The Pistons Academy offers many levels of youth basketball leagues throughout the year.  Our Pistons Leagues offer a division for every player and are designed for the intermediate to advanced player. These leagues are directed by seasoned professionals who understand what makes a league enjoyable for players and parents alike.  Games run on time and we only use experienced officials and scorekeepers.  Players will enjoy warm-up music, in-game announcements, weekly newsletters, and game recaps posted on our website. The season ends with a post-season tournament and all players receive two complimentary tickets to a Pistons home game. 

VOLUNTEER COACHING INFORMATION

Volunteer head coaches will receive a generous compensation package including: 2 tickets to a Detroit Pistons game during the 2023 – 2024 season, free league registration for their child, coaching uniforms, and discounted merchandise at pistons313shop.com. *Coaches must still register their children. The refund will take place at the end of the season as long as all expectations are met.* 

We expect any coach representing Pistons Academy to be present at all games/practices and abide by the conduct expectations laid out by the Pistons Academy Director. More information will be provided once confirmed as a volunteer coach.

ROYAL OAK WINTER 2024 - OPENING WEEK SCHEDULE & TEAM ROSTERS

SPRING LEAGUE REGISTRATION IS LIVE!

Boys

All games and practices will take place on Fridays and Saturdays at Royal Oak High School. Each team will receive a minimum of six games and three practices during the season. The league will finish with a season-ending tournament.

The Pistons Academy League is designed to teach game strategy and team skills through competitive play. Our game presentation is second to none as players are treated to in-game announcements, music, halftime Pistons giveaways and much more! In order to insure parity, players will register as individuals and will be placed on teams through a player draft. The league draft will be held on Saturday, April 6th at 9:00am-9:45am at Royal Oak High School. Attendance at the draft is expected.

Games and practices will mainly take place on Saturday, with each division possibly having one Friday evening game. Each team will receive a minimum of five games and three practices during the season. The league will finish with a season-ending tournament.

League Fee: $150
Location: Royal Oak High School (1500 Lexington Blvd, Royal Oak), other Royal Oak Schools, The Pistons Performance Center, or Wayne State Fieldhouse.
League Days/Times: Fridays & Saturdays (1-2 hour commitment)
League Dates:  APRIL 6TH – MAY 18TH
Prep Draft Time: 9:00am-9:45am



Register Here

The Pistons Academy League is designed to teach game strategy and team skills through competitive play. Our game presentation is second to none as players are treated to in-game announcements, music, halftime Pistons giveaways and much more! In order to insure parity, players will register as individuals and will be placed on teams through a player draft. The league draft will be held on Saturday, April 6th at 10:00am-10:45am at Royal Oak High School. Attendance at the draft is expected. 

Games and practices will mainly take place on Saturday, with each division possibly having one Friday evening game. Each team will receive a minimum of five games and three practices during the season. The league will finish with a season-ending tournament.

League Fee: $150
Location: Royal Oak High School (1500 Lexington Blvd, Royal Oak), other Royal Oak Schools, The Pistons Performance Center, or Wayne State Fieldhouse.
League Days/Times: Fridays & Saturdays (1-2 hour commitment)
League Dates: APRIL 6TH – MAY 18TH
College Draft Time: 10:00am-10:45am



Register Here

The Pistons Academy League is designed to teach game strategy and team skills through competitive play. Our game presentation is second to none as players are treated to in-game announcements, music, halftime Pistons giveaways and much more! In order to insure parity, players will register as individuals and will be placed on teams through a player draft. The league draft will be held on Saturday, April 6th at 11:00am-11:45am at Royal Oak High School. Attendance at the draft is expected. 

Games and practices will mainly take place on Saturday, with each division possibly having one Friday evening game. Each team will receive a minimum of five games and three practices during the season. The league will finish with a season-ending tournament.


League Fee: $150
Location: Royal Oak High School (1500 Lexington Blvd, Royal Oak), other Royal Oak Schools, The Pistons Performance Center, or Wayne State Fieldhouse.
League Days/Times: Fridays & Saturdays (1-2 hour commitment)
League Dates: APRIL 6TH – MAY 18TH
Pro Draft Time: 11:00am-11:45am
Register Here

The Pistons Academy League is designed to teach game strategy and team skills through competitive play. Our game presentation is second to none as players are treated to in-game announcements, music, halftime Pistons giveaways and much more! In order to insure parity, players will register as individuals and will be placed on teams through a player draft. The league draft will be held on Saturday, April 6th at 12:00pm-12:45pm at Royal Oak High School. Attendance at the draft is expected. 

Games and practices will mainly take place on Saturday, with each division possibly having one Friday evening game. Each team will receive a minimum of five games and three practices during the season. The league will finish with a season-ending tournament.

League Fee: $150
Location: Royal Oak High School (1500 Lexington Blvd, Royal Oak), other Royal Oak Schools, The Pistons Performance Center, or Wayne State Fieldhouse.
League Days/Times: Fridays & Saturdays (1-2 hour commitment)
League Dates: APRIL 6TH – MAY 18TH
Pro Draft Time: 12:00pm-12:45pm



Register Here

Girls

COMING SOON: Pistons Academy Her Time To Play league is for local girls in grades 4th – 8th. This league allows for girls to come together in a safe space to learn fundamentals, develop their skills and fall in love with the game of basketball.

When: TBD

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Where: TBD

When: TBD

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