Kids Programs
FORD Aussie Hoops - TINY TIGERS
The Melbourne Tigers are proud to deliver Ford Aussie Hoops – Tiny Tigers.
Ford Aussie Hoops is Basketball Australia’s official introductory program, providing a fun and inclusive Basketball experience for 5-10 yr olds that serves as an introduction to a lifetime of involvement in the game. In addition to promoting healthy and active lifestyles, the program serves as a platform for social development and inclusion – fostering stronger and more vibrant communities and individuals.
The Melbourne Tigers’ Tiny Tigers program has existed for over 20 years and is designed to develop hand/eye co-ordination, footwork and spatial awareness as well as giving the kids confidence to move, pass and shoot.
The newly combined program, Ford Aussie Hoops – Tiny Tigers, offers a comprehensive introduction to basketball for children aged 5-10. By merging the strengths of both original programs, it provides an inclusive environment that promotes skill development and most importantly, FUN!
Kids Programs
Tiger Elite & tiger elevate
Tiger Elite and Tiger Elevate programs are high-performance initiatives designed for U12, U14, U16 Tigers athletes seeking to elevate their skills and performance. Led by our dedicated Tigers representative coaches, this program offers expert guidance and training. Our goal is to foster talent and build confidence, ensuring each athlete reaches their full potential.
We believe it is important to keep these groups capped at 8 participants in their respective half court. This allows for a quality of training that you don’t get at team trainings or in other programs.
Tiger Elite: Teams 1-2
Tiger Elevate: Teams 3 and below
Kids Programs
Development Squad
The Development Squad trains most Sunday mornings at MSAC.
Melbourne Tigers Development Squad is for children aged 7 – 10 years old, who have some basketball experience and are looking to be selected in an Melbourne Tigers VJBL representative team the following season.
Many Development Squad members are ‘graduates’ from Tiny Tigers, who can demonstrate sufficient skills and ability to take the next step. Entry to the Development Squad is not automatic, as it is important that the athletes have all reached a certain standard and level of experience. This is for the benefit of everyone.
The squad will be challenged to acquire more complex basketball skills, including the development of both sides of the body (e.g. left hand lay up for right handers) and initial defensive and offensive concepts. But overall the program still has a strong focus on skill adoption and correct mechanical techniques.
Development squad members may also be invited to participate, as a team, in one or two tournaments throughout the year (U10 age group).
Fees are charged per term.
Kids Programs
School Holidays
Elevate your child’s school holiday experience with MCBA’s school holiday programs. Tailored for young athletes, this program combines skill development with a dash of holiday excitement.
Chase Basketball offer a variety of school holiday programs with engaging activities, friendly competitions, and expert coaching,
kids will discover the joy of basketball in a supportive and energetic
environment.
