Cub Squad Aussie Hoops

Cub Squad Aussie Hoops

Ford Aussie Hoops- Cub Squad

Proudly supported by Jellis Craig Eltham 

Ford Aussie Hoops- Cub Squad

It is an introductory basketball program for children aged 5-10 years old of all abilities, providing an opportunity to learn the key fundamentals of basketball.

We prioritise teamwork and individual skill development through fun games.

Our mission is to nurture the next generation of basketball stars and foster a love for the game at every level through a supportive and inclusive environment for all to learn, grow and enjoy basketball.

This is highlighted by;

  • Skill development – our carefully designed programs focus on skill development, ensuring that players not only have fun on the court, but also enhance their abilities in the fundamentals of dribbling, shooting, passing and teamwork.
  • Participants can purchase an Aussie Hoops X Eltham Wildcats Pack containing a size 5 ball, singlet and t-shirt.
  • Modified equipment to best support participants’ skill development.

 

Ford Aussie Hoops Cub Squad – Girls Only

It is an introductory basketball program for girls aged 5-10 years old of all abilities, providing an opportunity to learn the key fundamentals of basketball. This session is perfect for girls to learn and play basketball in a fun and friendly environment.

 

Ford Aussie Hoops Cub Squad – Game Ready

The Game Ready Program is designed to help transition Cub Squad participants to our Saturday Domestic (EDJBA) competition. EDJBA operates a Winter Season and a Summer Season, which commence in Terms 2 and 4. This program is suitable for players aged 7-10 years old and players who have previously completed at least one term of Ford Aussie Hoops Cub Squad. The aim of Game Ready is to develop participants’ knowledge and skills of the game by structuring our sessions with training and game simulations. The focus is on rules of the game, as well as drills and games to best support players transitioning to Competition.

This is highlighted by;

  • Sessions consist of half training and half gameplay.
  • The focus is on teaching players the basic rules of basketball to help with transition to competition.
  • Suitable for players aged 7-10 years old and who have completed at least one term of Ford Aussie Hoops Cub Squad.

 

Ford Aussie Hoops Cub Squad – Game Ready – Girls Only **NEW**

The Girls Only Game Ready Program is designed to help transition Cub Squad participants to our Saturday Domestic (EDJBA) competition. EDJBA operates a Winter Season and a Summer Season, which commence in Terms 2 and 4. This program is suitable for girls aged 7-10 years old and players who have previously completed at least one term of Ford Aussie Hoops Cub Squad. The aim of Game Ready is to develop participants’ knowledge and skills of the game by structuring our sessions with training and game simulations. The focus is on rules of the game, as well as drills and games to best support players transitioning to Competition.

 

         

Cub Squad Participant Pack         Girls Only Pack

Term 4 2025 Registrations

 

Who can play?

Girls and Boys Beginners of all abilities aged 5-10 years old.

(3 & 4-year-olds see ‘Wildcats Kinder Club‘ program)

 

When? 

Ford Aussie Hoops- Cub Squad

Monday 4:15pm – 5:00pm Montmorency Secondary College (27 Simms Road, Montmorency)

Thursday 4:30pm – 5:15pm Eltham High School (30-60 Withers Way, Eltham)

Friday 4:15pm – 5:00pm Eltham High School (30-60 Withers Way, Eltham)

Saturday 8:15am – 9:00am Eltham Leisure Centre (40 Brougham Street, Eltham)

Saturday 9:00am – 9:45am Eltham Leisure Centre (40 Brougham Street, Eltham)

 

Cub Squad- Girls Only Sessions

Friday 5:00pm – 5:45pm Eltham High School (30-60 Withers Way, Eltham)  

Saturday 11:00am – 11:45am Eltham Leisure Centre (40 Brougham Street, Eltham)

 

Game-Ready Sessions

Monday 5:00pm – 5:45pm Montmorency Secondary College (27 Simms Road, Montmorency)

Thursday 5:15pm – 6:00pm Eltham High School (30-60 Withers Way, Eltham)

Friday 5:00pm – 5:45pm Eltham High School (30-60 Withers Way, Eltham)  

Saturday 10:00am – 10:45am Eltham Leisure Centre (40 Brougham Street, Eltham)

 

Game Ready- Girls Only, New Program!!

Thursday 5:15pm – 6:00pm Eltham High School (30-60 Withers Way, Eltham)

Friday 5:15pm – 6:00pm Eltham High School (30-60 Withers Way, Eltham)

 

Term 4 Aussie Hoops Cub Squad Dates

Mondays

Week 1: 13th October

Week 2: 20th October

Week 3: 27th October

NO SESSION- Melbourne Cup 3rd November

Week 4: 10th November

Week 5: 17th November

Week 6: 24th November

Week 7: 1st December

Week 8: 8th December

 

Thursdays

Week 1: 16th October

Week 2: 23rd October

NO SESSION- Melbourne Cup 30th October

Week 3: 6th November

Week 4: 13th November

Week 5: 20th November

Week 6: 27th November

Week 7: 4th December

Week 8: 11th December

 

 

Fridays

Week 1: 17th October

Week 2: 24th October

NO SESSION- Melbourne Cup 31st October

Week 3: 7th November

Week 4: 14th November

Week 5: 21st November

Week 6: 28th November

Week 7: 4th December

Week 8: 12th December

 

Saturdays

Week 1: 18th October

Week 2: 25th October

NO SESSION- Melbourne Cup 1st November

Week 3: 8th November

Week 4: 15th November

Week 5: 22nd November

Week 6: 29th November

Week 7: 5th December

Week 8: 13th December

 

Price

  • New players $130.00 + $30.00 (beginner Uniform pack) + Basketball Victoria & Australia Fee
  • Returning players $130.00 + Basketball Victoria & Australia Fee

Register

To register, click on the session you would like to join below.

Please make sure you select the correct session, whether it be regular, Girls Only, Game Ready or Game Ready Girls Only! The special sessions are marked after the session times.

 

TERM 4 REGISTER Here: https://www.playhq.com/basketball-victoria/register/588935

For more information, please contact Taya at beginners@elthamwildcats.net.au

Register your interest for Term 1, 2026 here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/ElthamWildcats/BeginnersProgramsExpressionOfInter