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Boys Basketball
About Boys Basketball
Welcome to Mudsock
Mudsock Boys Basketball is dedicated to enriching the lives of youth in our community through the sport of basketball. We are committed to fostering a culture of teamwork, skill development, and character building for boys from kindergarten through high school. Through our recreational, intramural, and travel teams, we offer opportunities for players of all skill levels to learn, compete, and excel in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Registration for the 2026-27 recreational season opens August 1st at mudsockyouth.com. Offered to participants in grades kindergarten - 8th grade. Click here to learn more.
Travel & Mudsock Elite Tryouts
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Fishers Travel Tryouts 2026-27
Open to Riverside and Fishers JH Athletes
Sunday September 13th - Fishers Jr High | Skills Workout (optional)
3rd and 4th: 6:00-7:00p
5th and 6th: 7:00 - 8:00p
Monday September 14th - Fishers High School
3rd and 4th: 6:00-7:30p
5th and 6th: 7:30 - 9:00p
Tuesday September 15th - Fishers High School
3rd and 4th: 6:00-7:30p
5th and 6th: 7:30 - 9:00p
*Players should attend both Monday and Tuesday sessions
HSE Travel Tryouts 2026-27
Open to Fall Creek JH and HIJH Athletes
Location: HSE High School Aux 1 (all dates)
Sunday, September 13th
3rd Grade: 5:30-6:15pm
4th Grade: 6:15 - 7:00pm
5th Grade: 7:00-7:45pm
6th Grade: 7:45-8:30pm
Monday, September 14th
3rd Grade: 6:00-7:15pm
5th Grade: 7:15-8:30pm
Tuesday, September 15th
4th Grade: 6:00-7:15pm
6th Grade: 7:15-8:30pm
*Players should attend both sessions for their grade level
Mudsock Elite Tryouts 2026-27
Sunday, September 20th (FCJH)
5th Grade: 1pm-3pm
Monday, September 21st (HIJH)
3rd Grade: 6:15pm-7:30pm
4th Grade: 7:30pm-9pm
Saturday, September 26th (FCJH)
7th Grade: 10am-11:30am
8th Grade: 11:30 am-1pm
Sunday, September 27th (FCJH)
6th Grade: 1pm-3pm
*See additional details in the Elite section below
Rec Eval Dates 2026-27
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Rec Evaluation Dates for the 2026-2027 Season:
Location: HIJH
October 5:
2nd grade: 6:15pm - 7:45pm
5th grade: 8pm - 9pm
October 6:
3rd grade: 6:15pm - 7:45pm
6th grade: 8pm - 9pm
October 7:
4th grade: 6:15pm - 7:45 pm
All-grade makeup: 8pm - 9pm
November 1:
Junior High
Location and times: TBA
There will be no evals for the kindergarten and 1st grade divisions.
Teen Job Opportunities
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Student Referees, Scorekeepers and Clock Operators Wanted - Ages 14+
Mudsock Boys Basketball is looking for students ages 14 and up to serve as referees, scorekeepers, and clock operators this season. Boys Basketball is recruiting student referees for the first time this year, while both Boys and Girls Basketball are looking for returning scorekeepers and clock operators. Games are held Saturdays, November through March, at schools within the HSE School District. Interested students can email Cheryl@myathletics.com to learn more.
2026-27 Boys Basketball Season
Board
Info
Links
Mudsock Boys Basketball Board
Welcome to the Mudsock Boys Basketball Board page, where our dedicated volunteers work tirelessly to shape the future of youth basketball in our community. Get to know our board members and their roles, as we strive to create a positive, inclusive environment for every player to thrive. Join us in our mission to inspire young athletes and make a difference in our community.
If you'd like to learn more about the board, please reach out at
info@mudsockbasketball.com or complete the form here.
Executive Board Members:
President:
Jason Callahan
Vice President:
Andrew Forsman
Treasurer: Christel Pardo
Secretary:
Cory Fix
Commissioner
Kindergarten: TBD
1st Grade: Jesse Deem
2nd Grade:
Megan Barr,
Amberlee Helm
3rd Grade:
Jonathan Howard,
Jeff Gabonay
4rd Grade:
Ryan Van De Putte,
LaRon Henry
5th Grade:
Shaun Keaton
6th Grade:
Cliff Frasier,
Tony Russo
JR High: Cory Fix,
JoEllen Redshaw
High School:
Doug Presley,
Brian Shoemake
Mudsock Elite Committee:
Cory Fix,
Robert Welch,
Jason Callahan
Travel Committee:
Fishers Travel Chairman:
Megan Barr
HSE Travel Chairman:
Brent Moore
travel@mudsockbasketball.com
Additional members: Andrew Forsman, Jeff Gobonay (3rd), D'mon Williams, Shaun Keaton
Specialty Positions:
Equipment Coordinator: Jamison Vance
HS Game Night: Kyle Hoeft
Rec League Evaluations Coordinator: Jamison Vance, Jason Callahan
Referee Coordinator: Jamison Vance, Jason Callahan
Uniforms Coordinator: Jamison Vance
2026-27 Rec Season Overview:
Open winter registration runs from August 1st – August 31st. Registration will be accepted online at mudsockyouth.com. Winter fees (early bird pricing) will be as follows:
- $115 for Kindergarten
- $160 for grades 1st - 6th
- $160 for Junior High
Rec Evaluation Dates for the 2026-2027 Season:
Location: HIJH
October 5:
2nd grade: 6:15pm - 7:45pm
5th grade: 8pm - 9pm
October 6:
3rd grade: 6:15pm - 7:45pm
6th grade: 8pm - 9pm
October 7:
4th grade: 6:15pm - 7:45 pm
All-grade makeup: 8pm - 9pm
November 1:
Junior High
Location and time: TBA
There will be no evals for the kindergarten and 1st grade divisions.
Read the 2026-2027 Mudsock Boys Basketball information packet and visit the key dates and rec sections below to learn everything you need to know.
Please review the section below for Elite (formerly Rec+) and Travel information.
Helpful Links
Rec League
The Mudsock Boys Basketball League offers a variety of recreational basketball opportunities for boys from Kindergarten through High School (note HS information is listed under the intramural tab), providing a fun and development-focused environment for players at all skill levels.
Early bird registration for our 2026-27 recreational program opens August 1st at
mudsockyouth.com.
Register early to avoid possible waitlists that could form after August 31st.
FIND THE 2026-2027 BOYS BASKETBALL INFORMATION PACKET
Kindergarten to 6th Grade Recreation Leagues
The Mudsock Boys Basketball League manages recreational leagues for boys in Kindergarten through 6th grade. These leagues focus on skill development, teamwork, and a love for the game. The leagues are designed to be inclusive and supportive, allowing players to grow at their own pace while enjoying the sport. Each grade level offers a balanced mix of practices and games, ensuring that players have ample opportunity to develop their basketball skills while competing in a friendly and encouraging atmosphere.
Kindergarten Season
Program fee: (early bird pricing) - $115
Time commitment:
The kindergarten teams will have a 45 minute practice followed by a 45 minute game on Saturdays.
Note: Kindergarten will start the first of January 2027 and play on Saturday's only.
Games begin in January and conclude at the end of February. Please note, there will be NO evaluations for the kindergarten division.
1st-6th Grade Season
Early bird registration opens August 1st and runs through August 31st at mudsockyouth.com.
Program fee: (early bird pricing) - $160
Time commitment: 1st - 6th grade teams will practice 1 time per week and play games on Saturdays. Practices and games will take place in Hamilton Southeastern School District Gyms. The season runs from the end of October to early March.
Junior High Recreation Leagues (7th and 8th Grade)
For 7th and 8th graders, the Junior High Recreation League provides a competitive environment, while maintaining the league's core values of fun and development. The Junior High League is structured to give players a taste of continued gameplay while still emphasizing teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth. The junior high rec division combines 7th and 8th grade boys in a single league. The league is not broken into divisions like younger grades. Teams are formed through a draft process and player requests for coaches are not granted.
Junior High Season:
Program fee: (early bird pricing) - $160
Time commitment:
Each team plays doubleheaders every Saturday for 6 weeks. They will have 1 practice a week and a season ending single elimination tournament. The season runs from December through March. Please note, the junior high season begins later than the 1st-6th grade season.
Mudsock Elite
Mudsock Elite (Formerly Rec+)
The Mudsock Elite program provides players with a chance to play next-level competition for those who want to play more basketball but don’t want the commitment of a travel program. Continuing for 2026–2027, Mudsock Elite will be completely separate from the recreational league; players who register for Mudsock Elite should not register for recreational basketball.
Mudsock Elite Tryouts 2026-27
Sunday, September 20th (Fall Creek JH)
5th Grade: 1pm-3pm
Monday, September 21st (HIJH)
3rd Grade: 6:15pm-7:30pm
4th Grade: 7:30pm-9pm
Saturday, September 26th (Fall Creek JH)
7th Grade: 10am-11:30am
8th Grade: 11:30 am-1pm
Sunday, September 27th (Fall Creek JH)
6th Grade: 1pm-3pm
Additional Evaluation Notes
- Each grade will only participate in one tryout session.
- Players should bring a basketball.
- Parents will have the option to register their child’s jersey size if their child makes the team.
Team Selection Process
Teams are formed during a closed-door tryout on the dates listed below, with more details to come. Teams are formed using the player's current skill set. The Elite division will play in the Hoosier Basketball League, a competitive league that includes school teams and other AAU-type teams.
Players Not Selected
If your player is not selected, it could be due to a number of reasons, one being the number of players signing up and the limited teams available. It could also be that the committee does not believe the competitive league is the right fit for your player
at this time. Placing a player in a league above their current skill set can negatively impact their enjoyment of the game and potentially affect their development in other sports as well. Players who register for Mudsock Elite but are not placed on a team should register for the recreational division (by the end of September) if they choose to do so.
Tryout Dates
- Posted here soon.
Cost
The league cost is $335. This includes practices, uniform, and two sessions of play – October to December and January to March.
Travel
This is not Mudsock Elite - please go to the separate tab for that information. Thank you!
Continued for this season:
Players should try out with the
program aligned to the junior high school they are expected to attend. This helps teammates compete and play together ahead of their junior high seasons. Tryouts will be for 3rd–6th graders only.
Fees: During registration, you paid $50 to enter tryouts. This fee covers MYA's cost to schedule and provide insurance for your player. Note: If your player does not make a travel team but wants to try out for Mudsock Elite, please notify elite@mudsockbasketball.com. Your $50 registration fee will also cover those tryouts.
What other fees will there be?
If your player is chosen for a team, the total cost to play for the 2026–27 season will be (coming soon). This includes two sessions of basketball (fall and winter), practices, and two tournaments. Uniforms are not included in this price.
Uniforms: When your player attends training tryouts or tryouts, uniforms will be available to try on. We will document the size needed so that, if selected for a team, we can order jerseys without delay.
Coaching Opportunities: If you would like to sign up to be a coach, please complete the form here. The high school coaches will select coaches based on qualifications. If you apply and are selected, you will be notified after tryouts and asked to attend a coaches meeting shortly afterwards.
Athletes should bring (to tryouts)
-
Sports shoes
- Water bottle
- White t-shirt that will be written on with a permanent marker
- A basketball
Fishers Travel Teams for 2026-27
Fishers Travel Tryouts 2026-27
Open to Riverside and Fishers JH Athletes
Sunday September 13th - Fishers Jr High | Skills Workout (optional)
3rd and 4th: 6:00-7:00pm
5th and 6th: 7:00 - 8:00pm
Monday September 14th - Fishers High School
3rd and 4th: 6:00-7:30pm
5th and 6th: 7:30 - 9:00pm
Tuesday September 15th - Fishers High School
3rd and 4th: 6:00-7:30pm
5th and 6th: 7:30 - 9:00pm
*Players should attend both Monday and Tuesday sessions
Questions? Please reach out to
travel@mudsockbasketball.com
HSE Travel Teams for 2026-27
HSE Travel Tryouts 2026-27
Open to Fall Creek JH and HIJH Athletes
Location: (All dates: HSE High School Aux 1)
Sunday, September 13th
3rd Grade: 5:30-6:15pm
4th Grade: 6:15 - 7:00pm
5th Grade: 7:00-7:45pm
6th Grade: 7:45-8:30pm
Monday, September 14th
3rd Grade: 6:00-7:15pm
5th Grade: 7:15-8:30pm
Tuesday, September 15th
4th Grade: 6:00-7:15pm
6th Grade: 7:15-8:30pm
*Players should attend both sessions for their grade level.
Questions? Please reach out to travel@mudsockbasketball.com
High School Intramural
The Mudsock Boys Basketball League asupports and oversees a High School Intramural League. This league is ideal for high school players who want to stay active in basketball without the commitment of a school team. It offers a relaxed yet competitive environment where players can enjoy the game, stay in shape, and continue developing their skills. The High School Intramural League fosters a community atmosphere, allowing players to connect with peers and enjoy the sport in a less structured setting.
High School Intramural Season Information
Registration opens in November at myathletics.com and runs through the end of December for the 2026-27 season. The 2026-27 flyer will be posted here this fall. Please note, you must attend Fishers High School or Hamilton Southeastern High School to participate.
Overview
The intramural program is $120 per player and athletes can register as a team by indicating their team captain on the online form (maximum of 10 players per team).
Athletes are also able to sign up as a free agent to be placed on a team who needs additional players.
Please note, if a team does not have at least 8 registered players (under the same team captain), the league reserves the right to place individual players “free agents” on the team.
The league reserves the right to make final roster decisions.
The intramural program has officiated games but there are no formal practices or coaches.
Participants Can Choose to Register in 1 of 5 Divisions
9th-10th Grade: Advanced (Competitive)
9th-10th Grade: Recreational (Fun)
11th-12th Grade: Advanced (Competitive)
11th - 12th Grade: Recreational (Fun)
9th - 12th Grade All-Female
All athletes will receive a team shirt at the first game.
Official League Rules
HSE Student Handbook
FHS Student Handbook
Rec League Rules
Mudsock Boys Youth Basketball Rules – 2026–27
Rules are listed by grade level below. These are created to allow as much equal and fair playing time as possible.
A more detailed, printable set of rules can be found by
clicking here.
Kindergarten
- Ball Size: 28.5” | Hoop Height: 8 ft
- 4 x 8-minute quarters | Running clock
- No scorekeeping | No timeouts | No overtime
- Sub at quarter breaks and 4-minute mark
- If a sub is on the bench, you must sub - no player should sit an entire quarter
- Can not call timeout to sub a player in unless an injury has occurred
- Man-to-man defense only | No pressing | No traping | No double-team
- Steals on passes only (not on dribble unless in lane)
- 1 coach per team allowed on court | No referees
- Ball Size: 28.5” | Hoop Height: 8 ft
1st Grade
- Ball size: 28.5" | Hoop height: 8 ft
- 4 x 8-minute quarters | Running clock
- No score kept | No timeouts | No overtime
- Sub at quarter breaks and 4-minute mark
- If a sub is on the bench, you must sub - no player should sit an entire quarter
- Can not call timeout to sub a player in unless an injury has occurred
- Man-to-man defense only | No pressing | No traping | No double-team
- Steals on passes only
- 1 coach per team allowed on court | No referees
- Ball size: 28.5" | Hoop height: 8 ft
2nd Grade
- Ball Size: 28.5” | Hoop Height: 9 ft
- 4 x 8-minute quarters | Running clock
- Score is kept
- 2 timeouts per game | 1 per OT
- Max player points: 8 pts/quarter, 20 pts/game per player
- Sub at 4-minute mark and quarter breaks
- If a sub is on the bench, you must sub - no player should sit an entire quarter
- Can not call timeout to sub a player in unless an injury has occurred
- Man-to-man defense | No pressing | No traping | No double-team
- Steals only allowed on passes or in the lane
- 1 referee | Coaches are not allowed on the court
- Ball Size: 28.5” | Hoop Height: 9 ft
3rd Grade
- Ball Size: 28.5” | Hoop Height: 10 ft
- 4 x 8-minute quarters | Running clock with stoppages
- Score is kept | 2 timeouts per game | 1 per OT
- No player scoring cap
- Sub at 4-minute mark and quarter breaks
- If a sub is on the bench, you must sub - no player should sit an entire quarter
- Can not call timeout to sub a player in unless an injury has occurred
- Man-to-man only | No pressing
- Ball Size: 28.5” | Hoop Height: 10 ft
4th Grade
- Ball Size: 28.5” | Hoop Height: 10 ft
- 4 x 6-minute quarters | Standard clock
- Score is kept | 2 timeouts per game | 1 per OT
- Sub at 3-minute mark and quarter breaks
- If a sub is on the bench, you must sub - no player should sit an entire quarter
- Can not call timeout to sub a player in unless an injury has occurred
- Man-to-man defense only
- Trapping defense: WEST conference - No defensive traps; EAST conference – allowed to trap during last 2 minutes of 2nd and 4th quarters.
- Pressing defense: WEST conference - No press defense; EAST conference: Pressing allowed last 2 minutes of 2nd & 4th quarters (only if score is within 10 points)
- 2 referees
- Ball Size: 28.5” | Hoop Height: 10 ft
5th Grade
- Ball Size: 28.5” | Hoop Height: 10 ft
- 4 x 6-minute quarters | Standard clock
- Score kept | 3 timeouts (2 full, 1 thirty-second)
- Running clock if lead ≥ 20 in 2nd half
- Substitutions at any clock stoppage
- Full-court press allowed unless leading by 20+
- All defenses allowed | Steals on dribble/pass
- Equal playing time expected including tournament
- 2 referees
- Ball Size: 28.5” | Hoop Height: 10 ft
6th Grade
- Ball Size: 28.5” | Hoop Height: 10 ft
- 4 x 7-minute quarters | Standard clock
- Score kept | 3 timeouts (2 full, 1 thirty-second)
- Running clock if lead ≥ 20 in 2nd half
- Substitutions at any clock stoppage
- All defenses allowed | Full-court press allowed unless leading by 20+
- Steals allowed on dribble and pass
- Equal playing time expected including tournament
- 2 referees
- Ball Size: 28.5” | Hoop Height: 10 ft
Jr. High (7th–8th Grade)
- Ball Size: 29.5” | Hoop Height: 10 ft
- 4 x 7-minute quarters | Standard clock
- Score kept | 3 timeouts (2 full, 1 thirty-second)
- Running clock if lead ≥ 20 in 2nd half
- Substitutions at any dead ball
- All defenses allowed | Full-court press unless leading by 20+
- Traps, zones, steals all permitted
- Equal playing time encouraged
- 2 referees
- Ball Size: 29.5” | Hoop Height: 10 ft
Key Dates
Games/Practices
2026-27 Boys Basketball Season
Quick view
All games are played on Saturdays
Season runs Nov 14 - Mar 6
No games Thanksgiving weekend
All divisions play together starting back up on Jan 9
| Division | Start date | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten | Jan 9 | Practice + game (Saturdays) |
| 1st-6th grade | Nov 14 | Weekly games (Saturdays) |
| Junior high | Jan 9 | Double-headers (Saturdays) |
Rec league, grades 1st-6th
Evaluation Dates: Location HIJH
| Date | Grade | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 5 | 2nd grade | 6:15pm - 7:45pm |
| 5th grade | 8:00pm - 9:00pm | |
| Oct 6 | 3rd grade | 6:15pm - 7:45pm |
| 6th grade | 8:00pm - 9:00pm | |
| Oct 7 | 4th grade | 6:15pm - 7:45pm |
| All-grade makeup | 8:00pm - 9:00pm |
| Drafts | Late October |
| Teams posted | End of October / early November |
| Practices | Begin early November; resume Jan 4-8 (practice week) |
11 games are scheduled. A minimum of 10 games is guaranteed in case weather affects a Saturday.
| Game | Date |
|---|---|
| 1 | Nov 14 |
| 2 | Nov 21 |
| 3 | Dec 5 |
| 4 | Dec 12 |
| 5 | Jan 9 |
| 6 | Jan 16 |
| 7 | Jan 23 |
| 8 | Jan 30 |
| 9 | Feb 6 |
| 10 | Feb 13 |
| 11 | Feb 20 |
Postseason, 2nd-6th grade
- Feb 27, tournament begins
- Mar 6, final four and championship
- Mar 13, all-stars (3rd-6th grade only)
Junior high, grades 7th and 8th
| Evaluations | Nov 1 |
| Draft | Mid-November |
| Rosters posted | Following day |
Junior high teams play double-headers each Saturday.
| Date | Games |
|---|---|
| Jan 9 | 1 & 2 |
| Jan 16 | 3 & 4 |
| Jan 23 | 5 & 6 |
| Jan 30 | 7 & 8 |
| Feb 6 | 9 & 10 |
| Feb 13 | No games |
| Feb 20 | 11 & 12 |
Tournament
Feb 27, opening rounds
Mar 6, finals
Kindergarten
Kindergarten begins January 9 and meets Saturdays only, through Feb 20. Each session is a 45-minute practice plus a 45-minute game.
HS intramurals
| Dates |
|---|
| Jan 10, Jan 17, Jan 24, Jan 31 |
| Feb 14, Feb 21 (no game Feb 7) |
| Mar 1, Mar 8, Mar 15 |
Coaches
Draft Schedule
2026 Mudsock Boys Basketball Draft Schedule
Location: All drafts will be held at X
Important: Only head coaches should attend. No children should attend.
Equipment bags, jerseys, basketballs, and medical kits will be handed out at this time for those drafting. Other grades will work with their commissioner to receive their kits.
