CRAIGIEBURN BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION http://craigieburneagles.com.au Applications for Boys Team Coaching Positions VJBL 2016/17 Applications for Boys Team Coaching Positions VJBL 2016/17, applications are now invited for coaching positions of our boy s teams for the 2016/17 VJBL season. All applicants will be required to attend a panel interview. Applicants are required to provide the following information: 1. Coaching CV including prior coaching experience (basketball & otherwise) 2. Coaching qualifications and seminars attended 3. Other relevant information such as teaching experience 4. If not involved at Craigieburn at present, the names and contact details of two references 5. Age group & team preferences. If you are applying to coach your child s team, please specify the child & age group. Any queries can be made to Laura Janes on 0411 869 934 or comeandplay@craigieburneagles.com.au Applications DUE BY 15th August Please email application to comeandplay@craigieburneagles.com.au
CRAIGIEBURN BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION Applications for Boys Team Coaching Positions VJBL 2016/17 INTRODUCTION The Craigieburn Basketball Association Boys Championship Program strives to provide a culture and environment that creates a strong team bond between players and between the club, administrators, coaches and players, where enjoyment of the game comes through playing the game at the highest level. In 2017 the program will be built around a transparent curriculum (for players and coaches), focused on skill development, game performance and strength and conditioning programs. The appointment to all coaching positions is made subject to successful working with children and police checks. 2017 CHAMPIONSHIP SEASON Coaches are sought for the following championship teams for the 2017 championship season. Under 12 (2007-2006) 1st, 2nd and 3rd Under 14 (2005-2004) 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th Under 16 (2003-2002) 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th Under 18 (2001-2000) 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th The Boys Coaching Selection Panel will appoint up to two coaches for each team comprising 1. Head Coach: The Head Coach of each team will show leadership and mentoring capabilities and be responsible for the selection of players in consultation and collaboration with other relevant club officials taking into account individual player history and trials process. The Head Coach will work closely with the Association in the setting and agreeing of team goals, the establishment and implementation of skill development, game and performance for the team. The Head Coach will set individual goals for players within the team. The reporting line for the Head Coach is to the Administrator for all matters in relation to team. The Head Coach must report to the Administrator any non-attendance of trainings and/or games. This is to be done via email. The Head Coach must appoint a team manger by 30th October with details (name, mobile number and email address) to be provided to the Administrator. The Head Coach must conduct Sunday skills session every six (6) weeks for age group. These dates need to be provided by Sunday 30th October for the VJBL season
2. Assistant Coach: The Assistant Coach for each team will support the Head Coach in all aspects of coaching while developing their own coaching expertise. The Assistant Coaches reporting line is to the Head Coach. The Assistant Coach must report to the Head Coach any non-attendance of trainings and/or games. This is to be done via email. The Assistant Coach must attend Sunday skills session every six (6) weeks for age group. HEAD COACH Where two or more coaches of equal standing apply for the same position, preference may be given to the coach with a higher accreditation or a willingness to undertake such accreditation. Additionally, the selection panel as a deciding factor may use the continuity of a coach from a bottom age group to a top age group if it is deemed to be in the best interest of the players and the team. Key Selection Criteria For Head Coach 1. Prior experience coaching championship level players 2. Communication and interpersonal skills to be approachable and work assertively with players in the age group to deliver a clear, engaging and effective presentation within a training and game day forum. To communicate effectively with others including parents, peers and relevant basketball officials 3. Planning and organizing skills to determine goals, plan and prepare appropriate skills, drills, strategic plays and activities that meet the fitness and skill needs of individuals and the team during training sessions and games 4. Observation skills of individuals and groups to identify learning needs, and corrective strategies demonstrating a commitment to player and team development 5. Problem solving skills and techniques to identify and manage inappropriate behavior. To recognize and accommodate the needs and differences of individual players with varying ability levels in the same team 6. Team work skills to work effectively with players, parents and relevant basketball officials as the leader of the team. To consult with peers and other relevant club or external personnel on opportunities for ongoing development and improvement 7. Self management skills to manage time, seek feedback from relevant others, reflect on personal style and identify opportunities for improvement. To have the capacity and humility to accept the need to change in pursuit of improvement ASSISTANT COACH The Head Coach will be involved in the selection of the Assistant Coach for their team. Where two or more coaches of equal standing apply for the same position, preference may be given to the assistant coach with a higher accreditation or a willingness to undertake such accreditation.
Key Selection Criteria For Assistant Coach 1. Prior coaching experience as an assistant championship coach and/or domestic team coach 2. Communication and interpersonal skills to be approachable, work with the head coach and players in the age group to deliver a clear, engaging and effective presentation within a training and game day forum. To communicate effectively with others including parents, peers and relevant basketball officials Planning and organizing skills to support the head coach to determine goals, plan and prepare appropriate skills, drills, strategic plays and activities that meet the fitness and skill needs of individuals and the team during training sessions and games 3. Observation skills of individuals and groups to support the identification of learning needs And corrective strategies demonstrating a commitment to player development 4. Problem solving skills and techniques to support the identification and management of inappropriate behavior. To support the head coach in accommodating the needs and differences of individual players with varying ability levels in the same team 5. Team work skills to work effectively with the head coach, players, parents and relevant Basketball officials. To consult with the head coach, peers and other relevant club or external personnel on opportunities for ongoing development and improvement 6. Self management skills to manage time, seek feedback from the head coach and reflect on personal style and skills to identify opportunities for improvement.to have the capacity and humility to accept the need to change in pursuit of improvement. Codes Of Conduct The Craigieburn Basketball Association expect all players, parents, officials and coaches to abide by the code of conduct in place by our governing body Basketball Victoria. Failure to do so can see your place at the Craigieburn Eagles Basketball Association jeopardised. These codes of conduct can be found online through the Basketball Victoria website and Craigieburn Eagles website http://basketballvictoria.com.au/policies http://www.craigieburneagles.com.au/club_resources
2016/17 Craigieburn Eagles Tryout Dates Tuesday 11th October Thursday 13th October U/12 6:00pm - 7:30pm U/12 6:00pm - 7:30pm U/14 6:00pm - 7:30pm U/14 6:00pm - 7:30pm U/16 7:30pm - 9:00pm U/16 7:30pm - 9:00pm U/18 7:30pm - 9:00pm U/18 7:30pm - 9:00pm Friday 14th October Sunday 16th October U/12 Inter Club Game U/12 9:00am - 10:30am U/14 Inter Club Game U/14 10:30am - 12:00pm U/16 Inter Club Game U/16 12:00pm - 1:30pm U/18 Inter Club Game U/18 1:30pm - 3:00pm Sunday 6th November Sunday 13th November U/20 10:00am - 11:30am U/20 10:00am - 11:30am Teams to be announced online Sunday 16th October by 7:30pm and training to commence the following week.
APPLICATION FORM - Coaching Positions BOYS VJBL Name: Address: Telephone: Email: 1st Preference Position Age Group Team 2nd Preference Position Age Group Team 3rd Preference Position Age Group Team Head Coach/ Assistant Coach U12/U14/U16/U18 1st/2nd/3rd/4th/5th Head Coach/ Assistant Coach U12/U14/U16/U18 1st/2nd/3rd/4th/5th Head Coach/ Assistant Coach U12/U14/U16/U18 1st/2nd/3rd/4th/5th Training Preferences It is required that ALL Eagles VJBL teams train twice per week for a minimum of 1 hour per session. Session 1 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Sunday Session 2 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Sunday