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Age Groups for 2026

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U8 Mixed

• Mixed gender teams - However we do prioritise girls playing together and friends playing together.

• Train 1 x 1hr per week. Training is focussed on building fundamental skills while incorporating some games to ensure fun!

• Games are held on Saturday mornings at Runcorn State High School. Games are played on mini courts (1 full court is split into 3rds) with lowered hoops. Teams play 3 v 3 to ensure all players get the opportunity to be involved.

• Coaches assist in refereeing the games at a suitable level based on the players. Rules aren't as strict while players are learning to ensure the games flow without a lot of stoppages.

U10 Boys and Girls

• Separate competition for boys and girls.

• Train 1 x 1hr per week. Training is focussed on building fundamental skills while incorporating some games to ensure fun!

• Games are held on Saturdays throughout the day at various venues. Games are played on full courts, with regulation height hoops. Teams play 4 v 4 to ensure all players get the opportunity to be involved. Teams can play 5 v 5 if both coaches agree.

• Games are refereed by SWM official referees. Rules are slightly relaxed while players are learning to ensure the games flow without stoppages.

U12 - U19 Boys and Girls

• Separate competition for boys and girls.

• Train 1 x 1hr per week. Training is focussed on building fundamental skills and team strategies.

• Games are held on Friday nights (U16 & U19) and Saturdays (U12 & U14) throughout the day at various venues.

• Games are refereed by SWM official referees.