Offaly Primary Schools Tournament Winners 2019
Roscommon Primary Schools Mini Basketball Finals 2019
“Mól na óige agus tiocfaidh siad” is a phrase that most aptly describes the experiences felt by parents, children and supporters alike after the Roscommon Primary School Basketball county final’s evening that was held in the Hub, Castlerea recently.
Since January, teams from various schools the length and breadth of Co. Roscommon have participated in 10 blitz days where they developed new skills, represented their school and enjoyed the excitement that playing basketball brings.
The table toppers in each group faced into tough and skillful opponents in the semi finals before 107 teams finally became 10 and the scene was set for the finals which were played in front of a large crowd.
Ruth Kelly and Erica Feely, both primary school teachers, who set up this league last year, were thrilled with the progress that the children have made and are delighted to give children from 3rd-6th the opportunity to play basketball, some for the first time. They believe the finals evening brought together a wealth of young and emerging talent which will continue to develop next year. These children are a credit to their schools and their parish. The future of basketball is bright in Roscommon
We would like to thank the referee’s, teachers and local facilities for their help in making this competition a reality
2 teacher mixed:
Aughrim NS played Drumboylan NS in the mixed two teacher school final, having overcome Grange NS and Clooneyquin NS in their semi finals respectively. This was a great game played in high spirits and remained a tight evenly matched game throughout, with Aughrim pulling away in the final quarter taking the honours for their school for the first time
3rd and 4th Class Boys:
Dangan and Croghan took to the court in a fast paced, exciting final where both teams showcased emerging skill, talent and determination. Dangan NS linked well together to create fast break opportunities and good layups whilst Croghan NS responded with excellent passing and teamwork. Dangan took the first of the honours for their school despite a gallant effort from Croghan NS
3rd and 4th Class Girls:
Whitehall NS played Scoil na nAingeal Naofa in a thrilling battle between two super teams. The Boyle girls raced into an early lead, linking together with some fine passing. However, the Whitehall girls displayed great determination and teamwork to get their scores. Boyle held on to take victory.
5th and 6th Class Girls:
Scoil na nAingeal Naofa, Boyle played Roxboro NS in the finest display of girls basketball witnessed in Roscommon this year. This was a nailbiting, edge of your seat game with Roxboro NS racing into a deserved early lead and continuing to hold their lead despite intense pressure and resilience from the Boyle girls. Boyle edged close in the final quarter and brought it back to a one point game with seconds to go. With one last chance the Boyle girls pushed forward and shot on the final buzzer to sneak victory by a solitary point. The scenes of devastation from Roxboro mixed with exhilaration from Boyle were palpable by all present.
5th and 6th Class Boys:
Dangan NS faced St.Pauls Castlerea in a high scoring game which exuberated skill and talent as these boys shot three pointers, drove to the basket and set up screens to free up players. Many of the players from both teams play club basketball and it is testament to the work being done at both at club and school level to see the skillset on display during this game. Castlerea, who were missing two key players ran Dangan very close, however it was the Kilmore based school who took the victory
Dublin Primary Schools Mini Basketball Finals 2018
Pi c 1Rathdown JNS driving for the basket with Loreto Rathfarnham in hot pursuit
Pic 2 St Colmcille’s Knocklyon driving for the basket with Scoil Áine Raheny in pursuit.
Pic 3 Mother Mary of Hope SNS Littleplace protecting the ball from Scoil Treasa Firhouse.
Pic 4 Pope John Paul Malahide drive past St Mary’s Donnybrook.
Dublin Primary Schools’ Mini-Basketball 2018 League Finals
and Mini 3on3
When completed, 109 Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball teams will have taken part in a Mini 3on3 Tournament and 38 League Finals in the National Basketball Arena.
Primary Schools Mini 3on3 is based on the adult 3x3 game. Teams consist of 6 players and equal emphasis is placed on playing, refereeing and table officiating.
In the League, 76 school teams were clustered in local groups and played one another. They were then ranked 1, 2, 3 etc. in their cluster. The Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball Board then paired 1s, 2s, 3s etc. for Finals in the National Basketball Arena.
In all 1,110 children are playing in the League while 76 children are officiating.
The League Finals use the 4 v 4 format with teams of 12 and 6 Periods. All children participate in two Periods. This format encourages more fundamental movement learning opportunities. All children are awarded a League participation medal and the winning schools are presented with a trophy. Two children from each school act as scorekeepers and timekeepers. The Dublin Officials Association is providing referees, and Commissioners oversee the event each day. Over 2,000 supporters enjoy the League Finals – most visiting the Arena for the first time.
This educational approach to sport and physical activity is very much in keeping with the Primary School PE Curriculum and the newly published National Sports Policy.
The ethos of Mini-Basketball is defined in the Primary Schools Mini Basketball brochure as
“enabling children to learn, play and enjoy basketball in a supportive environment”.
Furthermore, the brochure goes on to emphasise the “importance of age appropriate fundamental movement and basketball skills development” while avoiding the “negative aspects of competition for children”. Samples of negative aspects outlined in the brochure include; playing the best players only, complex tactics, early elimination structures and trying to win matches at the expense of player development”.
The brochure, teaching videos, the Mini3on3 booklet, Rules, Scoresheet & Guidelines – can all be downloaded from www.primaryschoolsminibasketballireland.com
The Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball Board offers appropriate learning opportunities to participate in Leagues, Just Play events, A and B Tournaments and Mini 3on3, to every school in Dublin.
Contact Patricia on dublinprimarybball@gmail.com for further informati
and Mini 3on3
When completed, 109 Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball teams will have taken part in a Mini 3on3 Tournament and 38 League Finals in the National Basketball Arena.
Primary Schools Mini 3on3 is based on the adult 3x3 game. Teams consist of 6 players and equal emphasis is placed on playing, refereeing and table officiating.
In the League, 76 school teams were clustered in local groups and played one another. They were then ranked 1, 2, 3 etc. in their cluster. The Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball Board then paired 1s, 2s, 3s etc. for Finals in the National Basketball Arena.
In all 1,110 children are playing in the League while 76 children are officiating.
The League Finals use the 4 v 4 format with teams of 12 and 6 Periods. All children participate in two Periods. This format encourages more fundamental movement learning opportunities. All children are awarded a League participation medal and the winning schools are presented with a trophy. Two children from each school act as scorekeepers and timekeepers. The Dublin Officials Association is providing referees, and Commissioners oversee the event each day. Over 2,000 supporters enjoy the League Finals – most visiting the Arena for the first time.
This educational approach to sport and physical activity is very much in keeping with the Primary School PE Curriculum and the newly published National Sports Policy.
The ethos of Mini-Basketball is defined in the Primary Schools Mini Basketball brochure as
“enabling children to learn, play and enjoy basketball in a supportive environment”.
Furthermore, the brochure goes on to emphasise the “importance of age appropriate fundamental movement and basketball skills development” while avoiding the “negative aspects of competition for children”. Samples of negative aspects outlined in the brochure include; playing the best players only, complex tactics, early elimination structures and trying to win matches at the expense of player development”.
The brochure, teaching videos, the Mini3on3 booklet, Rules, Scoresheet & Guidelines – can all be downloaded from www.primaryschoolsminibasketballireland.com
The Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball Board offers appropriate learning opportunities to participate in Leagues, Just Play events, A and B Tournaments and Mini 3on3, to every school in Dublin.
Contact Patricia on dublinprimarybball@gmail.com for further informati
Dublin Mini-Basketball AGM 2018
Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball Board
Report to the AGM 13/9/18
Committee:
The outgoing Committee were deemed elected at the 2017 AGM including Noel Keating Chairperson/Secretary, Catherine Leahy Treasurer, Tomás Ó Dúlaing, Carmel Murphy, Des Morris, and Bernadette O’Donovan. Catherine Morrissey agreed to join the Board also. Catríona Ni Chathasaigh served as League and Tournaments Organiser.
Ethos:
The ethos of Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball is deeply rooted in the PE Programme of the Primary School Curriculum and current best practice in Primary School Sport due to the fact that Board activities are organized by primary teachers for children attending primary schools and also because our League finals and all our Tournaments take place during school hours.
The Primary School PE Curriculum states that extra-curricular programmes that involve competitive activities “should always reflect the aims and objectives of the physical education programme” (Primary PE Curriculum Page 7)
Page 3 of the Primary School Curriculum – Physical Education Guidelines, list the following considerations when implementing a programme of physical education;
The wide range of Dublin Board programmes try to follow the recommendations of the Curriculum by:
Leagues:
70 teams were clustered in groups of no more than four schools and played one another once. They were then ranked 1, 2, 3 etc. in their cluster. The Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball Board then paired 1s, 2s, 3s etc. for Finals. The 35 Finals took place in the National Basketball Arena in December. Each school team brought two table officials and schools were sent a child-friendly scoresheet with guidelines in advance. In all over 700 children played and over 120 children officiated. All children were awarded a League participation medal and the winning schools were presented with a trophy. Over 1,200 supporters enjoyed the occasion – most visiting the Arena for the first time. This imaginative approach is in keeping with the ethos of Primary Schools Mini-Basketball as outlined above and also in the PSMNC brochure which can be downloaded from the primary schools website http://www.primaryschoolsminibasketballireland.com
Tournaments:
A record 167 entered 21 Tournaments which is a 27% increase on last year
In keeping with the ethos of Primary Schools Mini-Basketball, the Dublin Board organised a range of participation options including:
This unique approach ensures that Primary Schools Mini-Basketball is in keeping with the ethos of the Primary Schools Curriculum and best practice in Children’s Sport.
Courses for Teachers in Primary Schools Mini-Basketball:
A highly successful Department of Education and Skills Summer course with EPV days was held in the Oblate hall Inchicore. It was conducted by Vincent O’Keeffe with Aileen Ryan St Mary’s BNS Haddington Road conducting the session on Maths and Literacy through Mini-Basketball.
The Board also ran a one-day Certification Course which was tailor-made for the needs of primary teachers. Another course is planned for Sunday October 21st in Ballyroan BNS.
Partnerships with Local Sports Partnerships:
Relationship with Basketball Ireland (BI):
The Board affiliated to BI for the 2017/18 season. Insurance was covered by BI and the Arena was made available free at off- peak hours for many Tournaments. A Primary Schools Mini-Basketball National Committee (PSMNC) was chaired by Richie O ‘Mahoney from Offaly with Séan Ó Mairtín Monaghan serving as Treasurer. Tomás Ó Dúlaing from the Dublin Board was the PSMNC nominee on the Council. BI National Development officer Jason Killeen has visited a number of Dublin Schools as part of the Active Schools Flag initiative. Jason also coordinated the Mini3on3 Tournaments.
Dedicated Primary Schools Mini-Basketball website:
The attention of teachers is drawn to the dedicated Primary Schools Mini-Basketball website which has a special section on Dublin activities. Resource materials including teaching videos can also be downloaded. http://www.primaryschoolsminibasketballireland.com
Appreciation:
The Board wishes to acknowledge the following who provided halls; the National Basketball Arena, the Oblate Hall Inchicore, Coláiste Éanna Rathfarnham, Ballyfermot Sports and Fitness Centre, St Luke’s Tyrrellstown, Teresian School Donnybrook and the Loughlinstown Leisure Centre. We also acknowledge support from the Basketball Ireland Women in Sport fund, the Dublin City Sport & Wellbeing Partnership, South Dublin Sports Partnership and the Dun Laoghaire Sports Partnership, the Dublin Officials Organisation and our excellent Commissioners.
Finally, without the extraordinary dedication of Catríona Ni Chathasaigh the League and Tournaments would not have been possible. We are also indebted to our Treasurer for ensuring that all monies are carefully managed and accounted for.
In conclusion:
35 teams entered our first programme in May2010 and this has increased to 237 teams entering our 2017/18 programmes. We believe our teacher-led approach is in keeping with the ethos of the Primary Schools Curriculum, best practice in children’s sport and the recently published Government Sports Policy.
dublinprimarybball@gmail.com
Report to the AGM 13/9/18
Committee:
The outgoing Committee were deemed elected at the 2017 AGM including Noel Keating Chairperson/Secretary, Catherine Leahy Treasurer, Tomás Ó Dúlaing, Carmel Murphy, Des Morris, and Bernadette O’Donovan. Catherine Morrissey agreed to join the Board also. Catríona Ni Chathasaigh served as League and Tournaments Organiser.
Ethos:
The ethos of Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball is deeply rooted in the PE Programme of the Primary School Curriculum and current best practice in Primary School Sport due to the fact that Board activities are organized by primary teachers for children attending primary schools and also because our League finals and all our Tournaments take place during school hours.
The Primary School PE Curriculum states that extra-curricular programmes that involve competitive activities “should always reflect the aims and objectives of the physical education programme” (Primary PE Curriculum Page 7)
Page 3 of the Primary School Curriculum – Physical Education Guidelines, list the following considerations when implementing a programme of physical education;
- Maximum participation by all children,
- Providing opportunities for achievement for each child,
- The development of skills and understanding,
- The importance of enjoyment and play,
- A balance between competitive and non-competitive activities,
- A balance between contact and non-contact activities,
- Providing activities equally suitable for girls and boys.
The wide range of Dublin Board programmes try to follow the recommendations of the Curriculum by:
- Ensuring that any school who wishes to participate, can do so in an event which creates learning opportunities for the children in their school,
- Ensuring that all children play and that all play for the same length of time,
- Including opportunities for schools to rotate players so that as many children as possible are given the opportunity to participate,
- Avoiding elimination rounds where school teams are knocked out early and participation by some children is limited to the best,
- Emphasising the importance of learning fundamental motor and sports skills in a supportive environment,
- Supporting an understanding of and positive attitude towards sport and physical activity.
Leagues:
70 teams were clustered in groups of no more than four schools and played one another once. They were then ranked 1, 2, 3 etc. in their cluster. The Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball Board then paired 1s, 2s, 3s etc. for Finals. The 35 Finals took place in the National Basketball Arena in December. Each school team brought two table officials and schools were sent a child-friendly scoresheet with guidelines in advance. In all over 700 children played and over 120 children officiated. All children were awarded a League participation medal and the winning schools were presented with a trophy. Over 1,200 supporters enjoyed the occasion – most visiting the Arena for the first time. This imaginative approach is in keeping with the ethos of Primary Schools Mini-Basketball as outlined above and also in the PSMNC brochure which can be downloaded from the primary schools website http://www.primaryschoolsminibasketballireland.com
Tournaments:
A record 167 entered 21 Tournaments which is a 27% increase on last year
In keeping with the ethos of Primary Schools Mini-Basketball, the Dublin Board organised a range of participation options including:
- ‘Just Play Mini-Basketball’ – where the children play with referees but scores are not kept and there are no winners.
- Junior Tournaments for 5th class and under.
- Senior A Tournaments for schools with two or more club players and for schools which seek a higher level of standard.
- Senior B Tournaments where schools can play no more than one club player per match.
- Mini3on3 which involved teams of 6, with 3 playing and the other 3 experiencing scoring and time-keeping duties. Mini 3on3 provides excellent learning outcomes in playing, refereeing and table officiating and is very much in keeping with the Understanding and Appreciation of Games Strand Unit of the PE Curriculum.
- Urban Hoops which is a programme specifically aimed at DEIS schools which were recruited by Board member Carmel Murphy and managed by the BI National Development Officer and US Scholars.
This unique approach ensures that Primary Schools Mini-Basketball is in keeping with the ethos of the Primary Schools Curriculum and best practice in Children’s Sport.
Courses for Teachers in Primary Schools Mini-Basketball:
A highly successful Department of Education and Skills Summer course with EPV days was held in the Oblate hall Inchicore. It was conducted by Vincent O’Keeffe with Aileen Ryan St Mary’s BNS Haddington Road conducting the session on Maths and Literacy through Mini-Basketball.
The Board also ran a one-day Certification Course which was tailor-made for the needs of primary teachers. Another course is planned for Sunday October 21st in Ballyroan BNS.
Partnerships with Local Sports Partnerships:
- Dublin City Sports and Wellbeing Partnership (DCSWP) and the Board entered into an agreement which involved two approaches to supporting primary school teachers in the DCSWP area, who committed to engaging with the activities of the Board. The DCSWP invited schools in their catchment area to participate. Schools who already participate were offered a mentoring visit aimed at supporting their teaching of Mini-Basketball in both the PE lesson and as an extra-curricular activity. Two schools who had never before participated in Board activities also took part in a specially organised Tournament which include a skills learning element.
- Dublin South County Sports Partnership also supported mentoring visits for schools in their catchment area which were taking part in Tournaments, with a view to supporting and empowering teachers to provide a better learning experience for the children.
- A similar programme was supported by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Sports Partnership.
Relationship with Basketball Ireland (BI):
The Board affiliated to BI for the 2017/18 season. Insurance was covered by BI and the Arena was made available free at off- peak hours for many Tournaments. A Primary Schools Mini-Basketball National Committee (PSMNC) was chaired by Richie O ‘Mahoney from Offaly with Séan Ó Mairtín Monaghan serving as Treasurer. Tomás Ó Dúlaing from the Dublin Board was the PSMNC nominee on the Council. BI National Development officer Jason Killeen has visited a number of Dublin Schools as part of the Active Schools Flag initiative. Jason also coordinated the Mini3on3 Tournaments.
Dedicated Primary Schools Mini-Basketball website:
The attention of teachers is drawn to the dedicated Primary Schools Mini-Basketball website which has a special section on Dublin activities. Resource materials including teaching videos can also be downloaded. http://www.primaryschoolsminibasketballireland.com
Appreciation:
The Board wishes to acknowledge the following who provided halls; the National Basketball Arena, the Oblate Hall Inchicore, Coláiste Éanna Rathfarnham, Ballyfermot Sports and Fitness Centre, St Luke’s Tyrrellstown, Teresian School Donnybrook and the Loughlinstown Leisure Centre. We also acknowledge support from the Basketball Ireland Women in Sport fund, the Dublin City Sport & Wellbeing Partnership, South Dublin Sports Partnership and the Dun Laoghaire Sports Partnership, the Dublin Officials Organisation and our excellent Commissioners.
Finally, without the extraordinary dedication of Catríona Ni Chathasaigh the League and Tournaments would not have been possible. We are also indebted to our Treasurer for ensuring that all monies are carefully managed and accounted for.
In conclusion:
35 teams entered our first programme in May2010 and this has increased to 237 teams entering our 2017/18 programmes. We believe our teacher-led approach is in keeping with the ethos of the Primary Schools Curriculum, best practice in children’s sport and the recently published Government Sports Policy.
dublinprimarybball@gmail.com
Summer Courses 2018.
There are 4 summer courses on Primary School Mini Basketball advertised through the following Education Centres: Dublin West, Navan, Carrick on Shannon ( Roscommon Venue) and Cork. Please contact the Education Centres directly to make booking.
Development of Fundamental Movement through the Game of Mini-Basketball Supported by the Basketball Ireland Primary Schools Mini-Basketball Programme and sanctioned by the DES, this course aims to provide teachers with all the skills necessary to teach MiniBasketball during the PE class, and coach extracurricular groups and teams. Teachers will get a wide variety of practical ideas which will be suitable for the Games, Gymnastics and Athletics strands of the PE Curriculum. There will also be a session on developing literacy and numeracy skills though the game of Mini-Basketball.. Dates: 2 - 6 July 2018 Time: 09.30 – 14.00 Venue: Oblate Hall, Inchicore, Dublin 8 Fee: €60
WICKLOW PRIMARY SCHOOLS MNI BASKETBALL BLITZ
60 children attended the inaugural Wicklow Primary schools Mini-Basketball Tournament
There was great excitement in the Shoreline Leisure Centre Greystones on Thursday April 12th as 60 children took part in the inaugural Wicklow Primary Schools mini-Basketball Tournament.
Event Commissioner and Basketball Ireland Development Officer Jason Killeen conducted a skills session for all and then schools played Mini-Basketball with all getting equal opportunities to learn play and enjoy the game.
Local referees Mick Larkin and Dave Mc Cann officiated.
Prior to the event teachers participated in a Workshop conducted by Vinny O’Keefe where they were introduced to the skills of Mini-Basketball and activities suitable for the PE lesson and participation in Tournaments.
The Wicklow Primary Schools Mini-Basketball programme has been developed by the Wicklow Sports Partnership in association with the Primary Schools Mini-Basketball National Committee, with the Dublin Board facilitating on an out-reach basis.
For further information contact Denise O Shea Wicklow Sports partnership on email DOShea@wicklowcoco.ie
There was great excitement in the Shoreline Leisure Centre Greystones on Thursday April 12th as 60 children took part in the inaugural Wicklow Primary Schools mini-Basketball Tournament.
Event Commissioner and Basketball Ireland Development Officer Jason Killeen conducted a skills session for all and then schools played Mini-Basketball with all getting equal opportunities to learn play and enjoy the game.
Local referees Mick Larkin and Dave Mc Cann officiated.
Prior to the event teachers participated in a Workshop conducted by Vinny O’Keefe where they were introduced to the skills of Mini-Basketball and activities suitable for the PE lesson and participation in Tournaments.
The Wicklow Primary Schools Mini-Basketball programme has been developed by the Wicklow Sports Partnership in association with the Primary Schools Mini-Basketball National Committee, with the Dublin Board facilitating on an out-reach basis.
For further information contact Denise O Shea Wicklow Sports partnership on email DOShea@wicklowcoco.ie
We now have included a pdf document detailing the lesson taught in each of the videos on mini basketball available on the dedicated page on this website. Here is the pdf link:
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Notes from Dublin Mini which may be of interest nationwide
Colleagues,
31 Primary School Teams to play in the Mini3on3 Mini-Basketball Tournament
National Basketball Arena
Tuesday April 10 (9.30am to 2pm)
Primary Schools Mini 3on3 is based on the adult 3x3 game. However it differs in that teams consist of 6 players and equal emphasis is placed on playing, referring and table officiating. This educational approach is very much in keeping with the Understanding and Appreciation of Games Strand Unit in the Primary School PE Curriculum.
Mini3on3 encourages maximum participation as all children are involved in a learning and supportive environment and each basket can accommodate 12 players. The Mini3on3 brochure can be downloaded on https://www.primaryschoolsminibasketballireland.com
31 Dublin Primary school teams will play Mini3on3 in the National Basketball Arena on Tuesday April 10th.
The Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball Board is also pleased to announce a 27% increase in Tournament entries for 2018 bringing the total number of teams to 168.
The Board is managed by Primary Teachers and offers a wide range of programmes aimed at encouraging Primary School children to learn, play and enjoy basketball in a supportive and educational environment. The menu of opportunities range from Just Play where no scores are kept to A and B Tournaments where plaques are awarded to winners and runners-up. All children play the same amount of time and the same amount of games. The 6 period 4v4 system is used where all 12 players play in an on/off rotation.
In keeping with best practice, this avoids the negative aspects of competition for children such as; playing the best only, complex tactics, early elimination structures and trying to win matches at the expenses of player development. Winning schools do not proceed to regional and national events in Primary Schools Mini-Basketball.
For further information contact Catríona Ní Chathasaigh Email casey.catriona@gmail.com
31 Primary School Teams to play in the Mini3on3 Mini-Basketball Tournament
National Basketball Arena
Tuesday April 10 (9.30am to 2pm)
Primary Schools Mini 3on3 is based on the adult 3x3 game. However it differs in that teams consist of 6 players and equal emphasis is placed on playing, referring and table officiating. This educational approach is very much in keeping with the Understanding and Appreciation of Games Strand Unit in the Primary School PE Curriculum.
Mini3on3 encourages maximum participation as all children are involved in a learning and supportive environment and each basket can accommodate 12 players. The Mini3on3 brochure can be downloaded on https://www.primaryschoolsminibasketballireland.com
31 Dublin Primary school teams will play Mini3on3 in the National Basketball Arena on Tuesday April 10th.
The Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball Board is also pleased to announce a 27% increase in Tournament entries for 2018 bringing the total number of teams to 168.
The Board is managed by Primary Teachers and offers a wide range of programmes aimed at encouraging Primary School children to learn, play and enjoy basketball in a supportive and educational environment. The menu of opportunities range from Just Play where no scores are kept to A and B Tournaments where plaques are awarded to winners and runners-up. All children play the same amount of time and the same amount of games. The 6 period 4v4 system is used where all 12 players play in an on/off rotation.
In keeping with best practice, this avoids the negative aspects of competition for children such as; playing the best only, complex tactics, early elimination structures and trying to win matches at the expenses of player development. Winning schools do not proceed to regional and national events in Primary Schools Mini-Basketball.
For further information contact Catríona Ní Chathasaigh Email casey.catriona@gmail.com
Colleagues,
Following the success of the recent Mini-Basketball League and 32 League finals, we thought it timely to outline our plans for the remainder of the school year. There is no need to book now as we will be circulating entry forms later in the month.
With the exception of the Mini3on3, all Tournaments this year will be played in the 4v4 format. There are 12 players on each team. There are six periods and all children must play in two periods. This ensures better spacing, more passing with more children involved – all leading to better educational outcomes for the children.
Teachers will also be free to bring more than 12 children. This allows for different combinations of 12. Learning table officiating is a fundamental part of our approach and schools entering Tournaments must bring children to perform table duties
Our aim is to provide opportunities to learn, play and enjoy basketball in a supportive educational environment, in accordance with the principles of the PE Curriculum.
Mini3on3 Tournaments (before the Easter holidays).
Mini 3on3 (see attached brochure) is one of the best ways for introducing and developing children in Mini-Basketball. There are 6 players on each team and all children get the opportunity to play, referee and table officiate in rotation. The concept is particularly suitable for enabling children to understand games in accordance with the PE Curriculum. We are keen to expand the number of Tournaments and if the forthcoming event is over-subscribed, we will organise more.
Senior A Tournaments for girls and boys (March):
The A Tournaments are for schools which have a higher standard of play and or those with two or more club players, and would like to play against schools of similar standard. These take place in the National Basketball Arena on March 20th for girls and March 21st for boys. Depending on available spaces, schools from outside Dublin will be invited, as before.
Senior B Tournaments (late May/June):
These will take place in a number of venues in late May and early June when halls become available. They cater for schools with no more than one club player.
Just Play Senior Tournaments (late May early June).
These tournaments suit schools who are starting out, or schools which have various teams of different standards. While referees are appointed, no scores are recorded in Just Play Mini-Basketball and there are no finals. This is a great way to give children a chance to experience Mini-Basketball as a game to be played freely.
Junior Tournaments
These are aimed at 5th class children.
CPD/Teacher support.
· A Department recognised summer course with EPV days will take place in the Oblate Hall Inchicore Monday 2nd to Friday 6th July. The Dublin West Education Centre will be taking bookings at the usual time.
· We will be in a positon of offer teachers an opportunity to receive special supports with the preparation of their teams for tournaments. This will depend on the Council area in which the school is situated. However, all schools will be offered an opportunity.
If your school would like to host a Tournament (two cross courts required to cater for 4v4) and or a CPD session with a tutor (to which other schools are invited), please forward a separate email to Catriona’s email address below by return mail.
As mentioned above, we will be sending all the schools on our database detailed application forms before the end of January. Schools will be given the chance to list unsuitable dates, however, once a date and venue is allocated, schools will be expected to be present. Late changes affect other schools.
So, there are numerous types of Mini-Basketball experience on offer – we hope you will find one or more that suits your school.
Minister for Sport Shane Ross visits Dublin Mini Basketball Tournament
Minister for Sport Shane Ross visits the Dublin Primary Schools 2017 Mini-Basketball Championship Tournaments
132 teams, 286 matches, 1488 players and 304 children table officials, 81% of the teachers teaching teams are women.
Minister for Sport Shane Ross attended the 2017 Primary School Mini-Basketball Tournaments and commented, “I am impressed with the ethos and scale of Primary Schools Mini-Basketball and I am particularly pleased with the involvement of so many female teachers”.
The Tournaments involve 1,488 children playing in 132 primary school teams with a further 304 children acting as table officials. 81% of the teachers teaching teams are female. Referees and Commissioners are appointed to ensure a smooth running experience for all.
The rules ensure that all involved get the same court time while also acknowledging the positive aspects of competition by awarding Plaques to the overall winning team and runner-up team in each Tournament.
‘Just Play Mini-Basketball’ was introduced for the first time – whereby the children play with referees but scores are not kept and there are no winners. Also the Junior Tournaments involve teams of 12 playing 6 periods of 4v4 to facilitate better learning outcomes.
The Tournaments are organised by the Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball Board which is managed by primary teachers and is registered with Basketball Ireland. Tournaments are organised in the National Basketball Arena, the Oblate Hall Inchicore and Coláiste Éanna Rathfarnham, and finish on June 14th.
The Mini-Basketball brochure, teaching videos, the Mini3on3 booklet, Rules, Scoresheet & Guidelines and a new Refereeing Video – can all be downloaded on www.primaryschoolsminibasketball.com
For further information on the activities of the Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball Board contact the Coordinator Catriona Casey on casey.catriona@gmail.com or the Chairman Noel Keating on noelkeatingwoodlawn@gmail.com
132 teams, 286 matches, 1488 players and 304 children table officials, 81% of the teachers teaching teams are women.
Minister for Sport Shane Ross attended the 2017 Primary School Mini-Basketball Tournaments and commented, “I am impressed with the ethos and scale of Primary Schools Mini-Basketball and I am particularly pleased with the involvement of so many female teachers”.
The Tournaments involve 1,488 children playing in 132 primary school teams with a further 304 children acting as table officials. 81% of the teachers teaching teams are female. Referees and Commissioners are appointed to ensure a smooth running experience for all.
The rules ensure that all involved get the same court time while also acknowledging the positive aspects of competition by awarding Plaques to the overall winning team and runner-up team in each Tournament.
‘Just Play Mini-Basketball’ was introduced for the first time – whereby the children play with referees but scores are not kept and there are no winners. Also the Junior Tournaments involve teams of 12 playing 6 periods of 4v4 to facilitate better learning outcomes.
The Tournaments are organised by the Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball Board which is managed by primary teachers and is registered with Basketball Ireland. Tournaments are organised in the National Basketball Arena, the Oblate Hall Inchicore and Coláiste Éanna Rathfarnham, and finish on June 14th.
The Mini-Basketball brochure, teaching videos, the Mini3on3 booklet, Rules, Scoresheet & Guidelines and a new Refereeing Video – can all be downloaded on www.primaryschoolsminibasketball.com
For further information on the activities of the Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball Board contact the Coordinator Catriona Casey on casey.catriona@gmail.com or the Chairman Noel Keating on noelkeatingwoodlawn@gmail.com
Mini Basketball Brochure
Éamon Ó hAogáin Limerick received the 2017 Appreciation Award from Primary Schools Mini Basketball at the National Awards Ceremony in the Arena. June 10th 2017. The citation read as follows:
Éamon, together with fellow retired primary teachers Tony Dillon and Noel Keating formed the primary schools Mini-Basketball National Committee in 2012. Éamon had been responsible for the organisation of a Primary schools League in Limerick for over twenty years. During Éamon’s chairmanship of the National Committee from 2012 to 2015 the Primary school leagues in Dublin, Waterford and Limerick registered with Basketball Ireland and new Primary School Boards, registered with BI, were set up in Castleisland, Cork, Galway, Donegal, Belfast, Dundalk, Monaghan, Offaly, Carlow and Sligo. Éamon has also given distinguished service to Irish Basketball as a local and National League referee, a referee tutor and a National League Commissioner. |
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Cregmore National School Galway recently won the Galway Primary Schools Mini Basketball Tournament. See our Galway dedicated page for more photographs and details. Well done to all who participated.
Some recent photos at the opening of the new National Sports Arena with mini basketballers from Tyrellstown Primary School Dublin
PSMNC RAN 4 COURSES ON TEACHING BASKETBALL IN THE PRIMARY SCHOOL IN ST PATRICKS AND MARY IMMACULATE COLLEGES OF EDUCATION IN FEBRUARY 2017 FOR 2ND AND 3RD YEAR B.ED STUDENTS PROVIDING US WITH THE OPPORTUNITY TO ENGAGE FURTHER WITH THE TEACHERS OF THE FUTURE. MORE DETAILS ANON. TEACHERS WILL FIND THE TEACHING ACTIVITY NOTES TO THESE COURSES BELOW AND IN OUR DOWNLOADS SECTION MINI BROCHURES. THESE NOTES HAVE BEEN PRODUCED IN CONSULTATION WITH ST PATRICKS COLLEGE OF EDUCATION. THEY ALSO REFERENCE OUR VIDEO LIBRARY WHERE APPROPRIATE.
Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball Board 2016 FINALS
Dublin Primary Schools League Finals December 2016
The Dublin Primary Mini Basketball Board ran their Finals from December 1st to 9th in the NBA. There was a 20% in schools participating this year, with over 85% of schools having a female teacher in a coaching role with their teams. All games were officiated by the Dublin Officials Association with the chidren of the participating schools taking responsibility for time keeping and scorekeeping. Dublin Mini had photographs taken at their finals which will be available frrely on our facebook page/primaryschoolsminibasketball. Some photographs below
The Dublin Primary Mini Basketball Board ran their Finals from December 1st to 9th in the NBA. There was a 20% in schools participating this year, with over 85% of schools having a female teacher in a coaching role with their teams. All games were officiated by the Dublin Officials Association with the chidren of the participating schools taking responsibility for time keeping and scorekeeping. Dublin Mini had photographs taken at their finals which will be available frrely on our facebook page/primaryschoolsminibasketball. Some photographs below
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Please check out our latest teaching video on REFEREEING the Primary Schools Mini Basketball Game
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