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Mini BallJunior basketball for U10 to U13 on the North Shore
A fun, structured start to team basketball in the Norths competition, with weekly training and a dedicated YSA coach.
- Age groups
- U10, U12 and U13, boys and girls aged 8 to 12
- Competition
- Norths Basketball Competition
- Games
- Fridays and Saturdays, five venues on the Lower North Shore
- Divisions
- 1, 2, 3 and 4
- Next season
- 2027 Autumn, 4 Feb to 10 Apr, 9 round regular season
Why Mini Ball works
Norths is one of Sydney's premier leagues for junior athletes, and the competition caters for every skill level, from beginners to experienced players looking to sharpen their game.
Players are placed in a fixed team for the season, train together every week and play games with a dedicated coach. The focus is on growth, teamwork and consistency.
What players get
- Weekly team training with experienced YSA coaches
- A fun, structured game day in a supportive team culture
- The right division for their level, so they can grow and enjoy it
- A proper first step into the Norths pathway
Mini Ball questions
Who can play Mini Ball?
Boys and girls aged 8 to 12, in U10, U12 and U13 teams. All skill levels are welcome, from beginners to experienced players.
When and where are Mini Ball games?
Games are held on Fridays and Saturdays across five venues on the Lower North Shore as part of the Norths Basketball Competition.
What does the Mini Ball fee include?
The Games and Training fee includes the $238 Norths Team Registration, which covers court hire, referees and competition costs. Players train weekly with a dedicated YSA coach.
Get on the court
Pick a class that suits your player, book online, and come and train with us.
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