Little Giants is Back
Thanks to Beck’s Boarding Retreat, Little Giants is back for 2021 with 4 class times to choose from
- Group 1 Monday 4:15 with Jess Aherne & Paige Rowan – Ages 6 to 8
This group is designed for the younger less experienced little giants aged 6 to 6 born in 2012 to 2014. The program is more designed around fun & is a basic introduction to basketball. Jess & Paige are experienced players with Geelong rep experience and are great with the little kids & helping them get their confidence.
2. Group 2 Wednesday 4:15 with Cam Larkin Ages 5 (preppies) ** New Class **
This is a new class especially for our preppies and our younger kids who are keen to get into a fun indoor sport. Cam Larkin is an very experience player with Country Vic experiece. He is also a dad of a 5 year old so has plenty of experience in wrangling kids & how to have fun with them & our wonderful game.
3. Group 3 Wednesday 6pm with Kelsey Jordan Ages 7+
Our later class on Wednesday are designed for the kids who are 7+ and are a little more confident. This program is designed to not only introduce the kids to the basketball basics, but to get them ready to play actual games. Kids aiming to play next winter (term 2) should consider joining this wonderful program with Kelsey. Kelsey is a Championship womens player & has a lot of experience & is an excellent teacher of the game.
4. Group 4 Saturday 11am with Joel McFall – Ages 6+
Our Saturday classes are open for all ages & abilities, ideally aimed at those aged 6 to 9 with limited basketball experience. Joel is a hit at our clinics with the kids & plays in our championship mens team as well as our u14-CH coach. Joel is one of our most experienced coaches and also our Director of Coaching. Put simply he knows plenty about the game & is a natural leader & motivator for kids of all ages.
How to Book a spot
Please note classe sizes are strictly limited we will confirm during the holidays.
To book your spot register here: https://forms.gle/DDV1e9MYBPqtHVu86
Upcoming Events
Apr
For our new players for summer season or our existing players needing a new uniform here is the chance to grab your uniform & be ready for the new season. More details to come
Apr
Summer Presentation Day, a chance to celebrate all our wonderful achievements. More details to come but we will be working thru from u10s at 12pm & going thru each age group one at a time
Mar
We are super excited to have our first clinic for the year on Sunday March 27th at Geelong Grammar. Thanks to Community Bank Lara District the clinic is completely FREE Please note numbers are strictly limited, so you must book your spot by filling out your details on our google form HERE
Nov
Lara Giants Basketball Uniform day – Summer Season 2022 Uniform purchases for the return of basketball for juniors. Sunday 14 November 2021 LOCATION St Anthonys Catholic Church Corner of Kees Road and Gebbies Road, Lara VIC 3212 Bookings essential: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing?eid=830907
Apr
Uniform day is Saturday April 17. You must book your spot to attend via https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing?eid=742318&
Nov
Notice of Annual General Meeting- Sunday November 29 The Lara Giants are heading into a massive period of the clubs history with record number of players as well as the pushing forward with our plans for a home stadium. We ar inviting anyone who is passionate about our club to put their hands up to […]
Jul
Uniform day for new players. Spaces are limited & must be booked in due to covid restrictions https://www.trybooking.com/book/sessions?eid=637453&ses=1937555
Mar
FREE Girls Only Clinic with Australia Opal / Geelong Supercat Steph Blicavs Sunday MArch 15th – Under 10s & U12s 12pm, U14s & above 1pm Registrations required at https://forms.gle/tKY21YPZQpmm7UZn9
Mar
Junior Presentatio Day Sat March 14 at St Anthony’s Primary School Under 10s & Little Giants 4pm U12s & U14s 5pm U16 & U18s (inc U20 girls) 6pm
Oct
Lara Basketball Club would like to advise all that the our Annual General Meeting will take place on Sunday October 13th at 7pm at the Lara Community Centre on Waverly Road Lara. All positions will be vacated & we will elect a new committee. For more info contact Jason on 0417306327