Manatee PAL Hoops Opens Registration for 2025/26 Youth Basketball League
Registration for the 2025/26 Manatee PAL Hoops boys and girls basketball league begins October 1, with sign-ups available online at www.manateepal.org. Participation is open on a first-come, first-served basis, and the fee is $125 per player, which includes a jersey and shorts.
The league is organized into four age divisions, with preseason camps scheduled to evaluate skill levels and assign players appropriately:
Division A (14–16 years old): Mondays, Nov. 4, 10, 17, from 5:30–8:00 p.m. (Nov. 4 session runs until 8:30 p.m.)
Division B (11–13 years old): Tuesdays, Nov. 4, 11, 18, from 5:30–8:00 p.m. (Nov. 4 session runs until 8:30 p.m.)
Division C (8–10 years old): Wednesdays, Nov. 5, 12, 19, from 5:30–8:00 p.m.
Division D (5–7 years old): Thursdays, Nov. 6, 13, 20, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. (Nov. 6 session runs until 8:00 p.m.)
Players are encouraged to attend as many camp dates as possible to ensure proper evaluation. Spots are limited, and early registration is strongly encouraged.
Financial assistance is available for families who demonstrate need. Additionally, volunteer coaches are needed across all divisions. Interested individuals can contact Deputy Francine Houston at (941) 747-3011 ext. 1192 or (941) 932-7514.
