Players First academy player training

2026–27 season · Registrations open

Players First
Academy

A year-long academy from Term 4 2026 to Term 3 2027. Every player gets a level that fits, a coach who knows their game, and real games to test it in.

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U8–18A level for every player
10Weekly academy classes
4Academy Game Nights
10Players max per class

One pathway, U8 to U18

Find the right level

Players start at the right level and move up as they grow. Not sure where your player fits? Book a trial and our coaches will place them.

U8 · U10

First Step

A fun, skill-first start to the game.

U12–U16

Foundation

Beginner to intermediate. Core skills and habits.

U12–U16

Next Level

Advanced and competitive. Ready to be pushed.

U18

Pathway

Highly competitive, high standards.

Foundation · U12–U16

For players new to the game or playing domestic basketball. We build the skills and habits every good player needs, in a supportive group where confidence grows week by week.

  • Ball handling with both hands
  • Shooting form and finishing at the rim
  • Footwork, passing and defensive stance
  • Understanding spacing and team play

Right for your player if they're starting out, playing domestic, or want to strengthen the basics before stepping up.

Next Level · U12–U16

For competitive players who are ready to be pushed. Sessions run at game speed with higher standards, more contact and more decision-making under pressure.

  • Advanced skills at game speed
  • Reading defences and making the right play
  • Competitive drills and live play
  • Intensity, conditioning and accountability

Right for your player if they play club or representative basketball, or are working toward it.

Find your class time

Academy Game Nights

Training turns into competition

Four times a term, included in your fee. Sundays 6:00–9:00 PM at Coburg Stadium.

U10 · U12 · U14

25OCTWeek 3
8NOVWeek 5
22NOVWeek 7
6DECWeek 9

U16 · U18

1NOVWeek 4
15NOVWeek 6
29NOVWeek 8
13DECWeek 10
Athletic Performance gym at Players First

Optional add-on

Add the gym

Athletic Performance: strength, speed and conditioning in the Players First gym, alongside court sessions.

Ask about the gym
Players First tournament team

Stepping it up for 2026–27

Tournament teams

Our tournament teams are made up of our own academy players, competing together at junior tournaments throughout the year.

  • Open to all: every academy player can represent us.
  • All year: junior tournaments right through the season.
  • Bigger season: more teams and more tournaments, so more players compete.

We'll share details with families as each tournament is confirmed.