News

March 18, 2021

On behalf of the Board of the Palos Verdes Youth Basketball League, we hope you and your families are keeping safe and healthy. We are in the process of determining if and when we can safely return to League activities and would greatly appreciate your help in filling out this survey. 

(If you have multiple children, please complete 1 survey for each interested child.)

Thank you for your support!

 

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September 17, 2020

An Update from the Palos Verdes Youth Basketball League

Dear PVYBL Families: 

We hope all of you are doing well and staying safe during this unusual time. Many of you have asked about our League’s plans for the upcoming season. 

Rest assured that PVYBL is just as anxious as you are to get back on the court. Your Board has been working hard to stay on top of all national, state and local health directives and guidelines and has been in touch with the school district regarding facilities use. 

We are currently unable to determine when we will be able to offer youth basketball programs. Current county health requirements would not allow us to offer a traditional program, although there is some possibility of a very scaled-down version. Also, at this time the school district is taking a cautious approach and is not issuing permits for any outside sports leagues of any kind to use any district facilities. Guidelines are constantly changing, so there is some possibility that both county and district requirements may be relaxed in the near future.

As soon as the Board believes we can offer a compliant program we will let you know. We remain optimistic!    In the meantime, remember that basketball is one of the few sports that can be practiced without a playing partner. Please encourage your child to practice shooting and dribbling in the backyard, driveway or wherever you can. We can’t wait to see all those smiling young faces back on the court!   Until then, please stay safe and keep healthy. 


Sincerely, 

Scott Allen, Kelly Baranick, Zach Freeman, Jeanne Hanaoka, Craig Handjian, Jason Huang, Roger Lin, Jim Nguyen, Tom Schloemer, Stefani Turner

Board of Directors
Palos Verdes Youth Basketball League

January 20, 2020

Vote Yes on Measure PV
 
The greatest challenge our league faces is finding sufficient gym time so our kids can learn basketball, sportsmanship, and life lessons in a safe and positive environment. The PVP School District has been a great partner by allowing us to use their gyms. But there just isn’t enough gym time to go around, which is why we sometimes have 30 or more kids playing in a gym at the same time. And why we sometimes have to reschedule games due to conflicts with High School activities.
 
Measure PV includes funding to build new gymnasiums at PV schools, greatly increasing our access to gym space and allowing us to serve more kids in a better environment.
 
As a result, Measure PV would direct benefit PVYBL and all enrolled kids, which is why the Board encourages you to consider voting “Yes”. 
 
And while the prospect of new gyms is a directly benefit to the League, there are other tangible benefits to all PV homeowners. Voting Yes on Measure PV will help maintain our excellent schools, which leads to high property values, protects our investments, and makes this community a great place to live. 
 
Our schools average 60 years old, and most have not been renovated in almost twenty years. As you may know, the Palos Verdes Peninsula School District receives a below-average portion of state funding. Budgets are strained. The quality of our facilities has already fallen below our neighboring districts, all of which invest more in their schools. Passing this measure will guarantee that one hundred percent of the funds go directly back to our schools, with complete local control of how the money is spent. A citizens’ oversight committee will be appointed from members of this community to review and audit all spending.
 
Funds will go towards retrofitting school buildings to meet new statewide seismic codes and improving earthquake safety; increasing access to safe, good quality drinking water; updating fire safety and security systems; complying with the Americans With Disabilities Act; repairing deteriorating school roofs; and replacing outdated plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems.
 
We recognize this is an unusual message to receive from your recreational sports league, but we believe Measure PV will provide tangible benefits to the League and its participants. 
 
Thanks for your support, and we look forward to seeing you all in the gym!

December 21, 2019

PVYBL Shares Highlight Video from 2019 Winter League Opening Day Celebration.

December 7, 2019

 

     

   

   

November 15, 2019

PVYBL unveils 2019 Winter League pins

All players and coaches will receive a commemorative, limited-edition pin. Gotta collect them all!

October 22, 2019

PVYBL invited to speak and lead the flag salute at the Rolling Hills Estates City Council Meeting.

September 20, 2019

Last Call for Basketball! PVYBL Winter Registration Closes Soon! 

What will over 700 of your friends and neighbors be doing this winter? Having the time of their lives playing basketball with their friends, that's what! What will your child be doing if you don't sign up now? Watching from the sidelines!

Registration will close within two weeks (or sooner, if we sell out as expected). So don't wait!

August 30, 2019

Earlybird Discounts for PVYBL Winter Basketball End in Less than One Week! 

We are PVYBL, the Palos Verdes Youth Basketball League. You may know us as 'The New League.' And although we're only a year old, we've already put on two hugely successful seasons of youth basketball thanks to the participation of over 700 PV families who recognized the need for change.

We invite you to join us, but please don't wait! Earlybird discounts end September 4th (less than a week away!) and registrations have already exceeded last Winter's total. We will sell out quickly for many age groups (some are close to be being waitlisted already), so sign up now! 

August 9, 2019

Our Winter League is filling up fast! Click here to enroll now! 

We’ve got good news and bad news for families thinking about signing up for our upcoming winter season:

The Good News: After last year’s record-breaking inaugural season, we’ve been allotted more than 50% more gym hours for our upcoming season, so we can provide a great youth basketball experience to even more kids. 

The Bad News: Signups are already running at more than twice last year’s pace. If this keeps up, we’ll sell out for all divisions and age groups in a hurry. We’d hate for you to miss out on the best hoops experience on the Hill, so please sign up now! 

July 18, 2019

PVYBL Winter League registration is now open!

Four Hundred PV Families Can’t be Wrong! Last year we promised “Youth Basketball Done Right!” and over 450 families heeded the call, starting a PV basketball revolution and making our inaugural season an unprecedented success. 

This winter we’re planning an even bigger and better youth basketball experience. We expect registration to sell out quickly so don’t wait, register now!

You'll receive $25 early bird discount if you sign up now, AND save $50 more by reusing your child's existing uniform. (Use coupon code "REUSE" during check-out.)

June 13, 2019

PVYBL 2019 Summer League unveils commemorative limited-edition pins

June 3, 2019

PVYBL 2019 Summer League announces "Pets" theme for Red, Orange, Yellow, and Green Divisions

June 2, 2019

PVYBL 2019 Summer League announces "Beach Party" theme for Blue, Purple, and Black Divisions

March 17, 2019

Why sign-up for PVYBL Summer League?

On a scale of 1 to 7 stars, 83% of families gave PVYBL a 6 or 7.

87% of families felt PVYBL was either Much Better or Better than their previous youth basketball experience.

The top 3 things families liked about PVYBL were our high qualify, reversible, and personalized uniforms (89%), player introduction before each game (80%), and accurate season schedule (78%).

On a scale of 1 to 7 stars, 67% of families gave the PVYBL head coaches a 7 and 73% gave a 6 or 7.

On a scale of 1 to 7 stars, 67% of families gave the PVYBL referees a 7 and 78% gave a 6 or 7.

98% of the families reported their children enjoyed playing basketball and 80% felt their children's skills improved this season with PVYBL.

March 16, 2019

What are parents saying about PVYBL? (Part 2)

"Great experience overall from opening day to photos to your help with my daughter after she broke her arm and had to sit the season - and our coach was absolutely phenomenal. Also love the refs - love how they take the time to explain what the player may have done wrong. My daughter wants to play after sitting the season out and watching her brother - and my son felt a sense of accomplishment - his coach really played his strengths and built him up (only his 2nd season playing). Thank you for taking the time out of your busy lives to do this for the sake of the kids - excellent work!"

"Great job on your inaugural season, we had a blast!! I felt the season went smoothly with little to no changes in schedule which was a huge plus! Thank you for everything!"

"Awesome experience!! Thank you for a great season! We are sad it’s over."

"Thanks for doing an incredible job organizing this league! Wow!"

"Thank you so much for everything - we can't believe how organized this league was, how incredibly run, and what a great experience we had. You've all worked so hard to roll out this league and we are very impressed by how organized it was - and it's only the first season! "

"Son has definitely improved his game. 3 v 3 may have helped."

"Great job! My kids had a blast this season. My family really, really appreciates the hard work to organize this league. Again, great job!"

March 15, 2019

What are parents saying about PVYBL? (part 1)

"I have worked with many youth organizations and I can tell you this was the most well run organization I have come across in over 20+ years in the industry. Referees were AWESOME! I always received immediate responses back from the league when I was inquiring about something. I truly can't say enough great things. Hands down PVYBL wins for having the most successful inaugural season. Congrats and thank you!"

"Our kids grew up playing [in another local league]. The uniforms were cheap, times and location were inconvenient, and the quality of b-ball instruction (and coaches) left much to be desired for. Our team’s 15yr old coach last yr “dropped and rolled” across the court in protest of a refs call. Congrats that PVYBL is the polar opposite in every way, and a HUGE success!!! Everything was so organized and ran so smoothly you’d think the league has been around for years! Keep up the great work and thank you for gifting the PV community with PVYBL!"

"My son had never played basketball prior to this season. He had an amazing time and enjoyed the wins and stayed positive through the losses. I was thoroughly impressed by the coaching, referees and organization of the league. Thank you for giving my son a great first-time experience into basketball."

"The league organization was amazing! From the timeliness of when we received the uniforms, starting each practice/game on time, receiving trophies on last day of game. Amazing!"

"Wonderful season! It is a joy to support such honest, organized, passionate people trying to give such a great experience for the kids. Greatest experience ever. My kids are loving basketball!"

"WE LOVED THE LEAGUE, OUR SON IS SO MUCH IMPROVED, COACH WAS AWESOME, OUR SON ASKED US FOR SUMMER LEAGUE SO A COMPLETE SUCCESS IN THE IMPORTANT ASPECTS : )"

"Look forward to next year, great job!"

"Great job running the league!! Well organized, great communication by the league and the coach."

March 1, 2019

Watch PVYBL's Championship Day and Awards Ceremony

February 17, 2019

PVYBL Celebrates Amazing Season with Championship Day and Awards Ceremony

What an exciting finish to this amazing season! Griffins and Basilisks battled hard the entire game. The Team Flash vs PV Avengers match was decided by only 1 point and went down to the final possession of the game.

Just like Opening Day, the Field House Gym was packed once again by families attending the Awards Ceremony and Closing Day celebrations. All the parents and kids had big smiles on their faces. Even the coaches got into the action before the entertaining Exhibition Games.

It's hard to believe it was less than 12 weeks ago when the awesome Opening Day Celebration tipped-off this incredible, inaugural PVYBL season.

Thank you, parents and volunteers! None of it would be possible without your trust and support throughout this inaugural season. Together, against all odds, we brought this much-needed organization into existence and changed youth basketball in Palos Verdes forever. It was truly all about the kids! 

Please share your experience with friends and families so more kids can enjoy PVYBL in the future.

     

     

     

                  

February 8, 2019

2019 Summer League Registration is Now Open

What’s the cure for the summertime blues? Playing hoops with your friends in PVYBL, of course!

Our summer program offers great hoops action in a low-key setting, with no draft, no standings, and no playoffs. Just great summertime hoops. Teams can be formed with friends and schoolmates at your request. 

WHEN: 10 consecutive Sundays, starting on 6/16/2019 and ending 8/18/2019, with NO weekday games. Need to miss a week or two due to summer travel plans? No problem! Our low-key format de-emphasizes scores and standings, so missing a game here and there isn’t an issue.

WHERE: In a PVPUSD school gym, primarily Peninsula High School. 

WHO: Boys and Girls from Kindergarten through 8th Grade (based on grade level next Fall) are welcome to join. Divisions will be organized by grade level. 

WHAT: Have fun while developing basketball skills with friends, played in the gym with CIF-certified referees. 

HOW MUCH: $175 for the 10-week program that includes our signature high-quality, reversible, personalized uniforms. Already have a uniform from our Winter League that still fits? You can reuse it and save $50, bringing the cost to only $125 for the summer! (Use coupon code "REUSE" during check-out.)

THE FORMAT: To ensure that all players have plenty of chances to handle the ball, all age groups will use the 3-on-3, half-court format that has been so successful for our younger players. No matter your child’s ability level, they’ll have loads of chances to dribble, pass and shoot. And they’ll have a blast and develop strong basketball fundamentals along the way.

January 15, 2019

Watch PVYBL's Photo Booth Video Messages

December 26, 2018

Watch PVYBL's Opening Day Celebration

December 1, 2018

PVYBL Brings Community Together With Inaugural Opening Day Celebration

Dear Parents and Volunteers,

THANK YOU for making PVYBL's Inaugural Opening Day a tremendous success! It was truly amazing and humbling to see the completely full Peninsula High School parking lot and jam-packed Field House Gym. The joy on the faces of the children was priceless. None of it would have been possible without your support.

Let's make it a fun season for the kids!

    

    

    

November 12, 2018

PVYBL 2018 Winter League announces "Animals" theme for Kindergarten Division

November 11, 2018

PVYBL 2018 Winter League announces "Candy Bar" theme for 1st Grade Division

November 10, 2018

PVYBL 2018 Winter League announces "Harry Potter" theme for 2nd Grade Division

 

November 4, 2018

PVYBL 2018 Winter League announces "Superheroes" theme for 4th/5th Grade Division

October 28, 2018

PVYBL 2018 Winter League announces "Mythical Creatures" theme for 3rd Grade Division

September 19, 2018

What makes PVYBL different?

Endorsements

We’re thrilled to have the endorsement of youth sports leaders from around Palos Verdes, including 20 youth basketball coaches who have decided it’s time for a change. They’re supporting PVYBL, and we encourage you to ask them why. 

Incentives

PVYBL has the right incentive structure. We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit, which means our only incentive is to provide the best youth basketball experience we can at the lowest cost to you. All league proceeds go toward helping your family have a great basketball experience.

Responsiveness
 
PVYBL is committed to responsive and respectful customer service for you and your family. Have a question? Send us an email and we’ll respond right away -- always within 24 hours, usually sooner. 

Openness and Transparency
 
As a registered not-for-profit, we are governed by a volunteer board of directors. Interested in helping out or learning more? We’re looking for additional board members and volunteers. Come join us and help make PVYBL the best youth hoops experience around. 
 
We’re thrilled that we’ve revolutionized PV youth hoops before playing a single game. But we’ve got plans for even bigger changes ahead. We’re moving forward with true commitment, and we understand what you’ve known all along: some quick cutting-and-pasting can’t paper over years of indifference.
 
So join PVYBL now! It’s all about the kids, and it’s game on!

September 14, 2018

Do you love basketball?

Do you enjoy working with kids?

Do you want to give back to your community?

VOLUNTEER with PVYBL

• “Chick Hearn” Game Announcers / Scorekeepers– Mingle and help warm up the players, announce the lineups, keep score, and do play-by-play during the games like the Lakers legend, Chick Hearn. Aspiring DJs can even prepare and play their favorite pre-game and half-time playlists.
  
  
• Talent Scouts – Help organize and run player assessments on 10/7/18 (Sunday) and 10/21/18 (Sunday).
  
  
• 3-on-3 Camp Leaders – Assist in running and refereeing pre-season 3-on-3 camps on 11/3/18 (Saturday), 11/4/18 (Sunday), 11/10/18 (Saturday), and 11/11/18 (Sunday).
  
  

PVYBL is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization run entirely by volunteers. 100% of league proceeds are used to benefit kids. Join us as we bring children the best basketball experience on the hill.

Please contact Support@PVYBL.com.

September 10, 2018

It's the announcement you've been waiting for!

PVYBL is playing in the gym! 

We are thrilled to announce that we have a commitment from the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District for significant gym time. As a result, we anticipate that all of our Winter season games will be played on Saturdays and Sundays in the Peninsula High School Main Gym, Fieldhouse, or another local gym. 

We will have full details soon but wanted to share the big news now. We appreciate the opportunity to work with the District as we bring a whole new experience to youth hoops on the Hill!

We encourage you to sign up now to avoid being wait-listed. Enroll now to join the growing ranks of your friends and neighbors who have already signed up! 

August 17, 2018

Look who's endorsing the Palos Verdes Youth Basketball League!

We are grateful for the following endorsement from the Palos Verdes youth sports leaders listed below. We greatly appreciate the outpouring of support from the community and look forward to our inaugural season.
 
"We agree it's time for a change. The undersigned support the mission of PVYBL and encourage PV families interested in youth basketball to sign up now."

Scott Allen – AYSO Coach, former PVBA Coach
Eric Avakemian – former PVBA Coach
Walt Babiec – former PVBA Coach
Kelly Baranick – Palos Verdes Little League and AYSO Coach
Brad Coddington – AYSO Coach
Ron Cheung – AYSO Coach, former PVBA Coach
Dan Donovan – former PVBA Coach
Jody Foldesy – AYSO Coach, former PVBA Coach
Craig Handjian - AYSO and Palos Verdes Little League Board Member and Coach, former PVBA Coach
Keith Harter – Rolling Hills Little League, Bogdanovich basketball and flag football Coach, former PVBA Coach
Keith Heisler – AYSO Coach and Referee
Zachary Holdsworth – Silver Spur Little League Board Member and Coach, AYSO Coach
Tom Kallay – former PVBA Coach
Danica Keese – 4-H Leader, AYSO Coach
Leo Kopsombut – former PVBA Coach
Matt Lengkeek – Bay Basketball Club Director, AYSO Coach, former PVBA Coach
Roger Lin – AYSO Board Member, Coach and Referee, former PVBA Commissioner and Coach
Art Lopes – AYSO Coach 
Chad MacAllister – Palos Verdes Little Little and AYSO Coach, PV Tennis Club Board and Junior Tennis Advisory Group
Jonathan Marcus – AYSO Coach, former PVBA Coach
Garrett Matsunaga – AYSO Coach and Referee
Ryan Ritcheske – AYSO, PV Mavericks, YMCA basketball Coach, former PVBA Coach
Dave Rodriguez – Palos Verdes Little League Coach
Tom Schloemer – AYSO Coach and Referee, Palos Verdes Little League Coach, former PVBA Coach
Chris Sinfield – former PVBA Coach
Ed Sipes – Palos Verdes Little League Board Member and Coach
Erick Spencer – Bogdanovich basketball coach, former PVBA Commissioner and Coach
Troy Spiropoulos  – AYSO and Rolling Hills Little League Coach, former PVBA Coach
Jason Strongin – former PVBA Coach
Jim Ward - former PVBA Coach 

August 10, 2018

PVYBL Unveils 2018 Winter League Uniforms

These high-quality, custom-designed, reversible jerseys and shorts will be personalized with player's name and number. Your kids will look great and feel great! You will save money as the uniforms are reusable for the 2019 Summer League.

July 26, 2018

Local Dads Start PV Youth Basketball League

You've seen us on basketball courts and sports fields around Palos Verdes. We've coached your kids, refereed their games, and volunteered as divisional coordinators and Board members for baseball, soccer and basketball. We're three local dads who believe youth sports can have a positive, lasting impact for local families, and we've banded together to bring you a new youth basketball experience. Please join us! 

Roger, Tom, and Scott