Westside Suns Basketball Club
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Westside Suns Basketball Club offers engaging basketball programs for kids aged 3-18 in Melbourne's Inner-West, focusing on skill development and community competition.
- Lil' Suns (3-4 year olds): Beginner sessions building basic skills on Saturdays at 08:00-08:30am at Footscray City Primary School and Yarraville West Primary School.
- Junior Suns (5-8 year olds): Skill-focused training for beginners on Saturdays 08:30-09:30am or 09:30-10:30am at Footscray City Primary School and Yarraville West Primary School; includes new-starter pack with t-shirt and basketball.
- Game Ready & Competition: Teams across all age groups in Westgate Basketball Association domestic leagues for boys and girls; open registrations for 3x3 basketball (2013-2015 born).
- Membership: Easy online registration for programs and teams; over 650 participants enjoy skill-building and competitive play opportunities.
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| Activities : | Basketball |
| Gender : | Any |
| Days : | Undisclosed - Contact Organiser |
| Age Group : | 5 to 11, 12 to 17 |
| Level : | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
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