Please read the following document carefully and fully, ensuring that all rules and code of conduct are understood and as a club/player/spectator you are fully aware of the consequences should you fail to adhere to said rules.

 

This document will cover all WGNBL divisions, outlining our amendments as We Got Next Basketball League. Please note for our U10 Division we will adopt all rules, regulations and policies set by FIBA 3x3, with the additions of this document and linked Basketball England affiliation, please head over to our U10 Division page for more information including registration, fees, fines and adopted policies. (please visit page and ensure to read all rules prior to registration).

 

in order to ensure our affiliation with Basketball England. All policies, rules and procedures not found with-in any of our documents, can be found at Basketball England.

 

Once read and happy with the content within this document and all adopted policies please head over to your desired division listed for more information:

 

U18 Division - Coming Soon

U16 Division

U14 Division

U12 Division

U10 Division - Coming Soon

 

By registering to play in this league as a club/player you are agreeing to have read all the terms and conditions of this document. With the addition of all other adopted polices and procedures from Basketball England, FIBA 3x3 and are confirming that you will adhere to said rules & policies at all times and are fully aware o focnsequences should you fail to adhere to rules and policies.

Index

Section 1 – General League Rules

Section 2 – Club Roles and Responsibilities

Section 3 – Coaches Roles and Responsibilities.

Section 4 – Players Roles and Responsibilities

Section 5 – Competition System / Basic Rules Amendments

Section 6 – Fines/Payments

Section 7- Spectator Code of Conduct

Section 8 – Zero Tolerance Policy

Section 9 – Accidents / incidents

Section 10 – Investigations / Adopted Policies

Section 1

League Rules

 

a. Rules of play shall be the current rules of FIBA with the additions and exceptions contained in this document (Section 5).

 

b. WGNBL league will use a round of robin covering multiple games and followed by knock-out stage leading to a final showdown between the last two standing teams. All teams will get a minimum of one game against each opposition playing a minimum of 10 games per season including friendlies game allocated by the league.

 

c. Please allow a minimum of 48 hours for a league response for any email or query. For all formal reports please see section 10

 

d. Clubs can enter more than 1 team per division. Second team subject to 50% of registration payment but, full game day payment applies to both teams entered from the same club (See Section 6). Note Section 1E

 

e. Team can only register a maximum of 15 players per team and a minimum of 8. Clubs with multiple teams entered are to have a fixed roster- players are not interchangeable within the entered division, Fine will apply (See Section 6)

 

f. We are allowing players that are skilled to move up divisions for development and progression purposes and to aid player progression, NOTE: this is based on age, height, ability and above all Parental/League approval). For transfer fee see Section 6. Contact enquires@wegotnextbl.co.uk in order to initiate transfer.

 

g. Trophies and medals shall be awarded. Please note that all trophies and medals will remain the property of the awarded club/players, except for the League Large cup which shall remain the property of the league and must be returned within 8 calendar weeks of the date awarded. Failure to do so will lead to a fine. (see section 6)

 

h. Any fixture changes will be made by the League, should any club wish to postpone a game please ensure to contact the league within 48 hours and give as much details as possible. (Note: as a League we will look to accommodate but a forfeit may be issued if no solution is found). Please note game day payment will still apply and are non-refundable regardless of solution found for both teams. (See Section 6).

 

i. All breaches to this document or any adopted policy, within any of the leagues division will be initially investigated by the WGNBL using processes detailed in Section 10 of this document. Further actions or external intervention may be required dependant on the severity of the breach.

 

j. Both teams will have the opportunity to have a minimum of 8 minutes warm up prior to the start of a game, 2 minutes break between each quarter, and a 5 minute break at the half time.

 

k. Referees and officials will be appointed by the league. All referees wishing to join the league this year please contact us via email or social media and we will be in contact to gather more information. All level 1 tables and referees wishing to join and gain experience please contact the league once qualified and licenced, Basketball England active licence is required, once accepted please ensure to register with PlayHQ no Later than 01/09/2025. Assistance on how to complete is available from PlayHQ support.

(Note: any licenced individual joining mid-season must complete this step 72 hours prior to game).

 

l. In the event of a colour clash, coaches are allowed to find alternative means to continue with games (Referee to mediate and agree).

 

m. Deadline for all players must be registered into any of our five divisions by 01/09/2025. Failure to meet this deadline will result in late registration fee applied (See Section 6).

 

n. Teams may request the registration of further players during the season (deadline 31/12/2025). This will be granted only if the club/s ability to fulfil their remaining fixtures can be shown to be in doubt. Player must first register with Basketball England, furthermore these additions will be subject to approval by the league committee and an additional cost of £15 per player charge applies.

If such addition is required, please email wgnblgeneralenquires@gmail.com with

the following information:

1. Name of player
2. Player jersey number
3. DOB
4. Basketball England LP number.

Once players details are checked and all relevant paperwork is in place, a link will be sent, once payment received the player is added to the Club roster and a confirmation is sent via email.

NOTE: No refunds will be given after payment is made, therefore ensure player passes all league checks and only pay once League has confirmed this information and requested the payment. (NOTE: after 31/12/2025 transfers and additional players registration will be closed)

 

o. Game ball will be provided by the league. Lead referee on the day will ensure the basketball is adequate for the game to be played.

 

p. A game will be forfeited by the offending team in any of the following situations and a fine applied (Section 6):

1. Non-attendance at match.
2. Playing a player under a false name.
3. Not meeting minimal requirements for bench on game day.
4. Team walks off from a match or other inappropriate behaviour.
5. Postponing a fixture less than 48 hours in advance.
6. Using an unqualified coach or a coach with lower than level 2 coaching qualification.
7. Playing an individual not registered with Basketball England.
8. Failing to pay league fees and/or game day fees prior to fixtures.
9. Club in breach of rules set by the league or any adopted policy.

 

Section 2

Club Roles and Responsibilities

a. Clubs are to ensure that coaches in this league hold a minimum of a Basketball Coaching Level 2 Standard Qualification or higher. Failure to do so will result in removal from the league, all remaining games cancelled if no replacement found and a fine applied.

 

b. Ensure that coaches hold a valid and active Basketball England licence. Failure to comply will result in a fine (See Section 6)

 

c. All clubs registering 2 teams must ensure that players play for the team they are registered to. Trading of players throughout the season is not allowed, please see (Section 1N) of this document should you require to add players to the club roster. If this is proven by the league after investigation, fines will apply (section 6).

 

d. Clubs are to register their team as soon as possible, in not recieved invite via playHQ please ensure to contact the League and request one.

 

e. Clubs registering are to pay an entry fee of £120 for the first team entered and £60 if entering a second team. Discounted option to pay for the full season is also available at £725, covering 1 team registration and all-season games up to/including the finals at a 5% DISCOUNT. (NOTE: only applies for the second team entered in the same division as the first team entered).

 

f. Clubs registering are to pay a fixed mandatory game day payment of £65, due 7 days prior to each game played by the club.  Failure to pay on time will lead to a fine (Section 6)

NOTE: for 3x3 Pricing and information please visit U10 Division

 

g. All fines are to be paid no later than 7 days of date issued, late charge will apply – (Section 6). 

 

h. Clubs are to ensure that all players/ clubs  are registered with Basketball England and correctly affiliated to WGNBL no later than 01/09/2024. The use of unlicenced/unregistered players/coaches is prohibited by WGNBL. Failure will result in a fine to club and removal of said individual/s. fine will apply (See section 6).

 

i. All clubs playing will follow the Home (White/Light kit) v Away (Black/Dark kit).

 

j. As a league we will only store minimal information for players (e.i. Full name, DOB, Basketball England LP number and Player Jersey number). Please note that all clubs registered with WGNBL must provide evidence requested by the league/Basketball England/FIBA3x3 during an investigation within 48 hours of request, documents include:

1. Emergency contact details.
2. Parent/Guardian information.
3. Policies and procedures.
4. Proof of Coaches/Referees/Officials.
5. Parental Permision (for images, league division transfers).
6. Evidence of coaches’ credentials.
7. Additional documentation requested by Basketball England.

Failure to do so may lead to club suspension, all games forfeited, fines applied (See section 6).

 

k. Please note that as s league we accept fans from all entered cubs and more. Note that it is the sole responsibility of the club to ensure all fans read, understand and adhere to our Spectator code of conduct (Section 7) and be aware of our Zero Tolerance Policy and steps we will take as a league. (Section 8). Any Fines will be issue to clubs who are unable to show proof of taking necessary steps to this rule and for any breach of this rule (Section 6)

 

l. As a club, please note that should you choose to withdrawal from the league after season starts, all fines and remaining gamedays payments will apply for the remainder of the un-played fixtures. (Section 6). This will not apply to clubs that choose the full payment, remember all payments are non-refundable once made and processed.

 

Section 3

Coaches Roles and Responsibilities