Hot Hoops Basketball offers huge benefits both physically and mentally for children. Find out why this hot hobby is worth a try.
After the release of Space Jam: A New Legacy last year, it’s no surprise that basketball has spiked in popularity with Looney Tune-loving children. While some are happy to take aim at a hoop above their garage, those who were inspired by the moves of LeBron and Dominic James to take the game more seriously can develop their skills at several, allability clubs across our region. The fast-paced game, which increases agility, athleticism and endurance, hones skills that are transferable to other sports such as footwork and hand-eye coordination.
Most basketball clubs offer weekly sessions for all abilities from ages 8 – 16 years and promote a positive culture, such as antibullying and appropriate communication. 'Basketball teaches children social skills and how to be a team player alongside learning how to communicate and cooperate with others on the court,' says Jordane Edwards-Maddock, manager at Stamford Junior Knights. 'Exercise is so important to promote good mental health, too, and basketball provides the opportunity for children to switch off,' she adds.
CLUBS Nene Valley Basketball Club Provides basketball training and competition for all ages from 10 years to seniors. www.nenevalleybasketball.com
Huntingdon Hawks
Basketball suits anyone Please contact: who’s willing to learn and huntingdon.hawks@outlook.com have a go. Having a ball at home lets children practice East Cambs Basketball simple ball handling Under 12 training, ages 8 – 11 years. routines and a hoop or Monday night training. marking to improve aim is £5, first session free. also helpful. www.eastcambsbasketball.co.uk Outside of the weekly sessions and matches, Cambourne Raptors many clubs also offer Ages 6 - 10, Fridays 5.15pm-6.15pm, performance camps for £85 per term. Under 12s teams those players with promise. also available. Not every club will lead to www.cambournebasketball.org county level but most will help a child get to that next Cambridge Cats level should they wish to Various teams available. Ages 7 to progress and enter trials. 11 can join the Under 11 club. Whether just for fun or www.cambridgecats.co.uk with ambitions to be the Stamford Junior Knights next LeBron, these popular clubs are worth a look to Boys and girls, aged 8 - 16 years-old. get you started. Caters for children in Stamford, Lincolnshire and surrounding area. www.sjkbasketball.com
FIND A CLUB NEAR YOU: www.basketballengland.co.uk/ get-involved/clubs/
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