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 prioritize teamwork and individual skill development through fun gamers. Across a number of session options, 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.
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. 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.
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 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.
Focus is on teaching players the basic rules of basketball to help with transition to competition.
Suitable for players aged 7-10 and who have completed at least one term of Ford Aussie Hoops Cub Squad.
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 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.
Focus is on teaching players the basic rules of basketball to help with transition to competition.
Suitable for players aged 7-10 and who have completed at least one term of Ford Aussie Hoops Cub Squad.
Cub Squad Participant Pack Girls Only Pack
Girls and Boys aged 5-10
(3 & 4-year-olds see ‘Wildcats Kinder Club‘ program)
CUB SQUAD AUSSIE HOOPS BEGINNERS SESSIONS
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)
Saturday 9:45am – 10:30am Eltham Leisure Centre (40 Brougham Street, Eltham)
GIRLS ONLY SESSIONS
Friday 5:00pm – 5:45pm Eltham High School (GIRLS ONLY) (30-60 Withers Way, Eltham)
Saturday 11:00am – 11:45am Eltham Leisure Centre (GIRLS ONLY) (40 Brougham Street, Eltham)
GAME READY SESSIONS
Monday 5:00pm – 5:45pm Montmorency Secondary College (GAME READY) (27 Simms Road, Montmorency)
Thursday 5:15pm – 6:00 Eltham High School (GAME READY) (30-60 Withers Way, Eltham)
Friday 5:00pm – 5:45pm Eltham High School (GAME READY) (30-60 Withers Way, Eltham)
Saturday 10:15am – 11:00am Eltham Leisure Centre (GAME READY) (40 Brougham Street, Eltham)
GIRLS ONLY GAME READY – NEW PROGRAM!!
Thursday 5:15pm – 6:00 Eltham High School (GIRLS ONLY GAME READY) (30-60 Withers Way, Eltham)
– New players: $145 (once beginner pack is added on) + Basketball Victoria & Basketball Australia Fee
– Returning players: $120 + Basketball Victoria & Basketball Australia Fee
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.
MONDAY:
| Week 1: 28th April
Week 2: 5th May Week 3: 12th May Week 4: 19th May Week 5: 26th May Week 6: 2nd June 9th June – NO SESSION (LONG WEEKEND) Week 7: 16th June Week 8: 23rd June |
THURSDAY:
| Week 1: 1st May
Week 2: 8th May Week 3: 15th May Week 4: 22nd May Week 5: 29th May Week 6: 5th June 12th June – NO SESSION (LONG WEEKEND) Week 7: 19th June Week 8: 26th June |
FRIDAY:
Week 1: 2nd May
Week 2: 9th May
Week 3: 16th May
Week 4: 23rd May
Week 5: 30th May
Week 6: 6th June
13th June – NO SESSION (LONG WEEKEND)
Week 7: 20th June
Week 8: 27th June
SATURDAY:
| Week 1: 3rd May
Week 2: 10th May Week 3: 17th May Week 4: 24th May Week 5: 31st May Week 6: 7th June 14th June – NO SESSION (LONG WEEKEND) Week 7: 21st June Week 8: 21st June |
For more information, please contact Jason at (juniordev@elthamwildcats.net.au)
Register your interest for Term 3, 2025 here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/ElthamWildcats/KinderClubCubSquadInterest