Clippers Development Academy
Elevate your game by joining the Clippers Development Academy. Designed for players committed to taking their game to the next level.
Sessions are to be run by some of our most experienced coaches with group sizes limited to ensure maximum individual development is achieved.
Further information on each program is listed below.
Rookies Academy
- Dates & Times
- Saturday’s 12pm – 1pm at Clippers Stadium
- Summer Rookies Schedule
- Click here to see full schedule for dates for our Winter Rookies Program
- Schedule
- Term 2, 2026 – 2nd May until 20th June 26
- Term 3, 2026 – 18th July until 29th August 26
- Program Cost
- $200 for 15 weeks
Winter 2026 Program
This program is designed for kids aged 11–13 who are new to basketball and want to strengthen their fundamental skills and understanding of the game before joining a competition team.
Run by our Coaching Coordinator, Wal Williams, the program spans 15 weeks, giving participants the opportunity to build their skills and knowledge. At the conclusion of the program, each player will be assessed to ensure they are ready to join a team in the Summer 2026/27 season.
Before registering, please contact our Competitions Coordinator, Deb Stingel, to confirm your child’s eligibility for this academy.
Contact Deb Stingel
0468 369 280
Emerging Academy
Dates & Time:
Session 1: TBC
Session 2: TBC
Program Cost:
$200 for a 12 session program
2025
If you play in our club competition and are looking for further training and development then the Emerging Academy is for you.
For boys and girls aged 12-16 with minimal to no representative experience but want to learn more advanced skills to take their game to the next level.
Each session is 90 minutes in length with 2 sessions per week. Open to both boys and girls with numbers limited to ensure maximum benefit for each player.
The Emerging Academy dates for 2025 to be confirmed.