TERM 4 DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS

Whether your child is picking up a basketball for the first time or looking to take their game to the next level, Knox Basketball has a program for them this term. Our development programs are run by experienced Knox coaches at the State Basketball Centre and focus on skills, confidence and a love of the game. Registrations for Term 4 are now open. Spots are limited, so register early to secure your place.

DOMESTIC SKILLS ACADEMY

The Domestic Skills Academy is designed to elevate the game of current Knox Basketball domestic players. It combines game-like skill development, decision-making and skill transfer with concepts from our Knox Raiders representative program.

What they'll work on:
- Game-like skill development
- Decision-making and basketball IQ
- Transferring skills into games
- Concepts from the Knox Raiders representative program

Program details
Who: Current Knox Basketball domestic players
Wednesday 6:00pm – 7:00pm (State Basketball Centre, Courts 1 & 2)
Thursday 5:00pm – 6:00pm (State Basketball Centre, Courts 5 & 6)
Thursday 6:00pm – 7:00pm (State Basketball Centre, Courts 5 & 6)

Coach: Hannah de Kretser

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DOMESTIC SHOOTING LAB

The Domestic Shooting Lab is specifically designed to teach and develop the next generation of sharp shooters from within our domestic competition. Focusing on shot development, technique, footwork and shot preparation, athletes build confidence and consistency through plenty of repetitions and game-like shooting situations.

What they'll work on:
- Shooting technique and shot development
- Footwork and shot preparation
- Consistency through high repetitions
- Shooting in game-like situations

Program details
Who: Knox Basketball domestic players
Monday 6:30am – 7:30am
Friday 6:30am – 7:30am
State Basketball Centre, Courts 16–18\

Coach: Hannah de Kretser

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FUTURE RAIDERS ACADEMY

Designed for Knox domestic players born in 2018 and 2019, Future Raiders Academy helps young athletes develop their skills and prepare for the Knox Junior Raiders pathway. Using a games-based approach and FIBA 3x3-style play, athletes develop their skills, decision-making and game understanding. They then put what they learn into action through internal 3x3 and external 5v5 tournaments.

What they'll work on:
- Core skills in game-like situations
- Decision-making and game understanding
- 3x3 play and team concepts
- Competing in internal 3x3 and external 5v5 tournaments

Program details
Knox domestic players born in 2018 or 2019
Tuesday 4:00pm – 5:00pm (State Basketball Centre, Courts 7–12)
Wednesday 4:00pm – 5:00pm (State Basketball Centre, Courts 1–3)
Coaches: Gerard Hillier, Neil Houghton and Hannah de Kretser

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AUSSIE HOOPS
Where every hooper's journey begins.

The perfect introduction to basketball for young hoopers aged 5–10! Aussie Hoops is all about learning the fundamentals, building confidence and having fun, with plenty of dribbling, passing, shooting, games and time on court.

What they'll work on:
- Dribbling, passing and shooting fundamentals
- Footwork and movement
- Teamwork and sportsmanship
- Confidence through fun, game-based activities

Program details
Ages: 5–10 years
Monday 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Thursday 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Coach: Hannah de Kretser

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LITTLE DRIBBLERS
Their first step onto the court.

The perfect first step into basketball for our youngest hoopers aged 2–5! Little Dribblers focuses on movement, coordination, confidence and basic basketball skills through fun games, activities and plenty of time with a basketball in hand.

What they'll work on: 
- Movement, balance and coordination
- Early ball skills: bouncing, catching and throwing
- Listening, following instructions and playing with others
- Building confidence in a fun, supportive environment

Program details
Ages: 2–5 years
Monday 4:15pm – 5:00pm
Thursday 4:15pm – 5:00pm
Coach: Hannah de Kretser

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KNOX BASKETBALL FILIPINO ACADEMY

The Knox Basketball Filipino Academy is growing! We're adding a NEW Sunday session and expanding the program to ages 8–18.

The Academy gives players more opportunities to build their game and be part of the Filipino-Australian basketball community at Knox.

Program details
Ages: 8–18 years
NEW Sundays 2:00pm – 3:00pm, starting 18 October (Courts 7, 8 & 9)
Mondays 5:00pm – 6:00pm, starting 12 October (Courts 5 & 6)

Where: State Basketball Centre
Coach: Gerard Hillier

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