{"id":5411,"date":"2026-10-23T14:44:37","date_gmt":"2026-10-23T03:44:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nunawadingbasketball.com.au\/?p=5411"},"modified":"2026-10-23T14:44:37","modified_gmt":"2026-10-23T03:44:37","slug":"spectres-development-squad-tryouts-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nunawadingbasketball.com.au\/vi\/spectres-development-squad-tryouts-2\/","title":{"rendered":"SPECTRES DEVELOPMENT SQUAD TRYOUTS"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">SPECTRES DEVELOPMENT SQUAD TRYOUTS<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Nunawading Basketball is pleased to announce that registrations are now open for our 2027 Nunawading Spectres Development Squad programs, catering for boys and girls born in 2018 and 2019.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">The Spectres Development Squad pathway provides young athletes with an opportunity to further develop their basketball skills, understanding of the game and confidence within a structured, challenging and supportive environment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Delivered by Nunawading Spectres coaches, the programs focus on developing strong individual fundamentals, encouraging decision-making and preparing athletes for the next stage of their basketball development.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Two programs will be offered for 2027, each designed to meet the developmental needs of its respective age group.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>REGISTER FOR TRYOUTS<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playhq.com\/basketball-victoria\/register\/8d60da\">CLICK HERE TO REGISTER VIA PLAYHQ<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">All athletes wishing to be considered for selection must register online prior to attending tryouts.<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<hr \/>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">OUR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">SPECTRES DEVELOPMENT SQUAD | 2018 BORN ATHLETES<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Program Registration Fee: $400 per athlete<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">The 2018-born Development Squad is designed for athletes preparing for their transition into U12 representative basketball.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">The program introduces athletes to the training habits, expectations and competitive experiences associated with representative basketball, while continuing to develop the individual skills and decision-making required for long-term improvement.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Program Inclusions<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Weekly Sunday training throughout the program calendar<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Coaching from Nunawading Spectres Development Squad coaches<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Participation in the Eltham Dandenong Junior Basketball Tournament (EDJBT) \u2014 January 2027<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Participation in the South East Junior Basketball Tournament (SEJBT) \u2014 March 2027<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Participation in the Nunawading King&#8217;s Birthday Tournament (KBT) \u2014 June 2027<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Official Development Squad playing\/training singlet and shorts<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Entry into the Winter 2027 Friday Night MEBA Domestic Competition<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Friday Night Competition<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">An important addition to the 2018-born Development Squad program is participation in the Winter 2027 Friday Night MEBA Domestic Competition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">This will provide athletes with regular team competition throughout winter and begin establishing the habits and expectations associated with Friday night basketball ahead of their transition into U12 representative basketball.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Please note: The 2018-born Girls Development Squad will compete in the Boys Friday Night Domestic Competition.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Participation in Friday night competition is an additional program commitment and does not replace athletes&#8217; existing domestic basketball commitments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Families will be responsible for the associated weekly team sheet fees.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Additional Family Costs<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">While the $400 registration fee includes scheduled training, coaching, tournament team entries and the Development Squad playing\/training uniform, some additional expenses will be payable directly by families.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">These include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Winter 2027 Friday Night MEBA competition team sheet fees<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Personal travel and associated tournament expenses<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Families should consider these additional commitments when registering for the program.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">FUTURE SPECTRES | 2019 BORN ATHLETES<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Program Registration Fee: $250 per athlete<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Future Spectres is designed for younger athletes progressing through their domestic basketball experience who are looking to further develop their skills in a structured environment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">The program provides an introduction to the Nunawading Spectres development environment, with a strong emphasis on fundamental movement, individual skills, game understanding and decision-making.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Training will be aligned with the Spectres Athlete Skills Matrix, providing age-appropriate activities that challenge athletes while encouraging confidence, creativity and enjoyment of the game.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Program Inclusions<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Weekly Sunday training throughout the program calendar<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Coaching from Nunawading Spectres Development Squad coaches<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Participation in the Nunawading King&#8217;s Birthday Tournament \u2014 June 2027<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Official Development Squad playing\/training singlet and shorts<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Future Spectres is designed to complement athletes&#8217; existing domestic basketball participation, providing additional opportunities to learn, develop and experience the expectations of the Spectres program.<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<hr \/>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">OFFICIAL TRYOUT INFORMATION<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Selection into either Development Squad program is not automatic.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">All athletes wishing to participate must complete the online registration process and attend their scheduled tryout session.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Tryout Schedule<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 87.4601%; height: 64px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Age Group<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Tryout Date<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Th\u1eddi gian<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">2018 Born &#8211; Boys &amp; Girls<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Sunday 15 November 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">12:00pm \u2013 1:30pm<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">2019 Born &#8211; Boys &amp; Girls<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Sunday 22 November 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">12:00pm \u2013 1:30pm<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Trung t\u00e2m b\u00f3ng r\u1ed5 Nunawading<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Athletes will be assessed across a range of areas, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Fundamental basketball skills<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Movement and coordination<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Game understanding and decision-making<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Effort, attitude and willingness to learn<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Ability to engage positively within a team environment<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Selection decisions will consider individual development needs, group balance and available program places.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Participation in tryouts does not guarantee selection.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>TRYOUT REGISTRATIONS<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playhq.com\/basketball-victoria\/register\/8d60da\">REGISTER HERE \u2014 2027 SPECTRES DEVELOPMENT SQUAD TRYOUTS<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">All registrations must be completed online. Walk-up registrations will not be accepted.<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<hr \/>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">TRAINING INFORMATION<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Both Development Squad programs will commence training on <strong>Sunday 29 November 2026<\/strong>, with sessions conducted at Nunawading Basketball Centre.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Weekly Training Schedule<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 94.913%; height: 89px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Program<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">ng\u00e0y<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Th\u1eddi gian<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">H\u1ed9i h\u1ecdp<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Future Spectres &#8211; 2019 Born<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">ch\u1ee7 nh\u1eadt<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">12:00pm \u2013 1:00pm<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Trung t\u00e2m b\u00f3ng r\u1ed5 Nunawading<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Spectres Development Squad &#8211; 2018 Born<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">ch\u1ee7 nh\u1eadt<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">1:00pm \u2013 2:00pm<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Trung t\u00e2m b\u00f3ng r\u1ed5 Nunawading<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Training will be conducted throughout the relevant program period, with scheduled breaks for school holidays, public holidays and tournament commitments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">The full training calendar, including scheduled sessions and breaks, will be provided to successful athletes and families upon acceptance of their position within the program.<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<hr \/>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">PROGRAM REGISTRATION FEES<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">The Nunawading Spectres Development Squad registration fees for 2027 are:<\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 87.9638%; height: 86px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Program<\/span><\/th>\n<th><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Registration Fee<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Spectres Development Squad &#8211; 2018 Born<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>$400 per athlete<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Future Spectres &#8211; 2019 Born<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>$250 per athlete<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Both fees include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Scheduled training and coaching<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Applicable tournament team entry fees and tournament coaching<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Official Development Squad playing\/training singlet and shorts<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Successful athletes will receive a formal selection offer containing instructions to complete their registration and payment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">A position within the program will only be confirmed once the offer has been accepted and registration requirements have been completed.<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<hr \/>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">IMPORTANT INFORMATION<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Attendance and Commitment<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">The Development Squad programs are structured training and competition environments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Athletes selected into either program are expected to attend scheduled training sessions and fulfil the relevant tournament commitments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Families should carefully consider the program commitments before accepting a position.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Domestic Basketball Participation<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Both Development Squad programs are designed to complement athletes&#8217; existing domestic basketball participation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>All athletes selected into either program are expected to continue playing with their existing domestic basketball teams throughout the Development Squad season.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">For athletes born in 2018, participation in the Winter 2027 Friday Night MEBA Competition is an additional program commitment and <strong>does not replace their existing domestic basketball commitments<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Regular domestic competition remains an important part of athlete development, providing opportunities to apply the skills, concepts and decision-making developed throughout the program.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Future Representative Basketball<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">The Spectres Development Squad pathway is designed to prepare athletes for future opportunities within the Nunawading Spectres Representative Program.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">However, selection into either Development Squad does not guarantee future selection into a Spectres representative team.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Our focus remains on providing young athletes with quality coaching, meaningful development experiences and an environment in which they can be challenged, supported and encouraged to improve.<\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<hr \/>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">ENQUIRIES<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Families are encouraged to review the information provided before contacting the Representative Program office.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">For specific enquiries regarding the Development Squad programs or tryout registration process, please contact:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Simone Hallett<\/strong><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Representative Program Administrator<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><a 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