Kids Basketball (Hoop Stars)

The Y’s Hoop Stars kids’ basketball program offers a welcoming space for young basketball enthusiasts, whether they’re just starting their journey or have dreams of becoming skilled basketballers. It provides children aged 5 to 12 years old with the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive through the sport of basketball.

Hoop Stars provides tailored basketball programs for different age groups and abilities: Bronze 5-7 years; Silver 8-10 years; Gold 11-12 years, and Platinum (Advanced Skill Level). Year after year, we have achieved remarkable success in retaining our players, a testament to the quality of our program.

Here are some of the fundamental skills learned in the Hoop Stars program:

• Dribbling: the foundation of ball control in basketball. Children learn how to dribble the ball while maintaining control.
• Shooting: kids learn shooting techniques, including shooting from different spots on the court.
• Passing: a fundamental teamwork skill. Children learn various types of passes, such as chest passes, bounce passes, and overhead passes.
• Footwork: good footwork is essential for both offense and defense. Children practice pivoting, cutting, and changing direction quickly.
• Defense: defensive skills include learning how to guard an opponent, block shots, steal the ball, and position themselves to prevent the opposing team from scoring.

Y Leisure City in Epping, offers a comfortable and safe indoor experience and our team of experienced coaches is ready to nurture and guide these young players from the moment they step onto the court. For young basketballers in Melbourne’s northern suburbs, Hoop Stars at Y Leisure City is more than just a program to start learning the fundamentals of basketball. It’s a place where children grow, connect, and thrive.

Join us at Hoop Stars, with session times through weekday afternoons, where we’re not only creating skilled basketballers but also nurturing the leaders, team players, and valued community members of tomorrow. Let your child experience the joy of basketball, friendship, and personal growth The Y Leisure City.

HOOP STAR LEVELS

• Bronze- 5 – 7 years
• Silver- 8- 10 years
• Gold- 11- 12 years
• Platinum- Advanced skill level