Winter 2026 Junior Domestic Season – Fixtures & Grading Update
McKinnon Basketball Association would like to welcome all players, coaches, team managers and clubs to the Winter 2026 Junior Domestic Season.
As we approach the start of the season, please see below key information regarding fixtures, grading, and competition structure.
Season Start Dates
Saturday competitions begin Saturday 2nd May 2026 (Boys U8 to U18)
Sunday competitions begin Sunday,3rd May 2026 (Girls U8 to U18 and Boys U20)
Grading Structure
MBA’s grading process is managed by a dedicated group of experienced volunteers from across our basketball community. This grading cohort works collaboratively with the MBA competitions team to ensure divisions are as balanced and competitive as possible throughout the season.
The first four rounds of the season will operate as grading rounds.
Rounds 1 and 2 form the initial grading phase. Fixtures will be released weekly during this period, with Round 1 fixtures now live. Minor adjustments may occur between Rounds 1 and 2.
Following Round 2, results and performances will be reviewed, with more significant grading changes implemented ahead of Rounds 3 and 4.
Rounds 3 and 4 make up the secondary grading phase, with fixtures continuing to be released weekly.
Following Round 4, a final review will take place and any necessary grading changes will be applied.
Confirmation Phase
After grading is complete, the competition will enter a confirmation phase. During this period, only essential changes will be made as divisions settle. Fixtures will continue to be released weekly.
Ladders will be reset after Round 4, marking the official start of the regular season.
Uniform Policy
During Rounds 1 to 4, the MBA Uniform Policy will not be enforced with penalties, particularly to support new teams and players as they prepare their uniforms.
From Round 5 onwards, the Uniform Policy will be in full effect.
MBA UNIFORM POLICY - See Section 9 of MBA Domestic Competition By-Laws
Important Reminders
Please ensure all players are correctly registered to their team prior to arriving at games. Only registered players are eligible for finals qualification. Only players in attendance should be marked on the scoring platform, as accurate scoring ensures fair and consistent finals eligibility across the competition. FILL-IN PLAYER RULES
Team and club concerns, including grading queries, should be directed to your club in the first instance.
For all other enquiries, please contact the competitions team via comps@mckinnonbasketball.org
We appreciate the cooperation of all players, coaches, team managers, and clubs throughout this process and look forward to a smooth and competitive Winter 2026 season.
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