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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 grades 4th thru 8th. 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.
Fall League 2026 Information
Tryout Date: TBA
Location: TBA
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​Registration
Registration Fee:
$200 per player / $375 per team
​Player Evaluations
(Try Outs)
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Custom MYDL uniform
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8 regular season games, 1 playoff game, and championship game for final 2 teams.
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At least 1 weekly team practice.
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All-Star game experience.
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End of season award ceremony.
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An experienced coaching staff that will develop your player all while having fun and learning the fundamentals of basketball.
Evaluations will take place at a time and loccation to be announced at the conclusion of the summer season. After evaluations coaches will select players for their teams via a draft night. Players will be asked to arrive dressed to impressed, to be drafted to the team they are selected to. After the draft process the season will begin with team practices scheduled the same week.
​Games and Practices
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All players will play 8 regular season games, at least 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. Teams will have no more than 10 players to ensure adequate gameplay for each player. All players will make an All Star team.
All Star Games
Each player will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of games that will include parents and coaching staff. ​
The award ceremony will take place at the conclusion of the season. Players will be celebrated and recognized for their effort and participation throughout the season. Individual superlative awards will be given to the stand out players of each team as well.
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2026 DIVISIONS
Juniors: 4th grade - 6th grade
Seniors: 6th grade - 8th grade
