Rain Basketball Academy

"we run as one"

ABOUT RBA  image
"Basketball isn't just a sport. It's an art, one that must be mastered to succeed."
Stephen Curry

We are passionate basketball people who want to pass on our knowledge and love for the game of basketball.

We want to promote the game of basketball and inspire the development of well-rounded athletes, both on and off the court. Through teamwork, discipline, and respect, we strive to create a positive and inclusive environment that fosters growth, learning, and excellence. We aim to provide opportunities for players of all ages and skill levels to improve their abilities, to compete at a higher level, and to make lifelong connections with fellow athletes, coaches, referees and fans. Our ultimate goal is to instill a passion and love for basketball that extends beyond our club and enriches the lives of all our members and community.

At RBA, we want each athlete to exceed their own perceived limitations, and to push their own boundaries. We want to create limitless possibilities on the basketball court and hope this leads to limitless possibilities off the court in life.  
Girls Run n Gun Baketball League
We're proud to launch our very first girls only Run n Gun league.  Built to give young female athletes the spotlight, the competition, and the confidence they deserve.

This isn't just basketball, this is empowerment, sisterhood and community. 

Be a part of history, be a part of the first wave, be a part of something special. 

We will have coaches in place to lead each team. 

Athletes join individually, teams will be drafted to ensure balanced rosters and a competative, exciting league for everyone.

Start date: Friday, Oct 3, 2025.
Location: TBD
Time: 6:20 pm and 7:30 pm
Age: 13-18/ grades 9-12 or graduated in 2025.
Cost $125
Jerseys included in cost.
Registration deadline: Sunday, Sept 28, 2025.
Teams drafted: Sunday, Sept 28, 2025 at ​6:00 pm

We will be playing 2 x 16-minute halves, referees, scorekeepers, music, and more.

Only 4 teams, only 32 athletes, secure your place.
RBA Run and Gun Boys Basketball League is back for the fall of 2025.  
Our league is open to all young ballers aged 13-18 in grades 9-12 or graduated in 2025.  
Develop your skills, make new friends, and experience the thrill of friendly competition.
Register as an individual and we will create teams to make the league and play as fair and fun as possible.
We will be playing 2 x 16-minute halves, referees, scorekeepers, music, and more.

***Important dates to remember:
Registration closes: Sunday, Sept 14, 2025, at 6:00 pm.
Drafting of teams: Sunday Sept 14, 2025, at 6:00 pm.
Team list and game schedule: TBD.
League starts: Friday, September 19, 2025, at 6:00 pm 
Location: Alberni Athletic Hall 
Cost: $135

***Important information:
If you are new to our league, please fill in your jersey size on the registration form.  If you are returning, please make sure to have your jersey from the past season.  If you have outgrown your jersey and shorts, please contact us to trade in your old uniform set for a new set.  

Thanks to our major sponsors Parksville Boathouse and KingFisher Boats. 

SPACE IS LIMITED to 48 athletes, so don't hesitate, register now!!!

Boys Run N Gun Basketball League  image

Past Events

TitleDateLocation
CR Clutch Play-day19 Apr 2025
Nanaimo Tip-off05 Apr 2025
RBA Run and Gun Youth Basketball League27 Sep 2024Port Alberni, BC, Canada
Ucluelet Summer Basketball Camp19 Aug 2024Ucluelet, BC, Canada
Ucluelet Summer Basketball Camp22 Jul 2024Ucluelet, BC, Canada
Next Level Basketball Event08 Jun 2024Duncan, BC, Canada
SVIBA - Island Summer Shootout25 May 2024Victoria, BC, Canada
Next Level May Mayhem11 May 2024Duncan, BC, Canada
Dime Valley Basketball Event04 May 2024Courtenay, BC, Canada
Run n Gun Youth Basketball League22 Sep 2023Port Alberni, BC, Canada
Back2School Program (B2S)11 Sep 2023Alberni Athletic Hall
Next Level Summer Tip-off08 Jul 2023Duncan, BC, Canada
SVIBL - Canadian Summer Tipoff Tournament17 Jun 2023Victoria, BC, Canada
Next Level Basketball Tournament13 May 2023Duncan, BC, Canada
Dime Valley Basketball Tournament06 May 2023Courtenay, BC, Canada

Steve Sperger

Director of RBA & Coach U17 Boys

Alecia Sperger

CAO

Craig Brooks

Coach U15 Girls

Scott Cisaroski

Coach U15 Boys

Andy Pavan

Coach U15 Boys

Youth Ignite League

Team leaders

  • Port Alberni, British Columbia, Canada