Information about the National Governing Body:

Name: British Basketball League        

Address:

Phone: 0845 345 7890

Website:      or http://www.englandbasketball.co.uk/

Regional Structure:

Basketball can start from an early age from primary school to secondary school. It is part of the national curriculum so therefore children under the age of 16 must take part in Physical Education. It is at this stage where the learner learns the rules and the aspect of the game. Basketball can be played for enjoyment even at break times where rules do not matter. However, physical recreation and sport can take place when the athlete decides to play for the school team. Where after school clubs and matches are held against other schools.

Here is a diagram stating the regional structure of English Basketball:

Performance Structure

Performance Level

National Team

Regional Squad

County Squad

National League Club

Local Club

School

Participation Level

Performance Level

Age Groups International Committee

Regional Management Committee

England Basketball

Sports Colleges, Local Authorities, Active Sports

Participation Level

Regional Management Committee’s (RMC’s)

Role to coordinate basketball within each region

Made up of;

EB – Regional Development Manager

Regional Chairperson (volunteer)

Area/League Registrars (volunteers)

In charge of Senior club / league registrations before they get to EB

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Basketball Development Officers (part time/full time)

Coordinating Basketball for Juniors

Club Contacts etc

Coaching Awards:

In order for basketball to be a successful competition reliable and trust worthy coaches are needed. Anyone can apply for these courses, however the most person who will benefit would be teachers, as they also can gain understanding and knowledge of the sport. For this they must apply and complete a course on the following:

England Basketball Coaching Award ...

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