Basketball – AWD

Program Overview

The Gold Coast Academy of Sport believes that sport is for everyone and that it is essential in gaining communication, social, and physical skills. We are pleased to be able to conduct a specific AWD Basketball program.

Previous programs have seen a dramatic improvement in an athletes’ self-confidence, social awareness, and self-esteem which contributes to the empowerment of people with an intellectual disability.

The program is conducted under the guidance of highly credentialed coaches. Players are also given the opportunity to be involved in core educational sessions to extend their knowledge in how to become a better overall athlete.

An annual program is normally run from September to December with regular squad training sessions focused on individual skill development and some basic understanding of Nutrition and Body Maintenance.

Should anyone wish to express interest in this program please do not hesitate to contact the Academy.

Selection Process

Applications for the GCAS Basketball Program will open 6 weeks prior to a program that is organised. The Academy will work with the Sport and Recreation department to help to disseminate information.

For any enquiries or expressions of interest please contact the GCAS office.

Eligibility

The program is open to male and female basketball players under the guidance of the head coach. Players must be registered with a Basketball QLD affiliated association competing in the Regional QLD Junior competition.

Athletes must be residents of the Gold Coast region and a current financial member of both their home association and Basketball QLD.

Cost

The cost is supplemented by a major sponsor of the program, Cambio group. The program fee will need to be confirmed but should be in the vicinity of $80.00 incl. GST.  The AWD Basketball program is pleased to have received a sponsorship from CAMBIO which helps to reduced the costs of what is offered.  The athletes will receive a minimum of 20 hours on-court training, skill development, education and personal development opportunities.

The above program fee covers the full cost of participation along with GCAS uniform kit consisting of a polo, training singlet and training shorts.

Athlete Benefits

• Individual, as well as squad coaching
• Insight into what it takes to become a more accomplished player
• Gain experience, confidence and knowledge

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