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Introducing UP Skills!

UP Skills is the complete reimagining of our E60 program, with a fresh approach to drills, coaching and affordability. The program was conceived through our philosophies of dedication, hard work, respect and resilience.

“Through sharing the love of basketball, provide programs that enable basketball players to reach their potential as an athlete and a person.”

– Nigel Purchase: Chase Basketball Managing Director

UP Skills is run by real coaches with pro league experience. Our promise to athletes is expert advice, attention to detail, innovative drills via a more personal coaching style. Whether in small groups or individual sessions, athletes are given the opportunity to thrive in a supportive and positive environment.

Chase Basketball have hand-picked the best possible coaches in a program engineered for a complete on and off court up skilling of our athletes. They will have the opportunity to review video feedback with coaches to break down their mechanics and build upon them thoroughly.

We believe in providing an excellent but affordable service for the basketball community so that everyone has the opportunity to learn from our specialist coaches and contemporary teachings. UP Skills is available to athletes between seven and fifteen years and utilises a dedicated single court venue in Albert Park, five days a week.

Enquire today and finish off the year on the UP!

3×3 (pronounced three-ex-three) Basketball is continuing to rise as one of the most popular urban team sports in the world. The 3×3 format has been played in streets and gyms for decades, including a streetball competition run by Adidas as far back as 1992. In 2007, FIBA (International Basketball Federation) first experimented with a 3×3 competition and almost 15 years later, it was introduced at the Tokyo Olympic games.

The benefits of 3×3 basketball are substantial, not only from an on-court point of view, but as an alternative for cities and clubs who lack access to high-end facilities. To play, athletes only need six players (4 per team if you carry a substitute), a half court and one basketball ring which can typically be found outdoors in communities around the world. The style of game targets the young, urban demographic but is being introduced to junior athletes from as early as 5 years due to the proven developmental advantages.

The on-court benefits of playing 3×3 basketball compared to 5×5 include:

Less players on court = more involvement from each player
More chances to touch the ball = more fun
More Space on court = more opportunities to score or create
Increased amount of activity for each player = higher fitness levels
One sub per team = less sitting on the bench
Quick changeover from offence to defence = improved reaction times
No time to rest = improved mental resilience, must focus on ‘next play’

Chase Basketball introduced 3×3 to all seven of our High School Basketball academies last week, with an intra academy tournament at every school.

Along with the benefits listed above, Chase Coaches also noted:

Increased levels of engagement amongst athletes
Increased attendance across the week
Increased communication and passing amongst teammates
Players challenged to work together to problem solve
Increased social interactions (high fives, praise etc)

The Chase Team looks forward to introducing the 3×3 format into all Chase programs in 2023.

For further information on 3×3, use the links below

https://fiba3x3.com/

https://australia.basketball/where-can-i-play/3-x-3/

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