What season is basketball played in?
Basketball is played all year and breaks for school holidays. It is split into two seasons:
- Summer Season is term 4 and term 1 and
- Winter season is term 2 and term 3.
When does the season start?
Summer season starts in October, first week of term 4.
Winter season starts in April, first week of term 2.
When and how can I register my child?
Registration for new members will open around the beginning of March for the Winter season and around the end of August for the summer season.
We have an Expression of Interest form that new players can complete. This will help the registrars to see the overall interest and find spaces in teams. Once your child has been placed in a team, the registrars will email a registration link for that team.
How do I register an existing player?
Current Players will be contacted by the EJBC Registrar or current Team Manager regarding registrations for the next Season. We suggest keeping an eye on the Eagles Facebook page for updates too.
What age group will my child play in?
Age groups are by the birth year go up every two years. Example for Summer 2024/2025:
U8 – born in 2017 / 2018 / 2019
U10 – born in 2015 / 2016
U12 – born in 2013 / 2014
U14 – born in 2011 / 2012
U16 – born in 2009 / 2010
U18 – born in 2007 / 2008
Age groups only change in Winter season and stay the same for the Summer season.
How much does it cost to play a season of basketball?
Fees are approx. $350 per player per season. There are ordinarily no further expenses over a season.
When do I need to pay the fees?
Fees have to be paid in full at the time of registration. Unfortunately, there are no other payment options.
Will there be any additional costs?
Only in upset scenarios such as Forfeits with less than 72h notice or for damaged/lost Jerseys there is the potential for fines.
Game fines are imposed by Wanneroo Basketball Association to Teams and are detailed within the Wanneroo Basketball Association Competition Rules which are linked under the Resources Tab.
The Club may impose a $50 fine to individuals for lost or significantly damaged Jerseys & Coach Polos. These are lent to players & coaches respectively at the start of a season and must be returned at the end of the season.
What day will my child train and where?
The Eagles have 6 different training locations: HBF Arena Joondalup, Mater Dei college Edgewater, Craigie & Woodvale Highschool’s and St Stephens school in Carramar as well as Heathridge Community Centre. The day, time and location are depended on the coach and availability. So at time of registration is it difficult to tell as teams may need to find coaches or teams need to agree on a day.
What day are the games?
Games are played on Friday evening, Saturday and Monday Evening depending on age groups.
- U8 – U14, U16C & U16D: play on Saturdays
- U16A, U16B: play on Fridays
- U18A & U18B: play on Mondays
Where are the games played?
Games are played across 5 different locations; HBF Arena, Mater Dei (Edgewater), Craigie (Leisure Centre), Peter Moyes (Mindarie), Irene McCormack (Butler) and Lake Joondalup Baptist College (Joondalup). The scheduling of games is done by WBA and may vary from season to season.
How often is training and how many games?
Training is once a week during the week and games are played once a week on Saturday for the younger age groups and Fridays for the older age groups.
Is there a training uniform?
No. Kids can wear whatever they feel comfortable in. However, our club does offer a training shirt which can be ordered through our online store.
What does my child need to bring to training?
A basketball, drink bottle and a smile.
What do players wear?
Eagles players wear blue and yellow. The club will provide blue or yellow Jerseys. Players are responsible for providing royal blue pocketless shorts.
Can we keep the Jerseys?
No. Jerseys are owned by the Eagles Junior Basketball club and loaned to players. Jerseys must be returned to the Club at the end of each season. If a Jersey is lost or significantly damaged the Club may impose a $50 fine to replace it.
Jerseys are to be worn for games only. They are not to be worn for training or any other activity outside of WBA facilitated games.
Who will Coach?
Each team requires a volunteer coach (or two). Typically a player’s family member volunteers for this role. Coach training is organised through WBA and the Eagles have a Coaching Coordinator who is happy to support where needed. Feel free to contact our Coaching Coordinator.
If a teams find an external coach who is not related to any of the players, a Working with Children Check is required. The coach needs to provide the card or certification before training commences.
Do coaches get equipment?
No. But the Eagles provide all coaches with $50 per season to be able to purchase any equipment required.
Who are the Team Managers and what do they do?
Each team requires a volunteer to manage the team. The team manager acts as a focal point between the team and the club. The team manager is the off-court backbone of the team. They collect & distribute Jerseys, trophies, communications, and work with the club to resolve issues where required. Please refer to the Eagles Manager Manual for more detailed information.
What happens if an Eagles team plays an Eagles team?
If you are playing another Eagles team please ask your Team Manager to confirm that you aren’t in the same jersey colours! WBA do not permit bibs or turning Jerseys inside out. If there is a clash, please reach out to the EJBC Uniform Officer at least one week in advance.
Can my child play up or down an age group?
Generally, no. Please email the registrars for specific cases as there are a few exceptions like:
– U8 can play up in U10 when having played at least one season of U8
– medical conditions and
– WABL players.
Feedback & Complaints
Feedback can be provided to any of the EJBC Officers at any stage. All contacts are provided here.
Courtside issues: Do not engage, react or escalate a situation within the Stadium or immediate surrounds. Ask your Team Manager, Coach, or a Team representative to seek immediate support from a WBA representative / off court official and follow up with a written summary / request to the EJBC President if required.
Refer to the WBA Complaints and Reports Policy under the Resources for further detail.
How will I know the latest news?
The Eagles have a Facebook page where all information for the season will be posted. Otherwise, all important information will be email to the Coaches and Managers who will keep your team updated.
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