BALLARAT REPRESENTATIVE PROGRAM
U12 PROGRAM
The Ballarat Miners U12 program are tournament-only team.
We have 3 teams in each gender, which equates to 30 athletes in total
The program begins in July with tryouts, with practices beginning in August.
We align the program with BRP core values and development standards without the Friday night travel.
U12 athletes practice twice a week (Tuesday and Sunday), with game participation in 5-6 tournaments.
U12 TRYOUTS (BORN 2014 & 2015)
*ATHLETES NEED TO ATTEND BOTH TRYOUTS DATES
U12 SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT
Thursday August 1st, 2024
U12 COMBINE / INTRODUCTION DAY
Sunday August 4th, 2024 – 12pm -3pm @ Selkirk Stadium
Link to U12 Tryout Registration – https://www.playhq.com/basketball-victoria/register/88a6f3
SELECTION PROCESS
The selection panel will use a combination of objective and subjective criteria to assess and categorize the athletes. The criteria may include, but not limited to:
- Competitiveness
- Shooting o Finishing
- Athleticism
- Ball Handling
- 1 on 1 Offence
- 1 on 1 Defence
- Transition Play
- Decision Making
- Game Sense
Athletes will be assessed on the above criteria through a variety of different drills and game situations. Some of the ways athletes will be evaluated are:
- Conceptual Play Assessments
- Live Scrimmage Situations
- Small-Sided Games
- Fitness Components
- Athlete Testing
- Commitment, attitude, and Coachability from Previous Seasons
- Teamwork and Sportsmanship
TRYOUT FAQ
How many teams will we have in each age group?
This will depend on tryout numbers, skill level of players and availability of suitable coaches.
What do I bring to tryouts?
Basketball (must be named!), drink bottle, and reversible dark/light singlet or dark/light coloured t-shirts.
How are teams announced?
Teams will be announced via email on August 1st, 2024, and also put on social media outlets.
Do I have to play in the Ballarat Domestic Competition to play for the Miners
All Miners athletes must be playing in our Junior Domestic as per our Athlete Handbook and by-laws.
Will you have other age group tournament teams?
The only tournament teams we will be having are our u12 teams.
The U12 Miners Combine looks to start of the 24/25 campaign by incorporating various aspects of our program and ensuring all athletes, parents and coaches are aligned from the beginning of the year.
DATE: Sunday, August 4th, 2024
TIME: 12-3pm
- Athlete, Parent and Coach Induction for 2024/25 season
- Athlete expectations and Goal Setting
- System of Play and practice habit sessions
- RAD Warm Up and Cool Down
- Uniform try-on and order day
- Parent Score table Information session
THIS IS A MANDATORY DAY FOR ALL SELECTED MINERS ATHLETES
U12 will play in 5 compulsory tournaments, and 10 athletes will participate in the Junior Country Championships
COMPULSORY TOURNAMENTS:
Geelong - November 1 - 3, 2024
Bendigo - January 25-27, 2025 (Australia Day Weekend)
Colac Classic - February 22 & 23, 2025
South-East Junior Basketball Tournament - March 7 & 8, 2025
Ballarat Junior Tournament - June 7 - 9, 2025
JUNIOR COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS
10 x U12 athletes will be selected to attend the 2025 Junior Country Championships to represent the Ballarat Miners.
This tournament sets up the age group for the future in VJBL and is a must-win tournament.
The selection process will be held throughout the campaign with practices and tournaments being at the forefront for selection.
The Director of Coaching will finalize the 10 athletes who attended, and the 3 athletes who will be emergencies.
This will be in conjunction with the first-team head coach.
There will be extra sessions in the lead-up to the JCC (these are mandatory)
Junior Country Championship - April 11 - 13th, 2025. Location - TBC
What is the cost?
$435
This includes court hire, coaching costs and development, administrative support for program & athlete development programs.
This does not include:
Tournaments (This can range from $40 - $50 for registration, accommodation etc.)
Uniforms (Introduction pack can cost $150, this includes game singlet, training singlet and shorts)
What dates are tryouts?
July 28th to July 30th, 2024.
If numbers are bigger than planned, we will run an extra sessions.
When is the squad finalized?
Squad is finalized and announced on August 2nd, 2024
What times are practices?
Tuesday 5:30-7:00pm @ Minerdome, Sunday TBC @ Selkirk
For further questions, please email James at doc@ballaratbasketball.com
COMING SOON
For any further information on the Ballarat Representative Program, please contact the Director of Coaching, James McKinnon (doc@ballaratbasketball.com)
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