• Under 7 (Year 2): Focus on basic motor skills, coordination, and introducing basketball in a fun, engaging way.

• Under 9 (Year 3/4): Develop fundamental basketball skills like dribbling, passing, and shooting while emphasising teamwork and enjoying the game. 

• Under 11 (Year 5/6): Build on basketball fundamentals, introduce game strategy, and enhance decision-making and teamwork in competitive play. 

Focus Points for Primary School Basketball
Competitive Basketball (A and B squads)

• Skills: Develop and refine dribbling , accurate shooting from various distances, precise passing techniques, and agile footwork - executing these skills effectively under game pressure.

• Team Play: Practice both offensive and defensive strategies, including set plays, fast breaks, and effective transitions between attack and defense.

• Game Awareness: Cultivate the ability to read the game, anticipate plays, and make smart, quick decisions during high-pressure situations.

• Teamwork: Foster clear communication and strong collaboration on the court, understanding roles and actively supporting teammates for collective success.

• Mindset: Build resilience, mental toughness, and strategic thinking, while consistently upholding excellent sportsmanship.

• Conditioning: Improve speed, agility, and endurance specific to basketball, along with balance, coordination, and injury prevention.

Recreational Basketball (C and D squads)

• Skills: Develop fundamental dribbling, accurate passing, and proper shooting techniques

• Understanding: Learn rules of the game comprehensively, alongside the crucial principles of teamwork and strategic play.

• Decision-Making: Make smart choices on the court; this involves quick thinking and reacting appropriately to game situations.

• Physical Fitness: Improve coordination and agility through various drills; enhancing these aspects boosts overall athletic performance.

• Confidence: Build self-belief through positive experiences and successful skill execution.

• Sportsmanship: Show respect for opponents, teammates, and officials; demonstrating fairness and integrity is key to a positive environment.