Choosing ESSC Basketball is a slam dunk.
You don't have to be 6-feet tall to make the squad in our leagues! All our Edmonton Basketball Leagues are co-ed with offerings for all skill levels, so whether you're a globetrotter or a newbie, there's something for everyone.
After your game, meet up with your teammates and other players to enjoy exclusive food and drink specials at one of the ESSC's many Sponsor Bars around Edmonton!
Winter, Spring, Fall: 9-weeks
Summer: 8-weeks
All teams play once a week on the day they select when registering.
Evening Leagues: 6pm to 10:30pm
While our leagues are self-officiated, there is a Games Coordinator onsite to help manage equipment, time and scores. Games consist of two, 25-minute halves and a 5-minute half-time, and bookings are typically 1 hour long.
5 on 5 - Co-ed
Games are played 5 on 5 with a minimum of two female players on the court.
5 on 5 - Men's
Games are played 5 on 5 with only male players on the court.
5 on 5 - Women's
Games are played 5 on 5 with only female players on the court.
Divisions are based on the experience and skills of a team - not on their competitive behaviour! No matter what skill level you register for, all players are expected to play with a 'fun-first, winning-second' attitude.
Please note that the below divisions may not be offered every season or day. If you have any questions about the different skill levels or where to place yourself, just call us!
This division is for teams who are newer to the sport, or teams that consist of a mix of experienced and inexperienced players. Some players may still be learning the rules of Basketball, meaning the flow of the game will not always be natural. If the majority of players are experienced and skilled, then the team should move up to a higher level if available.
This division is for teams with mainly experienced Basketball players. The flow of the game will be quicker than the Recreational division as there will be fewer stoppages and rule clarifications. Players can shoot, dribble and pass with accuracy, and the team is looking for more of a challenge than the Recreational level. Not all players in this division are highly skilled, but players are experienced and knowledgeable in the sport.
Format | Ideal Roster Size | Total # of Players | Min # of Female Players | Max # of M/X Players |
5 on 5 - Co-ed | 10-11 (4 F) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
5 on 5 - Men's | 10-11 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
5 on 5 - Women's | 10-11 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
When registering a full team, there is no limit to the maximum number of players you can have on the roster.
Minimum female player requirements are inclusive of anyone who identifies as female.
If a team has fewer than the minimum amount of required players at the scheduled game start time, an official game cannot be played. This is a default.
To learn more about the minimum number of players required to avoid a default, as well as scores and fee's, please check out our Default Policy.
Citywide
Games may be scheduled at any facility throughout the city. Depending on scheduling and facility availability, your games may all be at one location or at multiple locations throughout the season.
Equipment | Basketball | Jerseys | Clean, Non-Marking Shoes |
Provided By ESSC | Yes | No | No |
Required Of Players | Optional | Yes | Yes |
The Games Coordinator (GC) will bring the official game ball. Players are welcome to bring their own basketball for warm-up.
Players are required to bring both a light and dark shirt or jersey to the game each week.
The SSC, in partnership with Print Machine, is proud to introduce our new Basketball team jerseys! They're made for all of our rec league legends, whether you're draining threes or just there for the post-game snacks.
21 OCT Winter Registration Opens
11 NOV Winter Early Bird Deadline
09 DEC Winter Registration Deadline
17 JAN Winter Leagues Start
The ESSC is proud to be partnered with many local organizations that offer products and services that benefit our loyal players. All ESSC members get access to exclusive deals from these incredible partners, which can be redeemed by presenting your membership card through your Homebase account.
