DBAJoin the DBA sub list for Monday and Friday games
The DBA sub list is the group of players that teams in the DBA basketball league in Winnipeg call when they need one more for a game. It's also called a spare list.
The sub list is for players who can't commit to every week of a season. If you want a full season instead, sign up as a free agent. For pickup and open gym between sub games, see other places to play basketball in Winnipeg.
How the DBA basketball sub list works
A basketball sub plays one game for a team that's missing a player. The captain or DBA contacts subs on Instagram, usually the day before the game.
Each time you're asked to sub for a basketball team, you can say yes or no. You only play the games you say yes to.
Sub games are on Monday and Friday nights
Fall 2026 games are on these nights.
Check the DBA schedule to see which teams play each night. Both addresses are on the DBA gyms page.
Rules for subs in regular‑season and playoff games
Subs play regular‑season games only, and playoff rosters are set before the playoffs. That way, each team plays the playoffs with its own regular‑season roster.
Subs play for free, so they don't pay a team fee or a free agent fee.
Join the sub listRegister on our website or message us on Instagram
There are two ways to sign up for the sub list:
- Sign up on our website with the form on this page
- Message us on Instagram
What to include when you join the sub list
Send these details when you sign up:
- Your name
- A phone number
- The position you play
- The nights you can play
Sub list players can move to a full season
After a few games as a sub, you can register as a free agent for the next season. If you have your own group, register the team through basketball team registration.
Whichever way you sign up, we confirm it within two days.
Frequently asked questions about the DBA sub list for basketball players in Winnipeg
It depends on how often teams need a sub, so we can't promise a set number of games. List every night you can play when you sign up.
Yes. Winter and summer are 3v3 seasons, and they use the same sub list as fall and spring 5v5.