Introduction
The Approved Specialist Basketball Program provides students in Years 7–10 with a high-quality, specialised course designed to develop basketball performance, personal growth, leadership and academic engagement.
Students enrolled in the Basketball Program develop important life and learning skills, including teamwork, leadership, fair play, competitiveness, responsibility, resilience and community involvement, all within the context of a team sport.
The program is designed to extend each student’s individual basketball skills while supporting a balanced, high-quality education. Students are expected to maintain strong standards in attendance, behaviour, effort and academic progress as part of their ongoing place in the program.
Through structured coaching, specialist training and access to quality development opportunities, students are supported to grow as athletes, students and young people. The program caters for students with a strong interest in basketball and provides opportunities to develop skills in playing, refereeing, coaching, scoring and leadership.
Selection into the program is based on positive academic progress, behaviour, attitude, coachability and demonstrated basketball ability. Applicants are invited to attend a selection trial where they complete fitness testing, basketball skill activities and game-based assessments.
Operation
Students who demonstrate potential in basketball are provided with opportunities to develop their skills as players, leaders, referees, coaches and contributors to the broader basketball community.
Students study basketball as a discrete Physical Education subject. Practical sessions focus on skill development, shooting, game understanding, tactical awareness, decision-making, strength and conditioning, and modified gameplay. Students may also develop knowledge and skills in areas such as refereeing, coaching, scoring, fitness, sports medicine, statistics, administration and team management.
The program is delivered by experienced staff with recognised basketball coaching accreditation. Students benefit from structured coaching, clear expectations and regular opportunities to apply their learning in training and competition settings.
The Basketball Program is proudly affiliated with the Rockingham Flames, providing students with a strong connection to the local basketball community and access to further development opportunities and mentoring.
Practical sessions are delivered through a combination of school-based sessions and access to quality local facilities, with majority of training, competitions and program events held at Mike Barnett Sports Complex.
Students selected into the Specialist Basketball Program are expected to represent the school in competitions, exhibit positive behaviour, maintain satisfactory progress in all subjects and uphold the values of the school. Students are also encouraged to actively participate in basketball outside of school through a club or association.
The program aims to develop not only skilled basketball players, but also committed, respectful and responsible young people who contribute positively to their school, team and wider community.
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