‘Children’s Sport Participation and Physical Activity Study’ 2018
New figures reveal that basketball is a big hit in primary schools
The recently released ‘Children’s Sport Participation and Physical Activity Study’ 2018 has revealed that basketball is a big hit with children of this age group.
The study shows that participation in basketball as an extra-curricular activity for primary school children has doubled since 2009.
Percentage number of Children playing Primary Extra-Curricular School Sport Basketball in the previous 12 months
2018 2009 2004
Total 34 17 17
Girls 33 18 18
Boys 35 17 17
The research also shows that basketball is in the top three of most participated sports for primary school children as an extra-curricular activity in the past 12 months.
Percentage no. of Children playing Primary Extra-Curricular School Sport in the previous 12 months.
Sport (per the list in the Study) 2018 Girls & Boys
Soccer 44
Gaelic Football 36
Basketball 34
Camogie/Hurling 22
Athletics 17
Dance 16
Swimming 13
Rugby 12
Hockey 9
Gymnastics 8
Cross Country
running 8
Handball 6
Basketball ranks as the number one sport for content covered in PE classes in the past 12 months, a figure supported by the provision of baskets to primary schools by the Department of Education and skills over the past 40 years.
Top 12 reported content of PE classes over the previous 12 months
Sport/Activity Girls & Boys
Basketball 69
Gaelic football 57
Soccer 57
Athletics 46
Swimming 43
Baseball/Rounders 42
Dance 41
Rugby 26
Hockey 25
Gymnastics 25
Cross Country running 22
Handball 19
Reflecting on the figures the Chairman of the Primary Schools Mini-Basketball National Committee (PSMNC) Richie O’Mahoney, said; “I wish to express the thanks of the Association to Primary School teachers who took up the challenge in various parts of the country to register existing programmes with Basketball Ireland and to develop and register new programmes.”
Significant new resources for teachers were developed by the PSMNC with Basketball Ireland sourced funding including teaching videos and brochures. These are available on: https://www.primaryschoolsminibasketballireland.com
Basketball Ireland Development officers also supported teachers in various counties.
Mr O’Mahoney continued: “Looking ahead, it is important that the BI policy of empowering Primary teachers to deliver Mini-Basketball in accordance with Government Policy is continued so that Primary Schools Mini-Basketball can, in time, be available to children in every county.”
The recently released ‘Children’s Sport Participation and Physical Activity Study’ 2018 has revealed that basketball is a big hit with children of this age group.
The study shows that participation in basketball as an extra-curricular activity for primary school children has doubled since 2009.
Percentage number of Children playing Primary Extra-Curricular School Sport Basketball in the previous 12 months
2018 2009 2004
Total 34 17 17
Girls 33 18 18
Boys 35 17 17
The research also shows that basketball is in the top three of most participated sports for primary school children as an extra-curricular activity in the past 12 months.
Percentage no. of Children playing Primary Extra-Curricular School Sport in the previous 12 months.
Sport (per the list in the Study) 2018 Girls & Boys
Soccer 44
Gaelic Football 36
Basketball 34
Camogie/Hurling 22
Athletics 17
Dance 16
Swimming 13
Rugby 12
Hockey 9
Gymnastics 8
Cross Country
running 8
Handball 6
Basketball ranks as the number one sport for content covered in PE classes in the past 12 months, a figure supported by the provision of baskets to primary schools by the Department of Education and skills over the past 40 years.
Top 12 reported content of PE classes over the previous 12 months
Sport/Activity Girls & Boys
Basketball 69
Gaelic football 57
Soccer 57
Athletics 46
Swimming 43
Baseball/Rounders 42
Dance 41
Rugby 26
Hockey 25
Gymnastics 25
Cross Country running 22
Handball 19
Reflecting on the figures the Chairman of the Primary Schools Mini-Basketball National Committee (PSMNC) Richie O’Mahoney, said; “I wish to express the thanks of the Association to Primary School teachers who took up the challenge in various parts of the country to register existing programmes with Basketball Ireland and to develop and register new programmes.”
Significant new resources for teachers were developed by the PSMNC with Basketball Ireland sourced funding including teaching videos and brochures. These are available on: https://www.primaryschoolsminibasketballireland.com
Basketball Ireland Development officers also supported teachers in various counties.
Mr O’Mahoney continued: “Looking ahead, it is important that the BI policy of empowering Primary teachers to deliver Mini-Basketball in accordance with Government Policy is continued so that Primary Schools Mini-Basketball can, in time, be available to children in every county.”
DUBLIN Primary Schools Mini-Basketball AGM 2019
Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball Board
Report to the AGM 11/9/19
Committee:
The outgoing Committee were deemed elected at the 2018 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. During the academic
year the following also joined the Committee in accordance with the Constitution: Tara Walsh, Ellen
Green, Mick Byrne, Alex Elbert and Kelly Hunter. Patricia Phelan served as League and Tournaments
Administrator. We are extremely grateful to Patricia for her diligence and commitment.
The Committee held meetings on 24.10.18, 28.1.19, 8.4.19 and 19.6.19
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/Extra-Curricular 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 which 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 physical literacy which involves learning fundamental motor and sports skills in a supportive environment,
· Supporting an understanding of and positive attitude towards sport and physical activity.
Leagues:
76 school teams (an increase of 6) were clustered in local groups at the 2018 AGM and played one another. They were then ranked in their cluster and paired for a Final in the National Basketball Arena. In all 1,110 children played in the League Finals while 76 children officiated. The Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball League Finals used the 4 v 4 format with teams of 12 and 6 Periods. All children participated in two Periods. This format encouraged more fundamental movement and fundamental skills learning opportunities. All children were awarded a League participation medal and the winning schools were presented with a trophy. Two children from each school acted as scorekeepers and timekeepers. Over 2,000 supporters enjoyed the League Finals – most visiting the Arena for the first time.
Tournaments:
163 Dublin Primary School teams took part in 20 Mini-Basketball Tournaments
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.
Courses for Teachers in Primary Schools Mini-Basketball:
The Board organised a one-day Certification Course which was tailor-made for the needs of primary teachers in October. It included fundamental movement and Mini-Basketball skills, team skills, rules, referring and scorekeeping – all in the context of the Primary School PE lesson and school extra-curricular contexts. It was conducted by Basketball Ireland Tutor and PE teacher Vincent O’Keeffe. Our thanks to Des Morris and the Board of Ballyroan BNS for providing their hall.
Unfortunately, the Dublin based Department of Education and Skills Summer course with EPV days did not take place this year due to insufficient applicants. Hopefully this important and very beneficial course can take place in 2020.
Basketball Ireland offered Dublin Primary Teachers a complimentary Introductory course in June and 19 teachers attended.
Partnerships with Local Sports Partnerships:
Dublin City Sports and Wellbeing Partnership (DCSWP), Dublin South County Sports Partnership, Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Sports Partnership and Fingal Sports Partnership for their support during the year. It that having developed a relationship with each of the four Partnerships that the Board can offer further support to teachers.
Relationship with Basketball Ireland (BI):
The Board affiliated to BI for the 2018/19 season. Insurance was covered by BI and the Arena was made available free at off- peak hours for many Tournaments. Former BI National Development Officer Jason Killeen visited a number of Dublin Schools as part of the Active Schools Flag initiative and coordinated the Mini3on3 Tournaments. We wish Jason every success in his new position in Griffith College and we look forward to working with his successor.
The Primary Schools Mini-Basketball National Committee (PSMNC) was chaired by Richie O’ Mahoney from Offaly with Séan Ó Mairtín Monaghan serving as Treasurer. The Board has assisted with an updated Brochure which will be launched in the coming months and has also assisted with the development of Primary Schools programmes in County Wicklow.
Dedicated Primary Schools Mini-Basketball websites:
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 on http://www.primaryschoolsminibasketballireland.com The Dublin Board website is: dublinprimarybball@gmail.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 Dublin Officials Organisation and our excellent Commissioners.
Conclusion
Finally, on a personal note as I am retiring as Chairman, may I thank the Committee members I have worked with since 2010 when we re-established the Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball Board, for their outstanding service (the original Board was set up in 1972). I hope the various Committee members do not mind me singling out Catherine Leahy for special mention. Catherine has been a tremendous Treasurer since the beginning, without whom we could not have functioned.
The three Administrators Tara Galway, Catríona Ni Chathasaigh and Patricia Phelan have provided a truly remarkable service to participating schools. Schools are not always aware of the problems that are created with late withdrawals and it is important going forward that late withdrawals are significantly reduced if not eliminated.
35 teams entered our first programme in May 2010 and this has increased to 239 teams entering our 2018/19 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.
All the best for the future.
Noel Keating Chairman/Secretary 2018/19
Report to the AGM 11/9/19
Committee:
The outgoing Committee were deemed elected at the 2018 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. During the academic
year the following also joined the Committee in accordance with the Constitution: Tara Walsh, Ellen
Green, Mick Byrne, Alex Elbert and Kelly Hunter. Patricia Phelan served as League and Tournaments
Administrator. We are extremely grateful to Patricia for her diligence and commitment.
The Committee held meetings on 24.10.18, 28.1.19, 8.4.19 and 19.6.19
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/Extra-Curricular 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 which 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 physical literacy which involves learning fundamental motor and sports skills in a supportive environment,
· Supporting an understanding of and positive attitude towards sport and physical activity.
Leagues:
76 school teams (an increase of 6) were clustered in local groups at the 2018 AGM and played one another. They were then ranked in their cluster and paired for a Final in the National Basketball Arena. In all 1,110 children played in the League Finals while 76 children officiated. The Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball League Finals used the 4 v 4 format with teams of 12 and 6 Periods. All children participated in two Periods. This format encouraged more fundamental movement and fundamental skills learning opportunities. All children were awarded a League participation medal and the winning schools were presented with a trophy. Two children from each school acted as scorekeepers and timekeepers. Over 2,000 supporters enjoyed the League Finals – most visiting the Arena for the first time.
Tournaments:
163 Dublin Primary School teams took part in 20 Mini-Basketball Tournaments
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.
Courses for Teachers in Primary Schools Mini-Basketball:
The Board organised a one-day Certification Course which was tailor-made for the needs of primary teachers in October. It included fundamental movement and Mini-Basketball skills, team skills, rules, referring and scorekeeping – all in the context of the Primary School PE lesson and school extra-curricular contexts. It was conducted by Basketball Ireland Tutor and PE teacher Vincent O’Keeffe. Our thanks to Des Morris and the Board of Ballyroan BNS for providing their hall.
Unfortunately, the Dublin based Department of Education and Skills Summer course with EPV days did not take place this year due to insufficient applicants. Hopefully this important and very beneficial course can take place in 2020.
Basketball Ireland offered Dublin Primary Teachers a complimentary Introductory course in June and 19 teachers attended.
Partnerships with Local Sports Partnerships:
Dublin City Sports and Wellbeing Partnership (DCSWP), Dublin South County Sports Partnership, Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Sports Partnership and Fingal Sports Partnership for their support during the year. It that having developed a relationship with each of the four Partnerships that the Board can offer further support to teachers.
Relationship with Basketball Ireland (BI):
The Board affiliated to BI for the 2018/19 season. Insurance was covered by BI and the Arena was made available free at off- peak hours for many Tournaments. Former BI National Development Officer Jason Killeen visited a number of Dublin Schools as part of the Active Schools Flag initiative and coordinated the Mini3on3 Tournaments. We wish Jason every success in his new position in Griffith College and we look forward to working with his successor.
The Primary Schools Mini-Basketball National Committee (PSMNC) was chaired by Richie O’ Mahoney from Offaly with Séan Ó Mairtín Monaghan serving as Treasurer. The Board has assisted with an updated Brochure which will be launched in the coming months and has also assisted with the development of Primary Schools programmes in County Wicklow.
Dedicated Primary Schools Mini-Basketball websites:
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 on http://www.primaryschoolsminibasketballireland.com The Dublin Board website is: dublinprimarybball@gmail.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 Dublin Officials Organisation and our excellent Commissioners.
Conclusion
Finally, on a personal note as I am retiring as Chairman, may I thank the Committee members I have worked with since 2010 when we re-established the Dublin Primary Schools Mini-Basketball Board, for their outstanding service (the original Board was set up in 1972). I hope the various Committee members do not mind me singling out Catherine Leahy for special mention. Catherine has been a tremendous Treasurer since the beginning, without whom we could not have functioned.
The three Administrators Tara Galway, Catríona Ni Chathasaigh and Patricia Phelan have provided a truly remarkable service to participating schools. Schools are not always aware of the problems that are created with late withdrawals and it is important going forward that late withdrawals are significantly reduced if not eliminated.
35 teams entered our first programme in May 2010 and this has increased to 239 teams entering our 2018/19 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.
All the best for the future.
Noel Keating Chairman/Secretary 2018/19
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
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:
| mini_basketball_pdf__1_.pdf |
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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