Commitment requirements

Training & Commitments:

  • Frequency: Two compulsory mid-week training sessions per week (except school holidays).

  • Locations: Primarily at Bentleigh Secondary College, Brighton Secondary College, and GESAC.

  • Scheduling: Published after team selection.

  • Priority: Representative commitments take precedence over local sports.

  • Attire: Full training gear required; includes training singlet, black shorts, hoodie/warm-up top.

  • Absences: Must notify via email (bdm@mckinnonbasketball.org) for any conflicts.

  • Tournaments: 1 tournament per year. Usually during long weekends.

Games:

  • Schedule: Friday nights, with younger age groups starting from 6:30pm, with the latest games beginning at 9:40pm for older age groups.

  • Venues: Home games at GESAC or Bentleigh Secondary College; other venues vary weekly.

  • Arrival: 30 minutes before tip-off in full uniform only.

Parent Involvement:

  • Team Manger: 1 parent per team must volunteer

  • Duties: Scoring, shot clock management, filming, and other tasks.

  • Coordination: Managed by the Team Manager.

Court Time:

  • Not Guaranteed: Depends on the game environment and disciplinary reasons (e.g., attendance, punctuality, effort).

Extra Training:

  • Recommendation: Additional practice outside representative training.

    • Basic: 2 hours/week for maintenance.

    • Aspirational: 4 hours/week for advanced goals.

Pathways & Eligibility:

  • Selection: From McKinnon Basketball Association’s Domestic Competition players.

  • Eligibility: Continuous participation in MBA domestic competition is required.

  • Exemptions: Must be applied for via email and are considered on specific grounds (e.g., state-level sports).

  • Player and Parent Onboarding: Must be completed, signed and adhered to throughout the season.