FAQs
GENERAL QUESTIONS
How do I register for an event? (Athlete)
To register for an MGBR event, athletes must create a free player membership. Athletes will create their own user name and password. After creating the player membership, athletes can then sign into their account in the upper right hand corner of the website or at “Event Signup.” After a player signs into their account, a link will appear in the upper right hand corner of the website that says “Register for Events.” Click on the link and register for the event.
How do I register for an event? (Travel Team Coach)
Same as above but register for a "Team Coach" account.
I forgot my password or user name?
Your user name is always your full email address (i.e. Office@mgbr.org). If you forget your password, please click here to reset your password.
The website indicates my e-mail address is already being used and I can’t create a player profile? If your e-mail is already being used, then you already have an account. Please click here to reset your password associated with your e-mail address and get access to your account.
If I attend an MGBR event am I guaranteed an athletic scholarship?
Simply attending an event guarantees you that you will be "evaluated" and "seen" by college coaches, not receive a scholarship to a college. MGBR is a platform for you to be exposed to college coaches. Each and every college coaching staff has different criteria for offering players scholarships and each college program has different recruiting needs each and every year. Earning a scholarship is based on your academic and athletic performances and how a college coaching staff evaluates your abilities.
SHOWCASE QUESTIONS
What makes this showcase different from other basketball showcases?
All MGBR showcases are NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) Certified. This means that MGBR opts for a certification through the NCAA to have events in the state of Michigan. With the event being NCAA Certified, division 1, 2, 3, NAIA 1 and 2 and junior college coaches are permitted to be in attendance. All MGBR events are done by a professional staff, organized and event materials to college coaches are of a high quality. Certified athletic trainers and top high school, college and some professional basketball officials are used at events.
Why should I attend and do I have to play travel basketball to attend?
Individual players attend showcases to gain additional exposure to colleges. Some players who attend showcases play on travel teams while others just play with their high school teams. All in all both groups attend for the same reason, college exposure and the chance to obtain a college scholarship, financial package or be offered a walk-on opportunity to play basketball at the next level.
How are teams chosen?
Players are put on equal teams based on information about the player such as position, strength of player and graduating class. Each prospective student athlete plays three games.
Why do players only get to play in three games at the showcase?
NCAA rules permit a maximum of 3 games during any 1 day period and no more than 5 games during a rolling 2 day period. Therefore a player can only play on 1 team to adhere to the 3 game rule by the NCAA. These rules are in place to help ensure the health and safety of athletes at events.
What are the grades that are accepted?
Each event page specifically notes what grades and ages are accepted.
Is the showcase refundable?
The showcase is fully refundable 30 days prior to the event. Players requesting refunds less than thirty days prior to the event will be given a future credit for an MGBR individual event. To receive a future event credit players must e-mail or send a letter of cancellation and request the event credit no later than 7 days prior to the event. For date purposes the post marked date and/or the e-mail date is used. No refunds or credits will be granted for no-shows, late arrivals or requests for event credits less than 7 days prior to the event.
What are some of the college coaches who have attended events in the past?
Adrian College, Albion College, Bowling Green State University, Calvin College, Central Michigan University, Concordia University, Cornerstone University, Davenport University, Ferris State University, Finlandia University, Grace College (Indiana), Grand Valley State University, Henry Ford Community College, Hillsdale College, Hope College, Houghton College (New York), Indiana Purdue University Indiana (IUPUI), Kalamazoo College, Kent State University, Lake Superior State University, Michigan State University, Michigan Tech University, Muskegon Community College, Northern Illinois University, Northern Michigan University, Northwood University, Oakland University, Ohio University, Olivet College, Rose Hulmann Institute of Technology, Saginaw Valley State University, Siena Heights University, Spring Arbor University, Tiffin University, Transylvania College, University of Buffalo, University of Detroit Mercy, University of California – PA, University of Findlay, University of Illinois Chicago, University of Michigan, University of North Florida, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Valparasio University, Wayne State University, Western Michigan University and Youngstown State University, University of Wisconsin, Western Michigan University, Indiana State University, Kirtland Community College, University of Akron, Central Michigan University, Bowling Green State University, Niagara University, Ohio Dominican University, Penn State University, Butler University, Saginaw Valley State University, Ball State University, Indiana-Purdue - Fort Wayne (IPFW), Michigan State University, Valparaiso University, University of Detroit Mercy, University of Minnesota, University of Florida, University of Buffalo, Loyola-Chicago University, University of Iowa, Oakland University, Northern Illinois University, Eastern Michigan University, Towson University, University of Oklahoma, Lehigh University, Aquinas College, Olivet College, Albion College, Wayne State University, Northwood University, Alma College, University of Northwest Ohio (UNOH), University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, Michigan Tech University, University of Findlay, Spring Arbor University, Tiffin University, Kent State University, Ferris State University, University of Notre Dame, Air Force Academy, Canisius College, Alma College, University of Indiana, University of Cincinnati, Michigan State University, University of Kentucky, University of Miami, University of Vermont, IUPUI, University of Minnesota, Northwestern University, Youngstown State University, University of Villanova, Ball State University, University of North Florida, Duquesne University, Lehigh University, University of Michigan, Michigan State University, Oakland University, Western Michigan University, Eastern Michigan University, Dusquene University, Finlandia University, Glen Oaks Community College, Siena Heights University, Wayne State University, Adrian College, Indiana State University, Canisius College, Tiffin University, New Jersey Institute of Technology, University of Detroit Mercy, Alma College, Concordia University, Grand Valley State University, Northwood University, University of Notre Dame, Oakland Community College, Lansing Community College, Hope College, Niagara University, Findlay University, Kalamazoo College, University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, Buffalo University, Kent State University, Calvin College, Saginaw Valley State University, Olivet College, Wayne Community College, Ferris State University, Macomb Community College, Hillsdale College, Lake Superior State University, Calvin College.
Why don't players receive a jersey or shorts?
NCAA rules permit players to receive one (1) complimentary "tee-shirt" per event. Players will receive their tee-shirt at check-out at the conclusion of the showcase.
Can the players bring cell phones?
Players can bring cell phones. However, cell phones are required to be turned off during showcase games and stored. All players need to be focused on their team and individual performance.
Will there be gear to purchase?
MGBR gear is available to purchase at all events.
Who coaches teams for showcases?
MGBR uses a combination of top high school, top travel team coaches, x-college players, x-professional players and current college coaches to coach teams at showcase events. Due to NCAA rules colleges affialiated with the NCAA can not coach at a NCAA Certified event. Although, we do have several division 2 (NAIA) and Junior College coaches who coach showcase teams at MGBR events.
Are parents and coaches allowed to stay and watch?
Yes, parents can attend all MGBR showcases, workouts and camps as a spectator. Parents must refrain from making contact with college coaches and must follow all NCAA rules. If parents have questions during showcase events please feel free to speak with the team coach directly.
