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Event

MacKillop Basketball Selections

Date

Friday 21 February 2025

Venue

Beaton Park ‘SnakePit’ Courts, Gwynneville

Eligibility

Refer to specific Diocesan eligibility information. Age and grade restrictions are limited by size, strength, and skill appropriateness.
Diocesan contact information is available in the link below under 'Contact Information'.

What to Bring
  • Basketball
  • Medication (e.g. asthma inhaler)
  • Strapping tape
  • Water bottle
  • Lunch
Selection Process

A squad of 10 players for both boys and girls will be selected to represent MacKillop at the NSWPSSA Basketball Championships.

The trial will follow a round-robin format, where each team plays four games against all Diocesan teams.
The trial will conclude with a Possibles vs. Probables game, but there will be no finals as the focus is on selecting the 10 best players.
The primary goal of these trials is to select a MacKillop team and provide a pathway to the NSWPSSA level.

Players will be evaluated throughout the day by:

  • Diocesan team managers
  • External basketball representatives
  • MacKillop team managers
Further Representation

A NSWCPS MacKillop team will be selected to attend the NSWPSSA Basketball Championships.
For more details, see the 'Further Representation' tab above.

Contact Information

Please contact your Diocesan Representative for more information.
Diocesan Representatives - Contact Information

Team managers will be provided with rules and/or playing conditions before events. 

 

MacKillop Basketball - Rules and Guidelines
NSW PSSA State Carnival Rules View NSW PSSA State Carnival Rules
Safety Guidelines View NSW PSSA Safety Guidelines
Basketball Rules and Information
  • Games will be played in two halves of 12 minutes each.
  • Each team is allowed one timeout per half – the clock will not stop.
  • Half-time break is 3 minutes.
  • Substitutions can be made on any side or end ball.
  • No free throws will be awarded for shooting fouls.
  • All team members must take the court in each half.
  • No scoresheets will be used, only scoreboards.
  • During each game, coaches may be asked to nominate opposition players who performed well.
  • Team managers will meet after each game to discuss selections.
  • After the final managers' meeting, selected students will play in a Possibles vs. Probables game to finalize the MacKillop team.
Safety Information
  • Non-participating players must remain outside the court area during games.
  • Play is not permitted on slippery or wet surfaces.
  • Certain surfaces, such as ‘plexipave,’ can become slippery with very small amounts of moisture.
  • Warm-up and cool-down sessions must be included before and after all training and competition to prevent injury.
  • Students should drink water before and during the game to prevent dehydration.
  • In hot weather conditions, fluid intake should be more frequent.
Code of Conduct
The following guidelines have been adapted from the Australian Sports Commission. Young athletes participating in sport have the right to play in a **safe and supportive** environment.
  • Play to the best of your ability, have fun, and focus on improving your skills.
  • Be modest in success and gracious in defeat.
  • Follow the rules and respect the decisions of referees and officials.
  • Do not criticize other players, referees, or team officials through words or gestures.
  • Do not deliberately distract or provoke opponents.
  • Applaud good performances from all players and teams.
  • Condemn unsporting behavior and show respect for opponents.
  • Condemn all forms of violence.
  • Respect the rights, dignity, and worth of all participants regardless of gender, ability, cultural background, or religion.
  • Prioritize player safety and welfare above all else.
  • All school sports events are alcohol- and smoke-free zones.
MacKillop Basketball Selections - Program of Events

Trial Format

The anticipated timetable for the day is outlined below.
Please note: This schedule is subject to change at the convenor’s discretion.

Time Activity
8:00 am – 8:30 am Students arrive and check in directly with their team managers.
8:35 am Team managers meeting.
8:45 am Trial welcome – Court 1.
9:00 am – 2:00 pm Trial games (each Diocese plays four games).
2:00 pm Team managers meeting.
2:20 pm Possibles vs. Probables games.
2:45 pm Announcement of teams.
3:10 pm Information and uniforms for MacKillop team members.

MacKillop Basketball - Further Representation
NSWPSSA Boys Basketball Championships
Date Tuesday 13 May - Thursday 15 May 2025
Venue Minto Indoor Sports Centre
9 Redfern Rd, Minto NSW 2566
Time 8:30am - 3:00pm
NSWPSSA Girls Basketball Championships
Date Tuesday 17 June - Thursday 19 June 2025
Venue Sutherland District Basketball Association
Waratah Park, Rawson Ave, Sutherland NSW 2232
Time 8:30am - 3:00pm
School Sport Australia Basketball Championships
Date 26 July – 1 August
Venue City of Moreton Bay, QLD
Details School Sports Australia Basketball Championships

 

Congratulations to Rowan Tandog from Blessed Sacrament, Clifton Gardens who was selected to play at the NSWPSSA Boys Basketball Championship.

Pathway

2021 NSWPSSA Girls Basketball Team
Maya Hopkins - Stella Maris, Shellharbour - MacKillop
 

CPS Basketball Challenge Results

2019 Results @ Wodonga

2019 Results @ Albury

 

CPS Basketball Challenge

This is a non pathway Basketball competition open to Catholic Primary schools affiliated with NSWCPS with a focus on school communities and faith sharing.

Event

NSWCPS Basketball Challenge

Eligibility

School & age based teams

Divisions :  Junior Boys - Years 3 & 4
  Junior Girls - Years 3 & 4
                    Senior Boys - Years 5 & 6
                   Senior Girls - Years 5 & 6

Date

TBC 

Venue

TBC

Cost

TBC 

Conditions of Entry

Schools are responsible for Working With Children Checks where non school based personnel are used to manage teams.
ONE staff member (teacher) must accompany the group. Parents may be used to manage teams.
Information packages will be distributed upon nomination.
Each school is to complete an online evaluation at the end of the event.
Limited to 120 teams. Max  40 Senior Boys teams, 28 Senior Girls, 28 Junior Boys &  24 Junior Girls teams
To enter school teams - must be completed by Principal OR approved Sport Coordinator 
A school representative must attend the AGM on the Friday night before the start of the Challenge
Competitors and staff are to attend the Opening Liturgy on the Saturday morning

What to Bring

School sports/basketball uniform.
School banner

 

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