A draft league is different from a traditional team league. Athletes register individually, attend a combine to showcase their skills, and are then selected by LBL directors through a live snake draft.

The goal of the draft is to create balanced, competitive teams while giving athletes the opportunity to meet new teammates and play for different coaches.

No. Athletes of all experience levels are welcome.

Our league includes players who are brand-new to basketball as well as experienced athletes looking for more competition. Coaches are encouraged to help every athlete improve throughout the season.

Coaches can submit player freezes for up to 2 players.

Because teams are selected through a snake draft, athletes cannot request a specific team. The draft format is designed to keep teams as fair and balanced as possible.

Sibling requests and special circumstances may be considered when possible.

Yes. Every athlete who completes registration by the deadline and meets the league requirements will be placed on a team.

The combine is not a tryout, and athletes are not cut based on skill level. It allows coaches to evaluate players before the draft so teams can be created as evenly as possible.

Games are typically played on weekday evenings at local gyms in the Lubbock area.

Exact game days, times, and locations depend on gym availability and the number of teams in each division. The full schedule will be shared with families before games begin.

Yes. One official LBL team jersey is included with player registration. Athletes are expected to wear these at each game or risk being benched without a jersey.

Families are responsible for providing appropriate basketball shoes, shorts, and any other personal equipment their athlete may need.

YES! We rely on volunteer coaches to make each season possible.

Anyone interested in coaching should complete the coach interest form. Coaching positions are based on the number of registered teams and are subject to league approval.

Coaches should be prepared to communicate with families, organize practices, attend games, and promote a positive and encouraging team environment.

A copy of the athlete’s birth certificate or another acceptable form of age verification may be required.

*athletes who have participated in LBL do not need age verification

Any required documents must be submitted by the combine. Athletes may not be allowed to participate until registration information and required documentation are complete.

Most league-wide updates and reminders are shared through the Lubbock Basketball League Facebook page, so families should follow the page and turn on notifications.

Important emails will be sent as deadlines, combines, drafts, and schedule dates get closer. We try not to overload inboxes with information too early, so details are shared when they are most relevant and confirmed.

Once teams are formed, team-specific communication—including practices, reminders, and game updates—will come directly from each team’s coach.

No. The combine is not a tryout, and athletes are not being evaluated to determine whether they make a team.

It gives coaches an opportunity to see each athlete’s current skill level before the draft so teams can be created as evenly as possible.

We strongly encourage every registered athlete to attend the combine.

If your athlete cannot attend, please contact the league before the combine. Missing the combine does not automatically remove an athlete from the league, but it may limit the information coaches have available during the draft.

Division placement is based on age, registration numbers, safety, and the overall competitiveness of each division.

Requests to move divisions may be considered, but they are not guaranteed. The league has final approval on all division placement.

Divisions are generally based on each athlete’s age, and overall skill level.

Exact age groupings may be adjusted after registration closes so the league can create appropriate divisions with enough teams for a competitive season.

Families will receive their athlete’s official division and team placement after the draft.