ESSC BASKETBALL INFORMATION

The registration deadline for the Fall 2010 season is Thursday, September 16. Prior to this date, all registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. After September 16th, a list of remaining availability will be posted to the homepage of the website.

General Description

Hoop it up this season in an ESSC Basketball league. Practice your jump shot, lay-up and defensive skills while having fun with your friends! After your game, meet up with your teammates and other ESSC players to enjoy exclusive specials at one of our many Sponsor Bars around Edmonton!

Player Testimonial: “Playing Basketball through the SSC has been so awesome! I have met so many new people and it's great. I look forward to playing every week.” – Christine, Monday Basketball

Who Can Play?

The ESSC is an adult league only. All players must be 18 years of age or older before they participate in any ESSC league or event. We accept all levels of skill and experience by offering a wide range of divisions. We welcome full team, small group, individual and substitute registrations.

Registration Dates

Season

November 10, 2009

January 12, 2010

January 16, 2010

February 17, 2010

April 13, 2010

April 18, 2010

May 18, 2010

July 6, 2010

July 11, 2010

August 5, 2010

September 16, 2010

September 27, 2010

Cost

Type

Season Length

GST

Total Cost

Full Team

9 weeks

$25.48

$535/team

Small Groups
More info? Click here

8 or 9 weeks

$3.81

$80/player

1^st sport - Individuals
More info? Click here

9 weeks

$4.52

$95/player

2^nd sport - Individuals
(same registration form as 1^st sport)   

8 or 9 weeks

$3.10

$65/player

3^rd sport - Individuals
(same registration form as 1^st & 2^nd sport)

8 or 9 weeks

$2.14

$45/player

Substitutes

8 or 9 weeks

N/A

FREE

 DIVISION DESCRIPTIONS

Division

                                                      
                                                       Description

Recreational

For teams/players that have little to no experience and who have a FUN first attitude. This division should be reserved for beginners or those that are new to the sport. If you have Basketball experience, do not register for Recreational.

Recreational Plus

For teams/players that have played in the Rec division for 2 seasons or more and finished in the top half of the standings, or new teams who have players with previous basketball experience. Teams should have an even mix of beginner, novice and experienced players.

Intermediate

For teams/players that have played in the Rec Plus division for 2 or more seasons and finished in the top half of the standings, or new teams who have more highly-skilled players with lots of previous basketball experience. Teams should have an even mix of novice to experienced players who are familiar with positions on the court, are confident with shooting and fully understand all fouls.

FALL 2010 BASKETBALL OFFERINGS

Day/Night Offered

Season Length

Division

Monday

9 weeks

Recreational

Monday

9 weeks

Recreational Plus

Thursday

9 weeks

Intermediate

HOW DO I REGISTER?

All players should register and pay online using our secure registration process. Registering online helps ensure you get placed in the league of your choice, as registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. If you do not have a credit card, you can come to the office during regular business hours to pay by either cash or debit.

IMPORTANT BASKETBALL INFORMATION

Facility Information

The ESSC rents gymnasiums from schools and private facilities located throughout the City of Edmonton.  Any team or player who causes the ESSC to receive a complaint from a facility will be fined $100 and may be removed from the league. For full details, click here.

Equipment

All players are required to bring a light and dark colored shirt to every game. All players must wear clean, non-marking indoor shoes. Please see the Rules section for legal equipment before purchasing your own gear.

Provided by the ESSC

Game balls

Optional – Provided by teams/players

Warm-up/practice balls

Format/Rosters

All leagues are co-ed. Team rosters typically range in size from 9-12 players. Individual and small group registrants are combined to form full “Singles” teams that play together for the duration of the season. “Singles” teams will receive a roster via email 2 days before their first game. Games are one hour in length which includes a 5 minute warm-up and 5 minute half time.

Full roster: 5 total players with at least two females on the floor at all times.

Schedules

Schedules will be posted on the website and emailed to participants no later than 2 days prior to their first game. Games will not be scheduled on long weekend Sundays, but may be scheduled on long weekend Mondays.

Day/Night

Start Time

Weekend Games

Any time between 8:00am and 11:00pm

Weekday Games

Any time between 6:00pm and 11:00pm

Calling the Shots

All players are expected to be on time, call their own fouls and abide by ESSC rules and polices. Each Basketball game also has an ESSC Games Coordinator (GC) present. GC’s are responsible for monitoring the game, tracking time, keeping score and reporting the scores to the ESSC office. They are not trained referees and will only calls fouls if the teams are not doing so themselves.

Additional Information

Players Meetings: There ESSC may or may not, depending on the season, host mandatory Player Meetings and/or require that new Team Captains and individuals complete an online Player Questionnaire. This will be specified on the registration form.

Waiver: All players are expected to complete a waiver prior to playing in any ESSC league or event. One waiver per player, per season is sufficient. To complete the waiver, click here.