CBL Information for Parents and Players
Competitive club basketball. A season-long pathway for athletes to develop, compete and pursue bigger opportunities.
Peg City CBL brings Manitoba club basketball teams together for structured league competition throughout the year.
Athletes participate through independent basketball clubs. Players must try out for and earn a roster spot with a participating club team before competing in CBL.
Looking for a club?
Club tryouts typically begin in August. View Club Tryout Information
What is CBL?
The Peg City Club Basketball League provides the competition environment in which independent clubs compete.
Depending on the season, CBL includes:
- Weekly league competition
- Competitive divisions
- League standings
- Championship playoffs
- Player statistics
- Canada Basketball 14U Club Nationals qualification (Fall-Winter league only)
- Target Score format (Spring league only)
*Players do not register for a CBL team directly through Peg City. Your athlete must first join a participating club. The club will provide its own tryout information, player fees, practice schedule and team-specific details.
The CBL Season
Fall/Winter CBL - October to March
For 11U-14U club teams.
Teams compete throughout the winter season, culminating in the CBL Championship Playoffs.
Key features:
- Minimum 14 games
- Regular-season standings
- Tiered competition
- Championship playoffs
- Player statistics
- Scheduling that helps accommodate coaches working with multiple teams, reducing conflicts and supporting coach availability on game days
Spring Target Score Series - April to June
For 11U-18U club teams.
The Spring Target Score Series extends the club season with a different style of competition built around Target Score format.
Key features:
- 8 games + playoffs
- Target Score format
- Competitive divisions
- Standings and playoffs
- Player statistics
- Tournament-friendly scheduling that helps teams balance league play with their spring tournament schedule (clubs submit dates)
Learn About the Spring Target Score Series
Road to Nationals
Manitoba's Pathway to the Canada Basketball Club National Championships
Beginning in 2026-27, Peg City CBL is Manitoba's official qualification pathway to the Canada Basketball 14U Club National Championships.
The top two boys' teams and two girls' teams that advance to the 14U CBL Finals will be selected to represent Manitoba at the inaugural Club National Championships in Niagara Falls, Ontario, over the May Long Weekend in 2027.
National Championship entry fees will be covered for Manitoba's qualifying teams.
This gives Manitoba athletes the opportunity to earn their place on a national stage through their performance in CBL competition.
Learn More About the Road to Nationals
Why Play CBL?
- Competitive Games - Regular league competition gives athletes meaningful opportunities to apply what they are learning in practices and tournaments.
- Appropriate Competition - Teams declare their competitive level to help create meaningful matchups throughout the season.
- Player Statistics - CBL tracks individual statistics including: Points • Rebounds • Assists - This gives athletes, families and clubs another way to follow player development and performance.
- Championship Experience - The Fall/Winter season culminates in the CBL Championship Playoffs, giving athletes the opportunity to compete in meaningful postseason games.
- Development Beyond One Tournament - CBL provides consistent competition throughout the season, complementing club practices and tournament schedules.
- National Opportunity - For eligible 14U teams, the CBL Championship also provides Manitoba's pathway to the Canada Basketball Club National Championships.
Age Categories
Fall/Winter CBL
- 11U: born 2016 or later
- 12U: born 2015 or later
- 13U: born 2014 or later
- 14U: born 2013 or later
Where Are Games Played?
Most CBL games are played at Winnipeg basketball facilities including:
- Sport Manitoba Courts
- Dakota Fieldhouse
- MBCI
- Katherine Friesen Campus Gym
- Louis Riel Arts & Technology Centre
- Calvin Christian Collegiate
*Venues may vary by division, date and scheduling requirements.
When Are Games Played?
To support Clubs and Coach availability, CBL games will not be scheduled on Showcase weekends, including:
- Junior Varsity Showcase 1: September 25, 26, 27
- Varsity Showcase 1: October 2, 3, 4
- Junior Varsity Showcase 2: October 16, 17, 18
- Varsity Showcase 2: October 23, 24, 25
- Junior Varsity Showcase 3: November 6, 7, 8
- Varsity Showcase 3: November 13, 14, 15
- Varsity & Junior Varsity Championships: November 27, 28, 29
How Do I Join?
1. Find a participating club
Independent clubs hold their own tryouts, typically beginning in August. View Club Tryout Information
2. Try out for a team
Roster selection is managed by each individual club.
3. Register with your club
Your club determines its player fees, practices, uniforms, tournament schedule and other team costs.
4. Complete your Peg City player registration
Once your club registers its team in CBL, parents receive an invitation to complete the required player registration in RAMP.
*Only registered players may participate in CBL games.
Parent FAQ
Can I register my child directly with Peg City?
No. Players participate through independent club teams.
How much does CBL cost?
Player fees are established by each individual club. Contact your club for its complete season fees and what those fees include.
Does Peg City run the clubs?
No. Participating clubs operate independently. Peg City organizes and administers the CBL competition.
When are tryouts?
Most clubs begin tryouts in August. Exact dates vary by club.
Can my child's team qualify for Nationals?
Eligible 14U teams can qualify through the CBL Championship pathway.
Can my athlete also play in the Spring Target Score Series?
Yes. Spring participation is determined by each club. If your athlete is interested in continuing into the Spring Target Score Series, reach out to your club and let them know you’d like their team to participate.
See more Frequently Asked Questions.
