WE'RE BACK

AND THIS YEAR...
WE'RE OUTSIDE

Join us for another season of MYDL basketball. Growing up, you made your name on the blacktop before you made it in the gym. This year we wanted to pay homage to our basketball roots and bring the excitement outside.

Our theme for this season will be Rucker Park.

In case you aren't familiar, Rucker Park is a world renowned public basketball court in Harlem, New York. All the greats from Lebron, KD, to even the late Kobe Bryant has played there. We'll bring the game excitement, the commentary, music, and food. You bring your athlete and positive vibes.

Looking forward to seeing everyone this summer!

What is the
Maryland Youth
Development League?

Get to Know Us

The Maryland Youth Development League (MYDL) is dedicated to providing a positive and enriching basketball experience for children aged 8-12. Our league focuses on skill development, sportsmanship, and holistic growth, emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and respect. Through age-appropriate divisions, regular games, and structured practices, MYDL creates a supportive environment where players can thrive. Community engagement, safety measures, partnerships, and continuous evaluation ensure that MYDL is a sustainable and impactful platform for youth basketball development.

TRYOUTS
MONDAY JUNE 2ND
WEDNESDAY JUNE 4TH
6pm-8pm

LITTLE WASHINGTON NEIGHBORHOOD PARK

UPPER MARLBORO, MD 20772

Location:

Games and practices will be played at one of 3 locations.

1) Westphalia Community Center

2) Perrywood Community Center

3) Little Washington Neighborhood Park

Registration

Registration Fee: $175/pp

Registration is due by June 1, 2025.

($150 sibling discount)

Custom uniform with players name.
Custom book bag with players name and number.
10 regular season games, 1 playoff game, and championship game for top 2 teams.
Weekly team practices, twice a week.
Homecoming and All-Star weekend experience.
End of season award ceremony and banquet.
An experienced coaching staff that will develop your player all while having fun and learning the fundamentals of basketball.

Player Evaluations (Try Outs)

Player evaluations, or try outs, will take place Saturday May 31, 2025 and Sunday June 1, 2025. Evaluations will take place at Westphalia Community Center from 12pm - 3pm. After evaluations coaches will select players for their teams via a draft night. Draft night will take place Saturday June 7, 2025. Players will be asked to arrive dressed to impressed, to be drafted to the team they are selected to.

Games and Practices

Practice will begin Monday June 16.

Games will begin Monday June 23.

All teams will practice twice a week.

All players will play 10 regular season games, 1 playoff game, 1 All-Star game, and the top 2 teams will play in the MYDL championship game.

All players will be allocated to a team after player evaluations Sunday June 1, 2025. Teams will have no more than 10 players to ensure adequate gameplay for each player. All players will make an All Star team. Players will have access to our virtual training videos for players to practice while at home.

All Star Weekend

Homecoming and All Star weekend will take place July 13th and July 14th. Players will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of games that will include parents and coaching staff. All players will be allocated to an All Star team.

The end of season award ceremony will take place Saturday August 10th. Players will be celebrated and recognized for their effort and participation throughout the season.