Youth Basketball

The Baltimore City BNBL (Boys and Girls Neighborhood Basketball League) is a community-based youth basketball program that provides organized competition for young athletes across Baltimore City recreation centers. The league focuses on skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and creating positive opportunities for youth through basketball. BNBL brings together players from different neighborhoods in a safe and structured environment while promoting recreation, mentorship, and community engagement.

 

All registration must be done online that includes team/coach information and payment and team rosters. Complete all forms and return with payment to: Division of Athletics (BNBL).

BNBL

Registration is now open 

BNBL Rules 2026



Franchise Fee (Non-refundable): $300 Youth and Unlimited TEAMS Youth Division (Male/Female), Fees will payed online at civicrec.com”. Fee must accompany the application registration.

 

Background Checks: Background checks are mandatory for all coaches, managers, and coordinators who participate in the Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks Coaches Certification Program. For further information please contact Dale Smith at (410) 274-9588.


I.D. Information: All players must have one of the following ID cards that displays a photo and date of birth: Department of Recreation & Parks I.D. Card / Learners Permit, Maryland Driver’s License/State ID Card, Age of Majority Card.

Age Groups & Locations

  • 7U MIddle Branch Fridays: 6pm 7pm 8pm 
  • 9U Cahill/ Middle Branch Tuesdays & Thursday: 6pm 7pm 8pm
  • 11U Cahill/Edgewood-Lynhurst & Wednesday: 6pm 7pm 8pm 
  • 13U Morrell park/ Edgewood-Lynhurst Tuesdays & Thursday: 6pm 7pm 8pm 
  • 15U Rita Chuch Mondays & Wednesday: 6pm 7pm 8pm 


For more information, please call or email:

410.274.9588 or dale.smith@baltimorecity.gov


*All dates are subject to change due to Covid-19