Balwyn Blazers Basketball Club

“Many of our coaches currently coach two teams or play and coach in the same day.”

Did you know there are 5 different ways to start coaching at Balwyn Blazers?

You don’t need previous coaching experience.

Our club now has clear coaching pathways for:

🏀 Players (starting from age 13)
🏀 Parents who want to support their child’s team
🏀 Young coaches building leadership skills and earning $$$
🏀 Experienced coaches ready to mentor others

At Blazers, coaching is about more than basketball.

It’s about:

✔ Leadership
✔ Confidence
✔ Community
✔ Giving back to the game

We provide mentoring, training resources and coaching development to help you succeed.

If you’ve ever considered coaching, there is a pathway for you.

If you’re interested in getting involved, feel free to reach out:

Lucas – [email protected]

Ben – [email protected]

Or text Ben – 0431 407 668

🔥 LAST CHANCE. 🔥

Winter Season Registrations close TOMORROW (Sunday).

No extensions.
No late entries.
No “we forgot.”

If your child wants to play this winter, this is it.

Balwyn Blazers is more than just Saturday games.
It’s development.
It’s community.
It’s standards.
It’s belonging to something bigger.

Teams are being finalised. Coaches are being allocated.
Once registrations close, we move forward.

If you’ve been thinking about it…
If you’ve been meaning to do it…
If your child said “I want to play”…

Don’t leave it until it’s too late.

⏳ Registrations close Sunday night.
📲 Scan the QR code or register now via the website.

Let’s make winter count.

APOLOGIES extra skills training is cancelled today.

it will resume next week.

apologies for any inconvenience.

🏀 DRIBBLERS BASKETBALL – TERM 2 2026

This is where basketball begins.

Dribblers is designed for boys and girls aged 5–9 years old who are new to the game or just starting out.

Our focus is simple:
Games. Smiles. Fun.

Through movement-based activities and small games, kids develop:
✔ Hand-eye coordination
✔ Confidence
✔ Listening & focus skills
✔ Teamwork & social connection
✔ A genuine love for sport

📍 Balwyn High School – Court 3
🗓 Mondays 4:00–5:00pm
🗓 NEW Saturdays 8:00–9:00am
💲 $10 per class (cash or card on the day)

No pressure. No experience needed.
Just positive first memories in basketball.

Come and give it a go. 🏀🔥

Register via QR Code

🚨 MARCH SMALL PRIVATE TRAINING – LIMITED TO 4 PLAYERS 🚨

This isn’t crowded training.
This is focused development.

✔ High-intensity skill work
✔ Basketball IQ & confidence building
✔ Real feedback. Real correction. Real growth.
✔ 4 players max per block

📍 Balwyn High School
🕓 4–5pm
📅 March 6 (Special Guest), 13, 20, 27
💰 $250 per player

If your child wants to improve faster — this is where it happens.

Spots will fill. Once they’re gone, they’re gone.

register via QR codes or the link below:
https://www.playhq.com/basketball-victoria/register/bc2e59

Winter Season is here! Registrations are OPEN!

At Balwyn Blazers, basketball is more than just a game.
It’s friendships, confidence, learning through wins and losses, and being part of something bigger than yourself.

From first-time players to experienced juniors, our club provides a supportive environment where players can grow, compete, and enjoy their basketball every Saturday.

Join one of Melbourne’s largest and most connected junior basketball communities.

🔥 Limited team spots available
👉 Register now via the link in bio

Hi Blazers Families,

Team selections for the Winter 2026 season are coming up next week!

These sessions help us place players into teams where they can develop, enjoy their basketball, and contribute positively to their team environment.

Selections are an important part of maintaining balanced teams across the club and giving every player the opportunity to grow throughout the season.

📅 Team Selection Schedule
Monday 9 February
U9 Girls – 4:45pm–5:30pm | Balwyn High School - Court 2
U11 boys – 5:45pm–8:30pm | Balwyn High School – Court 3

Tuesday 10 February
U13 Girls – 5:00pm–7:00pm | Boroondara Sports Complex – Courts 4–5

Wednesday 11 February
U11 Girls – 4:30pm–6:30pm | Balwyn High School – Courts 1–2•
U13 Boys – 5:00pm–7:00pm | Boroondara Sports Complex – Courts 4–5

Thursday 12 February
U9 Boys – 4:00pm–5:00pm | Balwyn High School

Please arrive 10–15 minutes early for check-in and warm-up.

Selections are based on a range of factors including skill level, game understanding, attitude, teamwork, and coach ability. Our goal is always to place players in an environment where they can continue developing and enjoying their basketball.

Returning & New players to attend first session.

If your child is unable to attend their scheduled session, please notify the club as soon as possible.

We look forward to seeing all players on court and beginning preparations for another fantastic Blazers season.

Details are up on our website:

https://www.balwynblazers.com.au/winter-season-team-selection-and-registration/

Kind regards,
Balwyn Blazers Basketball Club
Where Basketball & Community Meet

🔥 Extra Skills Training

Additional development sessions for players who want to keep improving.

Extra Skills Training provides focused, high-repetition skill work outside of team training. Sessions target core fundamentals such as ball handling, footwork, shooting technique, decision-making, and game awareness.

Ideal for players who want extra touches, more confidence on game day, and continued improvement throughout the season, without replacing team training.

SMALL GROUP PRIVATE TRAINING

Personalised coaching. Real development. Small groups.

Small Group Private Training is designed for players who want more individual attention while still training in a motivating, competitive environment. With a maximum of 3 athletes per session, every player gets coached, corrected, and challenged—every time.

These sessions focus on skill development, confidence, and mindset, helping athletes grow not just as basketball players, but as people.

DRIBBLERS BASKETBALL
Term 1, 2026

A fun, safe introduction to basketball for young beginners.

Dribblers Basketball is designed for boys and girls aged 5–9 years who are new to the game or just starting their basketball journey. Sessions focus on building confidence, coordination, and fundamental skills in a positive and encouraging environment.

Whether it’s their first time picking up a ball or they’re still finding their feet, Dribblers is all about learning through play, movement, and enjoyment.

Holiday Hoops Before Christmas!
Season’s over — but we’re running two action-packed sessions at Balwyn High on 15–16 December.
Skills • Shooting • Scrimmages
Beginner to Rep — all welcome.
Spots limited. Book now.

Get involved | 2026 Committee Nominations

When: Sunday 14/12/2025 from 11:00am to 11:45am

Where: Balwyn High School Stadium Classroom

You can nominate for President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer or General Committee.

Committee nomination forms will be available from Balwyn High School (on Saturdays) or via the link below.

You can read more about the AGM and access/download the nomination form here: https://www.balwynblazers.com.au/2025-agm