Maryland Shock is a competitive local travel basketball team dedicated to player development and growth both on and off the court. Our program emphasizes skill-building, teamwork, and basketball IQ by consistently challenging our athletes against higher-level teams, we create an environment that pushes players to elevate their game, preparing them for the next level of play. At Maryland Shock, our mission is to develop well-rounded athletes with strong fundamentals, confidence, and a passion for the game. These teams will compete in the Carroll County Travel Basketball League (CCTBL). 

2025/2026 Teams

Boys Grade 4 - Coach TBD 
Boys Grade 5 - Coach JJ Blazek & Lance Blazek
Boys Grade 6  - Coach Kristie Kay
Boys Grade 8 - Coach Keith Lively & Coach Bryan Taylor

Girls Grade 3 - Coach TBD
Girls Grade 4 - Coach Brian Taylor & Jimmy Plank
Girls Grade 5 - Coach TBD
Girls Grade 6 - Coach Brian Taylor & Matt Cornelius
Girls Grade 8 - Coach Brian Taylor

Tryouts will be held during the week of Sept. 15th and September 30th. Each team will hold two evenings of tryouts.  Any player interested in trying out must attend at least one session.  Specific try-out dates will be advertised early August.

All players trying out for Maryland Shock must register through Winfield Rec Basketball. If selected, an additional fee will apply. Players not selected will be contacted and encouraged to join our rec basketball program. A refund will be issued if they choose not to participate.

INTERESTED IN COACHING A MAYRLAND SHOCK TEAM: Currently we are looking for head coaches for the Boys 4th grade team and Girls 5th grade team. Any intersted canidate needs to complete the interest form by July 20th. Interested candiates will be contacted by our board of directors and all coaching decisions will be made by mid/late August. 

MARYLAND SHOCK COACHING INTEREST FORM