Tryouts
2025 TRYOUT REGISTRATION
To register for tryouts for the 2025/2026 season, please click the link
2025 TRYOUT SCHEDULE
Schedule will be released in September
Please check this link before each tryout session. Although we don't anticipate any changes, they can happen
What to expect in a season
Belleville Spirits competitive program provides athletes aged 8 to 18 the chance to compete at the highest levels in Ontario. For the 2025–2026 season, the Spirits may field one or more girls’ teams in the following age categories:
Teams and age groups are subject to change based on tryout attendance and the availability of coaches
|
Age Group |
Grade |
Birth Year |
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U10 U11 |
Grade 3 & 4 Grade 5 |
2016-2017 2015 |
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U12 U13 |
Grade 6 Grade 7 |
2014 2013 |
|
U14 |
Grade 8 |
2012 |
| U15
U16 |
Grade 9
Grade 10 |
2011
2010 |
|
U19 |
Grade 11 & 12 |
2007-2009 |
Tryouts
Tryouts are held each September, with a $20 fee per player. To register, please complete the Tryout Form above.
Athletes should bring:
- $20 tryout fee per player (cash at the door only – no e-transfers)
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Their own basketball (see size chart below)
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Indoor shoes
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A spill-proof water bottle
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A reversible practice jersey
(if you don’t have a jersey or ball, some can be provided)
Seasons
The competitive season runs from September to May and typically includes:
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Two practices per week (1.5–2 hours each)
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30–35 games (OBL weekends, overnight tournaments, tri-meets, and exhibitions)
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Certified Canada Basketball coaches
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Ontario Basketball’s Ontario Cup tournament or Provincial Championships
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End-of-season banquet
U15–U19 practices are scheduled with the high school season in mind.
Fees & Expenses
Player registration fees vary each season and are determined at the beginning of the year based on club costs per player, with no profit added.
Player Registration Fees:
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2025/26: TBD
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2024/25: $900
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2023/24: $800
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2022/23: $675
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2021/22: $750
Registration fees are due upon registration and can be paid either in full or through installment payments.
Additional player expenses may include:
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Travel expenses
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Hotels and meals
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Indoor basketball shoes
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Reversible practice jersey
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Indoor basketball (see size chart)
Team Sponsorships:
To help reduce costs for players and families, teams are encouraged to seek sponsorships from local businesses or community partners. Sponsorships play an important role in keeping the program affordable and supporting opportunities for athletes to compete at the highest levels.
Financial Assistance
KidSport supports children who need financial assistance with sport registration fees and equipment costs.
The Playing for Keeps program assists families who may struggle to cover registration fees. For eligibility requirements and funding details, please click here.
Jumpstart Individual Child Grants assist families in financial need with the costs of enrolling their child/children in sport and recreation activities.