VESA Basketball

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Basketball Development Squads (Years 5/6, 7, 8 & 9/10) 
The VESA Basketball Development Squad provides students with quality coaching and structured development to improve their basketball skills and game understanding. 

This program is designed for students who are passionate about basketball and eager to improve, but who may not yet be performing at the level required for the main VESA Basketball Program. Students will focus on skill development, teamwork, fitness, and personal growth while preparing for possible future involvement in the main VESA pathway. 

Students in the program are expected to demonstrate strong self-discipline, coachability, and exemplary behaviour. 

Program Structure 

• Years 5–8: 2 periods per week (90 minutes)  

• Years 9/10: 90 minutes per week (before school hours) 

Basketball (Years 7, 8, 9/10 & VCE) 
The VESA Basketball Program is designed for students currently performing at a representative or equivalent level who aspire to continue developing their game at an elite level. 

Students receive high-level coaching focused on: 

• Game-specific skill development  

• Tactical understanding  

• Leadership and teamwork  

• Performance mindset  

• Character development  

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The program is led by Coach Adam Tarr, whose extensive coaching background includes: 

• Basketball Victoria High Performance Hub Lead Coach (Bendigo) 

• Bendigo Braves NBL1 Men’s Assistant Coach  

• Representative coaching experience across Victoria  

Program Structure 

• Years 7–8: 4 periods per week (180 minutes)  

• Years 9–10: 5 periods per week (225 minutes)  

• VCE: 2 periods per week (90 minutes) ​

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Students may also have opportunities to compete in interschool and statewide competitions throughout the year. 

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