Parent Checklist
Everything you need to get ready for the season
Key dates
| Competition | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Mckinnon | 1 September 2026 | Registration deadline |
| Mckinnon | 1 September 2026 | Uniform order deadline |
| Mckinnon | Saturday 3 October 2026 | Boys' season starts |
| Mckinnon | Sunday 4 October 2026 | Girls', U23 and Open season starts |
| Mckinnon | Week beginning 5 October 2026 | Training starts |
| Sandringham | 15 December 2026 | Registration deadline |
| Sandringham | 15 December 2026 | Uniform order deadline |
| Sandringham | From Wednesday 27 January 2027 | Training starts |
| Sandringham | TBC | Season starts |
For McKinnon Basketball Association
Check your child's age group before registering
Check your child's age group before registering
| Age group | Year of birth |
|---|---|
| U8 | 2020-2022 |
| U10 | 2018-2019 |
| U12 | 2016-2017 |
| U14 | 2014-2015 |
| U16 | 2012-2013 |
| U18 Boys | 2010-2011 |
| U19 Girls | 2009-2011 |
| U23 Men | 2005 - 2009 |
| Open / Senior | Prior to 2008 |
Girls born before 2009 and boys born before 2005 must register for the Open/Senior competition.
Competition Information
Competition Days
| Wednesday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|
| U8 Mixed | U12-18 Rep | U8 Mixed | U8 Girls |
| U10 Mixed | U10 Boys | U10 Girls | |
| O30 Women | U12 Boys | U12 Girls | |
| O35 Men | U14 Boys | U14 Girls | |
| U16 Boys | U16 Girls | ||
| U18 Boys | U19 Girls | ||
| U20 Boys | |||
| U23 Boys | |||
| Senior Women | |||
| Senior Men | |||
| U20 Rep |
Ball Sizes
| Size 5 | Size 6 | Size 7 |
|---|---|---|
| U8-12 Boys & Girls | U14 Boys | U16 Boys-Senior Men |
| U14 Girls-Senior Women |
Ring Height
| 8ft | 10ft |
|---|---|
| U8 Mixed | U10 Boys |
| U8 Girls | U12 Boys & Girls-Seniors |
| U10 Girls | |
| U10 Boys Modified |
Domestic Calendar - Summer 2026/27
| Phase | Rnd | Juniors | Juniors/Seniors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grading | 1 | Sat 3rd Oct | Sun 4th Oct |
| Grading | 2 | Sat 10th Oct | Sun 11th Oct |
| Grading | 3 | Sat 17th Oct | Sun 18th Oct |
| Grading | 4 | Sat 24th Oct | Sun 25th Oct |
| Melbourne Cup Weekend (31st Oct - 3rd Nov) | |||
| Confirmation | 5 | Sat 7th Nov | Sun 8th Nov |
| Confirmation | 6 | Sat 14th Nov | Sun 15th Nov |
| Regular | 7 | Sat 21st Nov | Sun 22nd Nov |
| Election Weekend (28th Nov - 29th Nov) | |||
| Regular | 8 | Sat 5th Dec | Sun 6th Dec |
| Regular | 9 | Sat 12th Dec | Sun 13th Dec |
| End of Year Break / School Holidays (17th Dec - 27th Jan) | |||
| Regular | 10 | Sat 30th Jan | Sun 31st Jan |
| Regular | 11 | Sat 6th Feb | Sun 7th Feb |
| Regular | 12 | Sat 13th Feb | Sun 14th Feb |
| Regular | 13 | Sat 20th Feb | Sun 21st Feb |
| Regular | 14 | Sat 27th Feb | Sun 28th Feb |
| Labour Day Long Weekend (6th Mar - 8th Mar) | |||
| Semi Final | SF | Sat 13th Mar | Sun 14th Mar |
| Grand Final | GF | Sat 20th Mar | Sun 21st Mar |
Choose the checklist that applies to your child:
Complete these steps before the deadline
Confirm your team
Make sure your child has been offered a place in a Melbourne Wolves team before registering.
Register through PlayHQ
Select the registration link for your child's competition. Complete registration by the deadline and check that you receive a PlayHQ confirmation email.
Order a uniform
Order your child's uniform through the Melbourne Wolves Shop. You will provide the size and preferred jersey number when ordering. Your Team Manager is your contact for team uniform questions.
Orders placed after the deadline may not arrive before the first game.
Join your team chat
Your Team Manager will send you a link to the team's WhatsApp group.
Confirm your place
Let your Team Manager know that your child is continuing with the team.
Re-register through PlayHQ
Select the registration link for your child's competition. Complete registration by the deadline and check that you receive a PlayHQ confirmation email.
Complete these steps only if they apply to your child
SBA representative players
SBA representative players must join an A or B Grade domestic team. Tell your Coach or Team Manager your child's allocated player points.
SBA stadium entry
SBA families can use Stack Team App to purchase stadium entry passes.
Order replacement uniform items
Check that your child's uniform still fits and order any replacement items through the Melbourne Wolves Shop.
Orders placed after the deadline may not arrive before the first game.
SBA representative players
Tell your Coach or Team Manager if your child is now an SBA representative player or their allocated player points have changed. SBA representative players must join an A or B Grade domestic team.
SBA stadium entry
SBA families can use Stack Team App to purchase stadium entry passes.
These steps will help your family prepare for the seasonCheck that your family has the latest team information
Check training details
Your Team Manager will confirm your training time and venue.
Training TimetableRead the game-day essentials
ViewCheck your team chat
Make sure you are receiving team updates through WhatsApp.
Check training details
Confirm your training time and venue with your Team Manager.
Check your apps
Use MyHoops for fixtures and results, and Glory League for game recordings.
Things to remember
Grading games
The first four games of the season are grading games.
To be eligible for finals, your child must play:
- At least three of the four grading games; or
- At least two of the three games if the team has a bye during grading
Tell your Team Manager as soon as possible if your child will miss a game.
Every team needs a Team Manager
Every team needs a parent volunteer to be the Team Manager. The Team Manager coordinates team communication, scoring rosters and practical team needs.
Please consider putting your hand up. Melbourne Wolves provides guidance to help you get started.
Read the Team Manager GuideDuring the season
Competition structure
Competitions run in line with Victorian public-school terms. No rounds are scheduled on public holidays, including Australia Day, Labour Day, Easter, ANZAC Day, King's Birthday, Melbourne Cup, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.
Weekend games
Weekend games run from approximately 8:15am to 7:30pm. Younger age groups are generally scheduled earlier in the day, though game times may vary week to week due to external circumstances and are not guaranteed.
Weekday games
After-school competition (U8-U10) runs approximately 4:05pm to 6:20pm on weekdays. Over 30s/35s runs approximately 7:00pm to 10:00pm on Wednesdays.
Before each game
- Check MyHoops for the latest game time and venue.
- Tell your Team Manager as soon as possible if your child will be absent.
- Follow your Team Manager's uniform instructions.
- Check whether your family is rostered to score. See the scoring guide.
- Bring a water bottle.
- Remove watches and jewellery before the game.
Uniform colours
Your Team Manager will confirm which uniform your team should wear.
- Boys generally wear white. Your Team Manager will advise when blue is required.
- Girls wear pink for home games and white for away games.
Scoring duties
Parents take turns scoring throughout the season. Your Team Manager will provide the scoring roster.
No experience is required. Scorers must be at least 14 years old.
If you cannot complete your allocated duty, arrange a replacement and tell your Team Manager.
How to score a gameSeason breaks (no games) for Sandringham and Mckinnon leagues
The Summer 2026/27 season runs from Saturday 3 October 2026 (Wednesday 7 October 2026 for the Wednesday competition) through to Grand Final weekend on 20-21 March 2027 (Wednesday 24 March 2027). No rounds are scheduled over the following periods:
- Melbourne Cup Weekend - 31 October to 3 November 2026
- Election Weekend - 28 to 29 November 2026
- End of Year Break / School Holidays - 17 December 2026 to 27 January 2027
- Labour Day Long Weekend - 6-8 March 2027
Finals dates
Check the finals dates before making holiday plans.
Need help?
For team questions, contact your Team Manager.
For registration or club questions, contact Melbourne Wolves.
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