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Where we play Basketball in Washington DC
Play basketball in Washington DC across 2 neighborhoods including Glover Park, Shaw. Volo hosts games at 3 venues across the area.
How you'll play
Leagues
Weekly games and playoffs. Sign up solo, with friends, or a full team — you'll play a game every week.
Sign up
Drop-ins
Sub in for a single league game. Try a new sport or join friends without the season-long commitment.
Find a drop-inPickups
Just show up. We handle the teams and gear. Perfect for spontaneous play and packed schedules.
Find a pickupCorporate
Turn coworkers into teammates. Boost morale with a fun, weekly game that brings the office together.
Corporate LeaguesWhy play Basketball?
Ready to ball? Volo DC’s basketball leagues run throughout the year in neighborhoods including Shaw, DuPont, and Downtown. Our open and coed leagues are full-court competition in a fast-paced, competitive yet social atmosphere. Come out, play in our DC basketball leagues, meet new people, and head to the sponsor bar afterward to pump up the jam at the post-game social! DC basketball leagues are a great way to get in shape and really burn some calories! Part of the fun in your Volo basketball league is not having to worry about anything else. We’ll take care of everything including referees and team shirts, you just focus on having FUN. Join today!
Ready to play?
Basketball in Washington DC starts here
Sign up solo or with friends — we'll handle the rest. Teams, venues, refs, and a post-game spot are all set.
Join a Basketball LeagueHow we play Basketball
2 formats available
4v4
5v5
Basketball in Washington DC FAQ
Your Questions, Answered
A player will be disqualified for their second technical foul. Any unsportsmanlike or flagrant foul will result in 2 free throws, automatic ejection, and loss of possession. All free throws take place on the 7th team foul. Starting with the tenth foul of the half, two free throws are awarded.
If a team does not have the minimum number of players within 10 minutes of the designated start time, the team will forfeit.
The minimum number for a basketball team is 10 players. for 5v5 and 8 for 4v4. If you do not reach team status fear not, we will merge you with other groups to hit the minimum. Merged teams are generally larger to protect against forfeits. Want a larger or smaller team? You can register as a prepaid team to have as many or as few players on your roster.
Tons of fun! On game night you’ll want to arrive 10-15 minutes before your game to meet your teammates and get ready to play. Each game is 40 minutes long (two 20 minute halves) with a 2 minute half time. After, teams head to our sponsor bars for Volo exclusive food and drink deals.
Volo is a social sports company! While we do offer some competitive leagues (these are typically noted as competitive in their title) most of our leagues are social leagues. Check each league for further details.
volosports.com/rules
View the official Basketball rules, format, and game details on our rules page.
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Volo's basketball leagues bring the game to Washington DC, offering adult recreational players a chance to showcase their skills and enjoy the camaraderie of playing on a basketball team. Whether you're looking to join a coed basketball league, play in a men's basketball league, or compete in a women’s basketball league, we have something for everyone. Available on weeknights or weekends, Volo basketball leagues are designed to fit into your busy schedule. Join us in Washington DC for the best in adult recreational basketball, where community and passion for the game come together.
