Winter 2026 Key Dates
Everything you need to know about this season's timeline is listed below. From registration to tournament weekend, we've laid out the full schedule so you can stay on track and plan ahead.
Registration Dates
October 30
December 12
December 15 - 29
December 19
January 5
January 12
Registration Opens
Team Manager Deadline
Free Agent Placement Period
Practice Schedules Released*
Game Schedules Released
Season Starts
In - Season Dates
January 12/13
February 7/8
March 7/8
November 15/16
Opening Weekend of Games
Spirit Weekend
End of Season Tournaments
Hoops Championship Weekend
Team Placement: How it Works
Before registration begins, Team Managers can create teams and receive a team code to share with families. Most teams are formed early. If you don’t already have a code, you’ll likely need to register as a Free Agent.
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10/30
12/12
12/15 - 12/29
12/19
1/5
1/12
Jerseys: How it Works
Once a team is registered we build them a custom jersey store. Teams can then choose to use the jerseys we provide or use their own. At games, players a required to wear matching tops.
PPA App: What's it for?
The PPA App is the best way to stay in the loop before, during, and after the season. To download the PPA App click here.
PRE-SEASON INFO
Team & Roster Info
You can form a team anytime before the pool closes. After that, new teams won’t be accepted so we can finalize schedules.
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Pool Players can register late if space is available
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Free Agents must register by the deadline to be placed
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Managers must request approval to add players once rosters are full
Roster Guidelines
Each age group has:
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Minimum size: required to play
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Recommended size: meet this for a $100 rebate
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Maximum size: no additions unless approved
Uniforms & Jerseys
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Returning teams reuse their jersey store
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New teams get a link within 2 weeks of forming
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Don’t have uniforms yet? Wear matching, numbered shirts in the same color
Siblings & Age Eligibility
We’ll do our best to keep siblings together:
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Must play in older sibling’s division
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Players can “play up” but not down
Practice Scheduling
Practice slots are assigned based on:
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Order of registration
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Facility availability
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League-wide needs
Final practice schedules:
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Posted in the PPA App
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Shared via your Team Manager
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Cannot be changed within 2 weeks of the season
If your assigned location is unavailable, you may submit a permit and reimbursement request (pre-approval required).
Game Scheduling
Once posted:
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Schedules are final
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Only Team Managers may request changes (2+ weeks in advance)
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Parent or coach requests will not be accepted
Weather & Cancellations
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Notifications will come via the PPA App and email
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Make-up sessions not guaranteed and depend on availability
IN-SEASON INFO
Special Events
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Spirit Week: A themed celebration where players dress up (e.g. team colors, crazy socks) to show team spirit. We’ll announce the dates and themes via email and social media.
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Championship Week (Development Hoops only): The top teams from each division will play their final game during the week following the tournament.
Game Day Logistics
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If your team doesn’t have enough players for a game, it will be marked as a forfeit. We still encourage teams to show up — in most cases, a scrimmage will still be held during that time slot.
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Guest players are not permitted. All players must be officially rostered to participate in games.
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We do not allow game time changes within two weeks of a scheduled game. Earlier requests may be considered but are not guaranteed due to field, referee, and team constraints.
Lost Items
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PPA does not maintain an official lost and found. If your player left something behind, you’re welcome to contact the school or facility directly to check.
Missing Practices
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If your practice is missing from the portal, it usually means we’re waiting on a gym or field permit for that day. Your team will be notified before your next scheduled practice.
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Practice schedules will be updated in the portal as permits are confirmed throughout the season.
Tournaments
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Game schedules are released on a rolling basis and posted in the PPA Portal. You’ll receive an email once your team’s schedule is live.
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Tournament schedules are sent during Week 6 (about two weeks before tournament weekend).
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Seeding for the tournament is based on results from Weeks 1–6. Week 7 is not counted so we can finalize schedules early.
