Holbrook Rec Basketball (Grades 3–6)

• Cost: Free (no charge for families).

• Who plays: Open to all skill levels. Many players are brand new to basketball.

• Playing time: Everyone plays about the same amount, no matter their ability.

• Teams & games:

  • Internal program (we only play against other Holbrook players).

  • Games are usually held Saturdays at Holbrook School.

  • Players typically have one practice or skills session per week.

• Evaluations: Held to create balanced teams. No cuts—everyone makes a team.

• Divisions: Depending on registration numbers, divisions may be Boys, Girls, or Co-Ed.

• Season: Mid–late November through February.

Holbrook Travel Basketball Club (Grades 3-8)

• Purpose: For athletes ready for more competition and higher-level skill development.

• Cost: Pay-to-play. Fee for 2026/2027 is $200 and covers league registration, officials, insurance, uniforms, equipment, and sometimes venues.

• Tryouts: Required every year. Not all players make a team, and spots are not guaranteed from year to year.

• Playing time: Based on skill, effort, and commitment. Younger teams have some minimum requirements, but older teams may not.

• Games & travel:

  • Compete in the Eastern Maine Basketball League.

  • Regular season: 10 games + at least 1 playoff game.

  • About 5 home and 5 away games (travel time ranges from 5 minutes to 1.5 hours).

  • Games may be on Saturdays or Sundays.

• Practices: Usually once per week.

• Season: November through early February.

Choosing Between Rec and Travel

• Some players do both programs.

• Deciding when to move from Rec to Travel can be tough—every child develops at their own pace.

• Key difference: Rec = fun, instructional, and equal playtime. Travel = more competitive, selective, and advanced.