F.A.Q.

My Child is interested in Trying Basketball for the First time? Where do I start?
A great place for beginners to learn the basics of basketball is at our Aussie Hoops Skills sessions. It is a way for new players to get a real feel for the sport and learn some basic skills involved like dribbling, passing and shooting. We regularly hold these sessions on a Saturday afternoon and sometimes mid-week - click here for more information.

What skills programs/trainings do you conduct for girls & high school aged players?

We conduct a Girls Only Weekly Skills Program on Sunday mornings - click here for more information.  We conduct a High Shool Player Weekly Skills Program (Spider Skills) on Monday evenings at the Hornsby PCYC - click here for more information.  We also conduct Aussie Hoops for beginners to basketball in High School - click here for more information.

What holiday programs do you run?
We conduct basketball camps in each school holidays for boys & girls - click here for more information.  Through our relationship with the Sydney University Flames (WNBL team), we also have camps on offer at various times during the year that are open to intermediate/experienced players - click here for more information and to add your details.

How do I join a team? (School Age players)

Basketball seasons/competitions are aligned with school terms. School terms 1&2 form the first season, and school terms 3&4 form the second season of the year.  Usually at the beginning of the seasons, and occasionally during the seasons, teams contact us to request an extra player for their team in which case we can forward your details to their team manager (via our player database - click here for more information).

Check our COMPETITIONS/FIXTURES/RESULTS page to find out which day the school year you are inquiring about plays on so you are availible.  Email the following details to info@hornsbyspiders.com.au with the subject heading “New Player Inquiry”.  Include the name, age, address, contact phone numbers, grade at school if applicable, school name, previous playing experience (positions played), or any other ball sports (involving catching & passing), and physical attributes (quick, athletic, strong, tall etc.)  We will then add the player to our waiting lists and be in touch when an opening comes up.  Please note that if inquiring mid-season that it may take a few months to find a team – even waiting till the next competition starts.

How do I join a team? (Adults)
Please check our COMPETITIONS page for details about days, divisions that play, starting and finishing dates of each season and see the ENTER A TEAM menu.  If you would like to go on a waiting list to join one of these teams if they request an extra player please email your name, address, DOB, details of previous playing experience, height and playing position to info@hornsbyspiders.com.au.

Can I enter a team of my own/How much does it cost?
Yes.  Anyone is welcome to enter a team in our competitons.  A good number of players to have is 6 to 8 but if you are short a player don't forget we may have someone on our waiting list who can fit the final spots on your team.  A team nomination form can be found on the COMPETITIONS menu of our website.  For Men’s, Women's and Mixed teams (Unisex) we need this form back with the entry fee by the day of the Grand final of the previous competition so check the draws to find out the date relevant for you. For Primary School and High School teams - click here for more information).

How can I get started Refereeing?
We conduct beginner referee courses in each school holidays for boys & girls. See the REFEREES menu for courses, information and the FIBA rules.

Do you conduct Coaching courses?
Yes we do. See the COACHES menu for courses, information and resources available.

Do you go to schools and conduct cinics?
Yes we do - click here for more information.

I have been playing for some time and would like to try out for the Hornsby Spiders Representative Teams - how do I do this?
Player Trials are around October each year - information can be found on the REPRESENTATIVE menu of our website.

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