Development Squad

The Hawthorn Junior Magic Development Squad is an invitational program for players approximately 9-10 years of age who play in the Hawthorn Basketball Association’s Domestic Competition.

The program is a skills development & pathway program designed to support and complement players weekly domestic club training.

Players are exposed to Hawthorn Magic coaches who run sessions that incorporate competitive skills training and game tactical awareness.  The program is an excellent opportunity for the coaching staff and the players to be exposed to each other and enable greater opportunities for the players to develop their own confidence and basketball skills under the guidance of our experienced Magic coaching team.

Selection is based on a players development qualities, character to compete, athletic ability, and basketball skills. Players are identified either by their Domestic Club and/or Magic’s talent scout coaches who attend games throughout the HBA.

2019 Hawthorn Magic Development Squad

10 week program (including tournament play) – 60 minute sessions

Program commences Sunday 14th July @ Boroondara Sports Complex (271C Belmore Road, Balwyn North)

Girls Sessions (two sessions) – 1pm and 2pm

Boys Sessions (two sessions) – 3pm and 4pm

Program Costs

$250 includes a Development Squad singlet, pair of shoes, and tournament costs.

For further information about the Hawthorn Junior Magic Development Squad Program and pathway please contact:

Luke Lehmann
Hawthorn Magic Administrator
magic@hawthornbasketball.com.au