Basketball Ireland U13 development sessions return for 2025

We are excited to invite clubs to nominate their most talented U13 players born in 2013 and advance talented players born in 2014 to participate in a pilot programme of academy development sessions.

These sessions are designed to:

• Foster skill development in a focused and positive environment.
• Bring together the best players in the region to learn and compete.
• Serve as an introduction to the Basketball Ireland Academies.

Each club is encouraged to nominate a maximum of three boys and three girls who they believe would thrive in this programme and who are available to attend the third session which will take place during the Easter break. 

Please only put forward players who will benefit from this high level of coaching - you do not have to send three players.

 Action Required - Clubs must complete the registration form, including the names and DOB’s of the players they are nominating.

Key Details:

• These sessions are not open to players already on the U14 Academy during season 2025/26
• Head Coaches – All the head coaches of these sessions are current or former International team head coaches.        
• Eligibility: Players born in 2013, or advanced talented players born in 2014. Preference should be given to players born in 2013.
• Cost: €5/£5 per player (payable in cash on the day).
• There will be five regions running sessions across the country. They will be separate sessions for boys and girls. Clubs should select the location that geographically suits them best.
•  If a session is oversubscribed, Basketball Ireland may request some players to attend a different location than the one initially selected.

All Regions, Times and Coaches are listed below. All of the dates and venues will be updated on the Academy page of the Basketball Ireland website and details will be sent by email to the club member that registers their players.

We look forward to seeing the region’s top young talent come together for this exciting initiative. 

 CLICK TO VIEW BASKETBALL IRELAND ACADEMY PAGE

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The Deadline for registration is Monday, October 20th

Girls Link for Registration to be completed by club representative:

CLICK TO REGISTER GIRLS

Boys Link for Registration to be completed by club representative:

CLICK TO REGISTER BOYS

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Coaches and parents should be aware of the following before registering: 

• All players must have an active BIPIN.
• Please ensure the players are available for the sessions before submitting their names.
• The Deadline for registration is Friday October 20th.
• ·       What players need to bring- A ball with their name on (if they have one), Drinks, Small snack, €5/£5 registration fee.