Basketball Tips for Sydney Parents

Tips, insights and stories from the court. For parents and players who want to get the most out of basketball.

How to Keep Your Kid Active During School Holidays

15 July 2026

Practical ideas for keeping kids active during school holidays in Sydney. From basketball camps to backyard games, here's how to keep them moving without a battle.

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Basketball Drills Without a Defender: When They Actually Work

8 July 2026

Cone drills and 1v0 work get a bad rap. Here's when practising without a defender is exactly right for your kid, and how to layer in pressure so the skill survives game day.

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How to Choose a Basketball Coach for Your Kid in Sydney

14 April 2026

A parent's guide to finding the right basketball coach in Sydney. What to look for, what to avoid and the questions worth asking before you sign up.

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Kids Basketball Coaching in Alexandria: A Parent's Guide

10 April 2026

Looking for kids basketball coaching in Alexandria? What's available, what the Comets cover (and don't), where Inner Game fits in and why local families are making the short trip to NCIE Redfern.

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Kids Basketball Coaching in Surry Hills: A Parent's Guide

10 April 2026

Looking for kids basketball coaching in Surry Hills? What's available locally, why NCIE Redfern is a 5-minute walk and where Inner Game fits in for families in the area.

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Kids Basketball Coaching in Waterloo & Zetland: A Parent's Guide

10 April 2026

Looking for kids basketball coaching in Waterloo or Zetland? What's available for families in the Green Square corridor, where Inner Game fits in and why NCIE Redfern is closer than you think.

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The Part of Basketball No One Talks About

10 April 2026

Some kids float through sessions. Others feel too much. Most coaches just say 'focus.' Here's what's actually going on and what brings them back.

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Why 3x3 Basketball Builds Better Players Than 5v5 Ever Could

10 April 2026

The science behind 3x3 basketball for youth development: more touches, more decisions, more growth. How small-sided games build complete players from the inside out.

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Why Your Kid Looks Great in Drills But Freezes in Games

10 April 2026

Your child nails every drill in practice then freezes on game day. It's not a confidence problem. It's how they're being trained. Here's what actually works.

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Kids Basketball Coaching in Redfern: A Parent's Guide

9 April 2026

Looking for kids basketball coaching in Redfern? Everything you need to know about venues, age groups, what to look for and where Inner Game fits in for local families.

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What Size Basketball Should I Get My Kid?

17 February 2026

Not sure which basketball to buy? Here's a simple guide based on Basketball NSW guidelines. The right size for your child's age and what to look for.

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Girls Basketball Camps Sydney — What to Look For

10 February 2026

Not all basketball camps are created equal. Here's what Sydney parents should look for when choosing a camp for their daughter.

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What Age Should My Daughter Start Basketball Training?

1 February 2026

Thinking about basketball for your daughter? Here's an honest guide to when she's ready — and what to look for at each age.

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Why Girls Quit Basketball (And How to Keep Them Playing)

20 January 2026

Research shows girls drop out of sport at twice the rate of boys by age 15. Here's why it happens and what parents can do about it.

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