Premier Youth Development League is part of the Premier Umbrella, designed as a key step in our developmental pathway. This league provides players with valuable in-game experience, allowing them to compete among their peers before progressing to higher-level competition. With a focus on team-structured training, skill development, and game play, we aim to create a fun and competitive environment where players can grow both individually and as a team.
Our Premier League has been available for U14, U16, and U18. With the introduction of a younger age divisions to offer more game experience, we recognized the need to further refine the structure. Thanks to the incredible support of our community, we will now have two separate age categories for U11 and U13—each with its own developmental focus.
This new structure ensures that players receive the right level of competition and training, better preparing them for the next stages of their basketball journey. More details below.

The U13 Division is designed to bridge the gap between youth basketball and higher-level competition, preparing players for the Premier League. This division provides a structured environment where athletes can refine their skills, develop game awareness, and build confidence through team training and competitive play. With a format that mirrors our Premier League, players will gain valuable experience in organized team settings, helping them transition smoothly into high school basketball and beyond.

The U11 Division focuses on team structure and game play while ensuring equal playing time for all athletes. Players rotate in and out at set intervals, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to contribute on the court. Coaches will oversee structured team training while emphasizing development, teamwork, and game awareness. This division is designed to help younger players build confidence, improve their basketball IQ, and develop essential skills in a competitive yet supportive environment.


U13 TRYOUT INFO
U13 Eligibility: Boys & Girls born 2013 or later
Tryout 1: Aug 15
Time: 9am-11am or 10am-12pm
Location: TBA closer toward date
Tryout 2: Aug 22
Time: 9am-11am or 10am-12pm
Location: TBA closer toward date
U11 TRYOUT INFO
U11 Eligibility: Boys & Girls born 2015 or later
Tryout 1: Aug 16
Time: 10am-12pm
Location: island School
Tryout 2: Aug 23
Time: 9am-11am or 10am-12pm
Location: TBA closer toward date
Reminder: ALL players are required to tryout. Players only need to attend one of the two tryout sessions. Please register for tryouts below.
Registration Form https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/528650

PLAYER ELIGIBILITY
U11 Division: Boys & Girls born 2015 or later
U13 Division: Boys & Girls born 2013 or later
*Please note that coaches may allow for flexibility in divisions on a case-by-case basis, to ensure better quality and individual player development.

Our U11 and U13 divisions are structured to provide age-appropriate competition while focusing on player development, teamwork, and game experience.
For detailed rules and guidelines, click [here].
Please note that our Premier Youth Development League is part of HKBA's special programs and is not eligible for early bird discounts, pro-rates, or our regular class make-up policy. For full details, please visit our updated policies below.