Wyndham Basketball is pleased to call for applications for all junior representative teams for the 2020/21 VJBL season. The VJBL has been a key pathway for many of Australia’s best players & coaches. Coaching is one of the most rewarding things an individual can do. Come & join one of Victorian Basketball’s fastest growing and developing basketball associations.

Please see attached below a position description for the VJBL coaching roles.

All applications are completed online by CLICKING HERE

APPLICATIONS CLOSE MONDAY, AUGUST 31^st 2020

VJBL Coach Selection Process

1. Coaching applications called for via WBA website and social media
2. Applications close Monday 31^st August, 2020
3. Appointed coach selection panel meet. Please note, interviews may be held at the discretion of the selection panel for existing coaches and all new coaches will be interviewed
4. Coaches appointed to an age group & gender prior to 2020/21 VJBL Representative Tryouts
5. Coaches appointed to specific teams at the conclusion of the 2020/21 VJBL Representative Tryouts

Please note: For applications to be accepted, they must be completed fully and correctly.

Any questions can be directed to the Coaching & Programs Coordinator, Jackie Gibson.

Email: jackie.gibson@wyndhambasketball.com   OR   Phone: (03) 9742 5440 & press 3

Wyndham Basketball is excited to announce Corey Michailidis will be our YL2W Head Coach for the 2021 Big V season.

Corey steps up to the role after a successful stint as assistant coach with our Championship Women team, which famously included a memorable run as stand-in head coach during the 2019 Big V finals.

He will also become the Girls Coaching Lead for our VJBL program.

Corey takes on both roles after Mason Rogers accepted an assistant role with Townsville Fire in the WNBL.

Excited by the opportunity to lead his own Big V team, Corey said he was looking forward to continuing to develop the YL2W program.

“I’d like to thank Paul Jones and the WBA Executive Committee for the opportunity to step up into the roles. Mason has put in some great work over the last three years and I’m really looking forward to taking over the reins. I am passionate about the development of young players and see the Youth League team as a crucial pathway for Wyndham’s brightest young stars,” Corey explained.

“I want the team to be aiming for finals appearances and ultimately promotion into the higher grades of the Big V Youth League competition.”

“I also want to thank the Championship Women playing group and coaching staff – in particular Reece Potter. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to develop under Reece and be involved in the team’s success over the past few seasons and am looking forward to watching the team build on this success in 2021.

Wyndham Basketball’s outgoing Player and Coach Development Manager Reece Potter said Corey was ready and capable to step into the new role.

“I’ve worked with Corey first-hand and witnessed his coaching up close. He brings a great balance of technical knowledge and player development to the role and I know he’ll be a great fit for this team.”

“He is a terrific role model for our Youth League players and is sure to help drive the future success of our program.”

Reece Potter will finish up his productive – and successful – stint as Wyndham Basketball’s Player and Coach Development Manager and Big V Champ Women Head Coach after accepting a full-time coaching role at a large private school in Sydney.

Across almost four years, Reece has overseen and driven the development of a number of WBA’s training programs, an overhaul of the VJBL representative program and the most successful period of our Women’s Big V program in its history.

Reece has been a powerhouse in his role, driving the creation of Domestic Development Program (DDP), Devils Edge and The West. He also oversaw exponential growth of our Aussie Hoops program and Hoops Academy.

DDP was an original program and has grown to become the envy of many associations across the country. And Aussie Hoops has gone from a small one-session program to multiple sessions and consistently in the top 5 size-wise in the country.

As Head Coach of our Big V Women’s program, Reece got the team promoted from Division 1 into Champ Division. And, as we all remember, in our first season of Champ Women took the team of a dream run all the way to the championship.

Reece said he has thoroughly enjoyed his time at Wyndham and will be keeping one eye on the basketball program from afar.

“This was my first full time basketball administration role and it’s been a great ride. I feel like the program has achieved a lot over the period and it is now set up to continue that success,” Reece explained.

“I am taking this chance to return my focus to my first love – coaching – in a full time role but will always look back fondly of my time in Wyndham, particularly that championship in 2019.”

WBA President Paul Jones said Reece had help professionalise the association during his tenure.

“When Reece started here at the WBA we had one full time staff member. The development of our players as a whole and the depth in our coaching across the program has improved out of sight,” Paul said.

“We knew coming from NSW was not going to be easy – the basketball landscape in Victoria is massive and very different and to new-comers it can be daunting to get your head around. Reece adjusted and thrived in the environment.”

“Our program is definitely in a better position now than when Reece started and that’s the mark of successful tenure. Everyone at the WBA wishes him all the best for his future.”

A process will now be set up to find a new Player and Coach Development Manager.

Wyndham Basketball can reveal Grant Duca will be reappointed as our Youth League Men’s head coach for the 2021 Big V season.

He will also continue his important work as Boys Coaching Lead in our VJBL program.

Grant will be re-joined in the 2021 VJBL program by Kyle Ogden, who will continue in his role as Assistant Coaching Lead.

After the disappointment of the 2020 non-season, Grant said he was excited to start planning towards the return of Big V basketball in 2021.

“I’m thankful to the WBA for giving me another chance to coach after what has been a disappointing year for everyone – both on and off the basketball court. I’m sure the guys will be as enthusiastic as I am about returning and I can’t wait to get back into it!” Grant said.

“I also love being involved in the VJBL program here at Wyndham and look forward to another year helping to guide our coaches, teams and players.”

Introduced last season, Kyle has provided important support to the program as the Assistant Coaching Lead.

“I love coaching, coach education and learning from others too, so I really enjoyed my time as Assistant Coaching Lead. I look forward to getting back on court when it’s safe to do so and will relish the opportunity to help the program again,” Kyle said.

Wyndham Basketball’s Player and Coach Development Manager Reece Potter said Grant had done a great job in his first season of Big V and looked forward to seeing the results of his hard work in 2021.

“Grant is a wonderful role model to the youth league players and a seriously good coach. It’ll be great to watch the team progress in 2021,” Reece said.

“The Coaching Lead and Assistant Coaching Lead roles are a vital cog in our VJBL rep program and both Grant and Kyle have done an impressive job so far and we look forward to them building on this once we are back on court.”

As mentioned yesterday, a new Youth League Women’s coach will be announced in the coming days.

After three years of building and improving Wyndham Basketball’s Youth League Women’s program, we’re thrilled to reveal Head Coach Mason Rogers has landed a new gig coaching in the WNBL.

Mason has accepted an offer to become an Apprentice Coach in the top level of female basketball in this country, working with Shannon Seebohm’s Townsville Fire during the 20/21 WNBL season.

Excited about the challenge, Mason credited the coaching environment at Wyndham with his rapid development.

“I came to Wyndham wanting to help contribute to the program and develop personally as a coach. I believe I’ve been able to achieve on both fronts and know my time here has been critical to preparing myself as a coach to take the next step in my career.”

“I can’t thank the Wyndham team enough, from the board to the staff – particularly Reece Potter and Paul Jones and the other coaching leads I’ve worked alongside. Their constant support has been terrific and I know the program, both at VJBL and the YLW, are in great shape to succeed into the future.”

The distance and time constraints of the new role mean Mason will vacate his role as the Head Coach of our YLW team and as Girl’s Coaching Lead in our VJBL program.

Player and Coach Development Manager Reece Potter said Mason’s success reflected that of the program.

“Having our young, developing coaches take exciting new steps in their own careers is a great compliment for our program. We have had a focus on developing coaches to be the best they can be and when you see our coaches given opportunities like this, you know we must be doing something right,” Potter said.

“Mason is a young coach with a lot of potential, he’ll learn a lot working with Shannon and a professional group of players!”

A successor to Mason as Youth League Women’s coach will be announced in the coming days, as will the new Girls Coaching Lead.

Our Aussie Hoops Activity pack is perfect for all Aussie Hoops and aspiring beginners to keep engaged with basketball as we navigate our way through Covid-19 lockdown.

With HEAPS of fun games, basketball challenges you can do at home and weekly skills targets, the Aussie Hoops Fun Pack will keep our 5-10 year old budding stars busy!

CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE AUSSIE HOOPS FUN PACK

If you have any questions please email our Basketball Development Officer Emilee Harmon: emilee.harmon@wyndhambasketball.com

The Winning Edge is a 6 week training guide to help keep our athletes engaged and active throughout this difficult time.

It includes video guides, weekly challenges and it’s all about flexibility – you can complete the workouts whenever you please!

ACCESS THE WYNNING EDGE TRAINING GUIDE HERE

3×3 Street Hustle returns to Wyndham!

COVID-19 Safety measures will be in place for this event to ensure the safety of all our members involved.

1. Due to restrictions, each age group will play in 2-hour blocks and teams are only permitted in the venue during their 2-hour block.

2. Each team will be able to appoint 2 parents to act as Team Manager and Scorer. No additional spectators will be allowed.

3. Cleaning measures will be in place between all games and intervals. With hand sanitizer on entry and benches for players to use at each break.

TEAM ENTRY PRICE – $60

The event will be held over two days 2nd – 3rd of July
Starting 9:30 am – 2:30 pm

Each Age Group to play in 2-hour blocks. Arrive 10 minutes before your timeslot and depart and the end of your 2-hr session.

Thursday 2nd July: U12 Boys & Girls – 9:30 am to 11:30
Thursday 2nd July: U16 Boys & Girls – 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Friday 3rd July: U14 Boys & Girls – 9:30 am to 11:30
Friday 3rd July: U18 Boys & Girls – 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm

REGISTER HERE

ALL PLAYERS MUST have a FIBA profile (free to sign up for at play.fiba3x3.com) and a minimum level “Rookie” Hustle Pass ($10 per year, sign up at https://www.3x3hustle.com/hustle-pass-2/). Team manager will use Hustle Pass ID’s to register each player onto the team.

If you have any issues with registration please contact hustle at info@3x3hustle.com

Age categories are based on FIBA 3×3 rules for 2020 tournaments, with players eligible for the following:

Under 12 – players born in 2008 or 2009
Under 14 – players born in 2006 or 2007
Under 16 – players born in 2004 or 2005
Under 18 – players born in 2002 or 2003

Official 3x3Hustle uniforms are not required for this event but all teams must wear matching uniforms.

REGISTRATIONS CLOSE 30th June 2020

Click “Male” or “Female” in the relevant age group above to register your team.

Domestic competition update:

As you may have seen, Basketball Victoriahas received offical government approval to return to sport at its Orange 50 level for people 18 and under, and Orange 20 for people 19 and over. This is really good news and helps us in relaunching our competitions in line with the dates we outlined last week.

Key Dates

As previously outlined our Under 18 competitions will commence from Tuesday July 14th, Friday July 17th and Saturday July 18th. Over 18 competitions will commence from Monday July 20th.

Season length

All competitions will comprise of an 8 week regular season, followed by two weeks of finals.

Fees

Junior team player fees are organised through your domestic club. Clubs have been provided with the team fee information and will be in touch with their own members about their fees for the Winter season. Senior teams will have the early bird price of $60 extended until July 3rd, before reverting to the full registration price of $75. Game fees are $63 for Seniors and $68 for the Premier Competitions. Senior teams can register here – https://www.playhq.com/register/f189ca

Hygiene processes

In addition to the Covid-19 safe measure in place by stadium management, all scoring equipment and team benches will be sanitized after each game. Basketballs will also be sanitized in between games. All referees, coaches, team managers and players must use the hand sanitizer provided on court at the beginning of each half and all time-outs. Uniforms will only be hired out in the event of a colour clash, players will be responsible for placing their own used uniform into a bag provided to avoid contact with staff members.

Venue information

Please be advised that public water fountains are not available at this time. Vending machines will be operational and the canteen will abide by Government regulations, however we advise that everyone bring their own drink bottle to games and trainings. Please ensure you have enough water for your activity as there will be no drink fountains to refill your bottle. Under current guidelines, referees will have access to the referee room during junior competition only, however they must abide by the 1 person per 4m2 ruling. No referee room access is allowed during the Senior competitions – more information will be provided by TOC closer to the commencement date.

Game information

Under 8 to Under 18 – There will be a maximum of 10 players allowed per team. The coach will be permitted to bring 2 basketballs into the stadium, no other basketballs will be permitted into the stadium. There will be a maximum of 3 team officials per team (Coach, Assistant Coach, Team Manager), and one Scoretable official per team.

Young Men/Women and Senior – Maximum of 7 players per team. Only two basketballs per team are allowed into the stadium. There will be a maximum of 1 team official and 1 scorebench official per team. There will be no spectators/parents/guardians allowed inside the venue for these competitions.

Spectator access

Only 1 spectator is allowed per player under the age of 18. There will be no spectators allowed for the Young Men/Women and Senior competitions until further notice.

Entry/exit procedure

Patrons are advised to arrive at the stadium no more than 20 minutes prior to their game commencing. Everyone entering the stadium will need to scan the QR code provided out the front of the stadium by WLS staff. Once you have entered your information and received a green tick, you may enter with your team where you will be directed to an internal holding area until stadium staff grant you permission to enter the court. Patrons must exit the stadium within 10 minutes of their game finishing. All team officials must be allocated to the team on the PlayHQ system so that we have all contact information on hand. Check out our explainer video here – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1wYOJ7Gsjh0

PlayHQ information

Reminder that all players and team officials must be allocated to their appropriate team prior to the first game of the season. All teams must also be allocated to a specific grade otherwise they will not be entered into the fixture so please check to ensure all your teams have been entered into a grade.

All 5 of our Online Domestic Coach Education Clinics are now online and FREE to view for all domestic coaches.

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