NJC REGISTRATION
Welcome to the National Junior Circuit!
VISION
The NJC is an all-inclusive circuit designed to provide opportunities for elite-level junior boys & girls to compete against the best from across the country. There is a lot of excitement for this initiative and NJC will be the premier platform for junior boys & girls high school/prep programs. The NJC will establish a Board of Directors consisting of some of the top Coaches and Builders from across Canada. The NJC will leverage the experience of the Board to ensure it meets the standards that will ensure its success and growth. The circuit will host (5) weekend sessions and (1) Championship event. This will help attract the top programs and ensure National representation. The NJC will bring together the country, providing student-athletes an opportunity to build long-lasting experiences and memories, while learning about Canada.
FORMAT
The National Junior Circuit will include 30+ of the best teams from across Canada. The circuit is weekend session-based to enable teams to participate during their regular high school season. Registered teams must attend a minimum of 4 sessions (including Championship)
• Circuit sessions will have 20-30 teams participating per venue each session
• Teams must attend a minimum of (4) preliminary sessions to qualify for the Championship Tournament
• All sessions must be paid in full prior to participating in any/all sessions
• Teams can participate in single/multiple sessions but all sessions must be paid in full prior to participating
• Teams guaranteed 3 games per session and 3 for the National Championship event
• Games will be full FIBA 4 x 10 minute quarters
ELIGIBILITY
To be eligible for competition in the 2024-25 circuit, players must have valid identification and be born in 2009 or later. Students may only play for one NJC team, and must play in at least one full session to be eligible for the National Championship event. There will be NO exceptions or allowances for overage players. Also of note:
1. NJC players are eligible to play in the NSC/TPC preliminary sessions as long as it’s for the same school’s participating senior program. These same junior-aged players will be eligible to participate in either or both NJC/NSC/TPC Championship events.
2. The NJC will allow a grade 8 or underaged player to compete in the NJC if they are registered in your program. These same players would also be eligible for the NJC Championship event.
3. NJC players will be eligible to participate in The Platinum Circuit sessions/Championship as long as they are registered at the same school where all the Platinum Circuit team attends. An NJC player that is going to be brought up must be approved by our Board;
4. The NJC will be accepting Scholastic/Rep/Club teams as in previous years, it will be a mixed schedule of Prep/Rep.
5. If a student-athlete transfers mid-season to another program participating in a circuit, that student-athlete may NOT be eligible for any future events. The transfer’s new program can submit an application outlining any special circumstances for the transfer. This application will be verified by the previous program, reviewed and voted on by our Executive Board before that student-athlete participates in a future circuit weekend.
NJC CONSTITUTION
GENERAL REGISTRATION INFORMATION
*Registration opens September 1, 2024*
To complete the registration process you must have the information below for your team's roster. This information is mandatory to complete the registration and register your team. Teams cannot be scheduled unless they are registered and their roster information has been included in the registration.
- Player first and last name
- Player date of birth
- Player jersey number
- Player email address
STEP 1: Log into your account using your access code if you are a returning team. If you do not remember your code, you can request that the system send it to you. If you are new to the circuit, please register as a "new" registrant.
STEP 2: Once logged in, continue the registration process which includes coach contact information and team roster information. Payment by credit card is preferred.
NOTE: If you are adding your roster AFTER you have registered, click on the link below and choose "Manage Your Account" to log in and add your roster.
ADDING SESSIONS AFTER TEAM ROSTER REGISTRATION: Use this LINK to register for ADDITIONAL sessions if you have previously registered and used the Team Roster Registration form to input your roster.
NOTE: If you are adding your roster AFTER you have registered, click on the link below and choose "Manage Your Account" to log in and add your roster.
ADDING SESSIONS AFTER TEAM ROSTER REGISTRATION: Use this LINK to register for ADDITIONAL sessions if you have previously registered and used the Team Roster Registration form to input your roster.
PLEASE NOTE that teams MUST be registered and paid in full at least 3 weeks prior to the session date to be included in the schedule.
- National Junior Circuit session dates
- Players must be born in 2009 or later
- Teams must be registered at LEAST 3 weeks prior to the session. Late registrations will not be considered.
- Teams must register online.
- Rosters must be submitted online BEFORE the first session the team is attending
- Teams must participate in at least 4 sessions to qualify for the National Junior Circuit Championship
- National Junior Circuit Registration Fees:
- ALL 5 National Junior Circuit Sessions plus Championship (SAVE $300.00) - $5,150.00 (paid by credit card online when registering)
- National Junior Circuit Session - $900.00 (paid by credit card online when registering)
- National Junior Circuit Championship - $950.00 (paid by credit card online when registering)
| REGISTER HERE (first time to input roster) |
| REGISTER HERE (additional sessions after roster registration) |
THANK YOU AND ENJOY THE CIRCUIT!
If you have any questions regarding registration, please reach out to our Director of Administration.