STBL/Basketball Hobart Discussion Paper Summary SBL & BHJ review for club discussion Oct/Nov 12
As a result of the Southern Tasmanian Basketball League (STBL) be part of the solution not part of the problem forum [note this was an open forum to the basketball fraternity in Southern Tasmania in July 2011], a discussion paper was formulated. From this forum, a team of representatives from across the following associations including: STBL SBL BHJ Hobart Chargers have been meeting on a regular basis to develop and take on a pro-active role in delivering reforms for the development of Basketball in Southern Tasmania. In the original forum, the STBL were given a mandate to initiate and provide a paper that would investigate changes to the current structure of Basketball in Southern Tasmania both in its physical and financial modelling. The team have been involved in discussions around a comprehensive restructure of Basketball at the administrative and organisational level. From these discussions it is proposed that STBL be rebadged as Basketball Hobart. From the development of Basketball Hobart will evolve major reform to flow down through all levels of Basketball in the south. The representatives from STBL, SBL, BHJ and Hobart Chargers are providing advice as to the ongoing development and implementation of the proposed reforms over which they have jurisdiction.
Basketball Hobart Council BASKETBALL HOBART B.O.M Basketball Hobart Juniors Southern Basketball League Hobart Chargers Cavaliers Dominoes Grenadiers Kingston Kings New Norfolk Phoenix Revellers Southern Breakers Wellington Clarence Grenadiers Kingston Kings Phoenix Breakers Wellington
Why Restructure Unanimous agreement by Basketball Community in Sep 2011 for a single entity Requirement of State and Local Govt to have a united entity. To Improve sporting outcomes for players, officials & administrators ( Academy ) To provide opportunities for development across the sport To improve the strategic direction and governance of basketball To provide professional Administration support (GM & Assistants) To grow the sport - ASC & BA desire to increase participation Rates through additional funding. Is Elitism a limiting factor in growing the sport? To grow the sport by creating 4 centres of major Basketball Activity- Eastern, Western, Northern, Southern To develop at least one central home, with 4 courts & a Show Court, for Basketball. To increase volunteer support - limited but not necessarily venue limited To provide common branding of Regional teams eg of this are U12 & U14 in Chargers colours at recent National U14 Club in Adelaide and Perth. To Maintain two teams in SEABL
Outcomes to Date STBL established a WTFH committee (Kevin, Glenn, Tim) and other representatives WTFH morphed into BHWG BHWG constituted to transition to BH BH business name registered BH Bank account opened BHC Constitution being developed to replace STBL Constitution Academy Paper developed TV awareness campaign on Southern cross TV Foundation membership package and brochure has been developed to generate $100,000 Grant for up to $80,000 from SRT being developed U12 & U14 Regional teams in Regional Uniforms as the Chargers Funding models for SBL, BHJ, Chargers and STBL are being developed A review of branding is currently taking place BHJ developed to provide a united single peak body for Junior Competition SBL continues and is encouraged to become the preeminent Senior Basketball competition in Tasmanian basketball. Revellers Association developed to provide Northern basketball development opportunities Strategic Plan developed and agreed to by BHWG Chargers imports contracted to work in Hobart for the Southern Region. Coaching level accreditation Induction for Chargers Imports agreed upon BHWG has secured stewardship of Stadium development Discussions ongoing with GCC re stadium development in Glenorchy BHWG continues to work with NFSRA Sponsorship opportunities are being considered with a major company
Basketball Hobart Basketball Hobart Strategy on a page Vision: To Community For Community By Community encapsulates the BH mission to develop basketball for all Southern Tasmanians regardless of gender/age/ability Values: Community Connected Unified Integrity Excellence Innovative Accessibility Pride Value Proposition Key Result Areas Key Resources For the Community Health Social Entertainment Quality experience Pride For the Basketball Community Unified Representative Sense of ownership/engagement Accessibility to Members Competitions For the Players & Officials Participation pathways Development pathways For the Volunteers Satisfaction & Pride Stake in Outcomes For the Sponsors Joy of Giving Win-Win partnerships Innovation Growth For the Media Great sport Large family base Positive image Key Stakeholders Community Government Hobart Chargers SBL BHJ Sponsors & Media Community Engagement 1. Develop and actively promote the Basketball brand 2. Develop & promulgate the Basketball culture with active engagement and integrity 3. Build an effective relationship with the community and media Corporate/Government Engagement 4. Active recognition of our Government & Business partners 5. Unified and active approach for a new home for basketball in Southern Tasmania 6. Speak with one voice regarding basketball in Southern Tasmania Administration 7. Development & Implementation of Basketball Hobart (BH) 8. Maintain a financially viable and profitable BH, maximising revenue streams 9. Implement a Basketball Academy Program to complement Basketball Tasmania Programs 10. Appoint a full time General Manager and Administrative Officer 11. Develop a five year Strategic Plan 12. Examine and adopt best practice from other successful organisations Participation 13. Strive for success in every aspect of the Basketball Hobart organisation 14. Increase participation numbers in Basketball in Southern Tasmania 15. Maintain senior, junior, social and SEABL programs for Male & Female members 16. Promote clear pathways for players, coaches, officials to progress to elite level 17. Development of Academy programs for Basketball Hobart members 18. Active recruitment and fostering of players, officials, referees, volunteers 19. Maintain connections with past basketball community members Strategic Priorities 20. Create and Leverage membership database 21. People and Facilities 22. Inclusive Competitions 23. Co-operation & good governance Customer Segments Basketball Community Hobart Chargers Seniors Juniors Prospective Corporates Basketball Community Board General Manager/Administrative Officer Members Chargers Brand Community Volunteers Cost Structure Administration Program Delivery Facility Development Community Programs Revenue Streams Membership Sponsorship SBL & BHJ Clubs Merchandising Grants
Proposed Fees for BHJ season 2013 Registration to increase to $6 per player (unchanged in last 5 years) Membership fee introduction of $20 per player BHJ Junior assoc. contribution towards proposed BH administration Membership fee to increase by $5 per player each year up until 2017 capped at $40/player
Financial Benefits for BHJ Roster Development by BH admin BHJ Registration process managed by BH admin 1 entry ticket into Chargers game $7 BH promote BHJ to business/sponsors GM/Operations Manager KPI s to have indicator/s that have a positive impact on BHJ Management of Chargers interstate & overseas imports for utilisation by BHJ clubs BHJ to have input into the development of the BH administration staff s position descriptions BH staff member attend BHJ meetings
BHJ fee structure for 2013 Player Registration to STBL $6 has been $3 for last 5 years BH Membership fee $20/player for discussion & approval by club delegates Game fee $50/game - covers NFSRA court hire and referees & other incidental overheads Areas identified to reduce costs/increase external funding Remove $2 for representative uniform replacement based on decision to send club teams to State C Ships no future uniform replacement or entry fees Review $50 game fee NFSRA court will increase in line with CPI amount to be announced after their Nov board meeting, so may impact on reducing game fee Corporate sponsorship BH administration to assist If Chargers import engaged through BHJ money raised from camps/skill sessions etc Cheques sent to GHBA State representatives
Proposed Fees for SBL season 2013 Registration to increase to $6 per player (unchanged in last 5 years) Membership fee introduction of $30 per player SBL Senior assoc. contribution towards proposed BH administration Membership fee to increase by $5 per player each year up until 2017 capped at $50/player ( Estimated at $7500 for 2013 ) Fees can be collected in a variety of ways- be creative with funding models. Fees can be offset in a number of ways-be creative with funding models NB that the NWBU charge $6 Game entry fee
Financial Benefits for SBL Roster Development by BH admin SBL Registration process managed by BH admin 1 entry ticket into Chargers game $15 BH promote SBL to business/sponsors GM/Operations Manager KPI s to have indicator/s that have a positive impact on SBL Management of Chargers interstate & overseas imports for utilisation by SBL clubs SBL to have input into the development of the BH administration staff s position descriptions BH staff member attend SBL meetings
SBL fee structure for 2013 Player Registration to STBL $6 has been $3 for last 5 years BH Membership fee $30/player for discussion & approval by club delegates SBL Block purchase 6 Chargers imports to assist struggling clubs Game fee $XX/game - covers Kingston & Warrane court hire and referees & other incidental overheads Consider Game entry fee Consider Clubs Corporate sponsorship BH administration to assist Consider Grants applications If Chargers import engaged through SBL money raised from sponsors, skill sessions etc
Chargers Import Engagement Available for 10 hours/week $6k for season for each Import ( 3 Female 3 Male ) 24-30 weeks depending on Chargers finals Import can play SBL & train with club (3hrs/week) Remainder 7 hours/week for basketball related purposes: Coaching teams Coach development Club clinics/camps 1 on 1 personal coaching Promotional events/trophy nights etc Any other activity Ensure Import is either cost neutral or club make money Chargers import engaged by SBL/BHJ to work across association/teams
Chargers Import Engagement Additional Supplementary Possibilities Available for a further 5 hours/week $3k for season for each Import ( 3 Female 3 Male ) 24-30 weeks depending on Chargers finals Import can work as development officer with a club Coaching teams Coach development Club clinics/camps 1 on 1 personal coaching Promotional events/trophy nights etc. Any other activity Ensure Import is either cost neutral or club make money