Congratulations to all our teams for a fun, competitive and successful Summer Basketball Season 2024-2025. As a small, but rapidly growing club, we a proud to share the following statistics: Fantastic effort by all players, coaches, assistant coaches, families and volunteers on one of our best seasons
Read MoreAt the novice level, basketball players under 12 should focus on developing fundamental skills that form the foundation of their game. These skills include ball-handling, passing, shooting, footwork, and defense. Here are key areas to focus on, along with specific drills to help players
Read MoreUsing zone defence in youth basketball is generally discouraged because it can hinder player development, instead, teaching man-to-man / person to person defence is considered more effective for long-term player growth. In our McKinnon Basketball weekend matches, a no zone defence applies for the following levels U14, U12, U10, U8. Here’s
Read MoreAccelerate your teams development! The Oakleigh Raptors Basketball Club are thrilled to finally and formally offer the opportunity for an additional competition to our regular weekend games. This extra program provides existing Raptors players with the chance to compete in a different competition, further enhancing their development. Nothing...
Read More18th September 2024, Oakleigh RSL As another successful season coming to a close, we celebrated with our Winter Presentation Night at the Oakleigh RSL, recognising individual achievement for each player with a uniquely inscribed medal. A fun night for all, with the silent disco a hit with the younger teams and the playground and oval popular for...
Read MoreCongratulations to all our teams for a fun, competitive and successful Winter Basketball Season 2024. As a small, but rapidly growing club, we a proud to share the following statistics: Fantastic effort by all players, coaches, assistant coaches, families and volunteers on one of our best seasons
Read MoreJoining a basketball club is an exciting step toward improving your skills, making new friends, and competing at a higher level. But with so many clubs out there, how do you know which one is right for you? Whether you’re new to basketball or looking to take your game to the next level, choosing the right basketball club is important. Here’s a...
Read More24th March 2024, Oakleigh RSL As another successful season coming to a close, we celebrated with our Summer Presentation Night at the Oakleigh RSL, recognising individual achievement for each player with a uniquely inscribed medal. A fun night for all, with the silent disco a hit with the younger teams and the playground and oval popular for...
Read MoreCongratulations to all our teams for a fun, competitive and successful Summer Basketball Season 2023. As a small, but rapidly growing club, we a proud to share the following statistics: Fantastic effort by all players, coaches, assistant coaches, families and volunteers on one of our best seasons
Read MoreOakleigh RSL, 10th September, 2023 A new chapter for the Oakleigh Raptors Basketball Cub, hosting our 2023 Winter Presentation Night at a new venue The Oakleigh RSL. Our Mini Raptors were first to take the stage in the theatrette following by all our other age groups all the way up to under
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