Storm Starters presented by Henley · Ages 5–10
Where every Storm player begins.
Home to our youngest players. Whether your child is picking up a ball for the first time or ready for their first team, there’s a place for them here — built on fun, confidence and real fundamentals.
Three ways in
Find the right fit
Start with skills, or jump straight into a team. Not sure? Ask us and we’ll help you choose.
| Option | Skills ProgramNew to basketball? Start here. | Under 8sFirst team, first games. | Under 9sBuilding into junior basketball. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Training | Tuesdays 4:30–5:30pm | Fridays | Fridays |
| Where | Southern Community Centre | Training venues | Training venues |
| Games | Skills and mini games in session | Saturdays | Saturdays |
| Ladders & finals | None | No grades or finals | First taste of ladders and finals |
| Cost | $200 a term, free jersey included | Club registration | Club registration |
The Skills Program
Ten weeks. Four big skills.
No experience needed. Small, supportive sessions paced for beginners, with lots of games along the way.
- 1
Ball handling & dribbling
Getting comfortable with the ball in both hands.
- 2
Shooting
Good habits from the very first shot.
- 3
Defence
Footwork, stance and staying in front.
- 4
Game play
Putting it all together in small games.
Storm Starters is presented by Henley
Great things are built from the ground up.
Henley builds homes on solid foundations. Through Storm Starters, they help our 5–10 year olds build theirs in basketball, from first dribble to first team.
Your Storm journey
Starters is just the start
When Starters finishes, it’s on to Under 11s. Same club, same friends, older opposition.
- Ages 5–10
Storm Starters
Skills Program, Under 8s and Under 9s.
You are here - Ages 10–19
Junior teams
Weekly games and training with older opposition.
Learn more - Ages 10–16 · selected
Surge Development
The next step for junior players chasing more.
Learn more - Adults
Senior Domestic
Social senior teams. Keep playing for life.
Learn more
Questions
Parents usually ask
Does my child need any gear or experience?
No experience needed. Just shoes, a water bottle and their free training jersey. We’ll teach the rest.
What if my child is nervous, or has never played a team sport?
That’s exactly who this program is for. Sessions are small, supportive and paced for beginners.
What happens after Storm Starters?
Welcome to Under 11s! No big changes, just older opposition and teams in a slightly more competitive setting.
Can I watch training?
Absolutely. There’s seating right next to the court for parents.
Next term
Save your child’s spot
Spots fill fast. Pop your details in and we’ll be in touch before the next term starts. Storm Starters is proudly presented by Henley. Questions? Email syndalstorm@gmail.com.