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.
What to Expect at Your Kid's First Basketball Camp
2 September 2026
First time sending your kid to basketball camp? Here's what a typical day looks like, what to pack, how drop-off works and why most kids don't want to leave by day two.
Read more →Kids Basketball Coaching in Glebe & Ultimo: A Parent's Guide
26 August 2026
Looking for kids basketball coaching in Glebe or Ultimo? What's nearby, what to look for and how Inner Game at NCIE Redfern fits if you're on the city fringe.
Read more →How to Help a Shy Kid in Team Sports
19 August 2026
Your kid wants to play sport but they're nervous, quiet or overwhelmed in groups. A coach's guide to helping shy and sensitive kids find their confidence through basketball.
Read more →School Holiday Basketball Camps in Sydney: What to Look For
12 August 2026
A parent's guide to finding the right basketball camp in Sydney during school holidays. What makes a good camp, red flags to avoid and how to choose for your kid.
Read more →Kids Basketball Coaching in Erskineville & Newtown: A Parent's Guide
5 August 2026
Looking for kids basketball coaching in Erskineville or Newtown? What's available nearby, what to look for and how Inner Game at NCIE Redfern fits if you're on the inner west fringe.
Read more →Why Most Kids Plateau at Basketball by Age 12
29 July 2026
Your kid was improving every week, and then they stopped. Here's why most young basketball players hit a ceiling around age 12 and what actually breaks through it.
Read more →Private Basketball Coaching vs Group Classes: Which Is Right for Your Kid?
22 July 2026
Wondering whether your kid needs private 1-on-1 basketball coaching or group classes? Here's how to decide based on their age, confidence and goals.
Read more →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.
Read more →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.
Read more →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.
Read more →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.
Read more →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.
Read more →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.
Read more →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.
Read more →3x3 Basketball for Kids: Why It Builds Better Players Than 5v5
10 April 2026
More touches, more decisions and nowhere to hide. Why 3x3 builds better young players than 5v5, what the research says and how we use it at Inner Game.
Read more →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.
Read more →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.
Read more →Basketball Sizes by Age: What Size Should Your Kid Use?
17 February 2026
Size 3, 4, 5 or 6? A simple age-by-age guide for Australian parents based on Basketball NSW guidelines, plus what to look for before you buy.
Read more →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.
Read more →What Age Should Kids Start Basketball? A Coach's Honest Answer
1 February 2026
Coach James gives the honest answer on when kids are ready to start basketball: what training should look like at 5, 8 and 12 and how to tell it's time.
Read more →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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