At South Canterbury Basketball, we believe great coaching is the backbone of player development, positive team culture, and a lifelong love of the game. Whether you’re guiding our youngest Kiwi Hoopers or leading a representative team, we’re here to provide you with the tools, knowledge, and support you need to succeed.
CoachMate – Your Digital Coaching Toolkit
We’re proud to offer all South Canterbury Basketball coaches access to the CoachMate app, an easy-to-use platform that puts professional coaching resources at your fingertips. With CoachMate, you can:
- Access session plans for all age groups, aligned with Basketball New Zealand’s national BNZ Kiwi Hoops and 2degrees Girls got Game programmes.
- Watch skill breakdown videos and teaching points for drills.
- Track attendance and player progress.
- Communicate with your team in one central place.
If you haven’t yet set up your account, contact us to get started.
Representative Coaching Standards
From our Representative Handbook, here’s what we expect from all SCBA coaches – and what you can expect from us:
- Player-Centred Approach – Our athletes come first. Training should be safe, inclusive, and development-focused.
- Aligned Themes – Every rep session connects to our core playing identity:
- Track attendance and player progress.
- Pressure – Defend with intensity and disrupt the opposition.
- Pace – Play fast, with purpose, and push transition opportunities.
- Poise – Make smart, composed decisions under pressure.
- Positive Culture – Lead with respect, encourage fair play, and model the behaviours we want to see on and off the court.
- Continual Learning – SCBA offers coaching clinics, workshops, and mentoring to help you grow your skills.
Useful Links & Downloads
- SCBA Representative Handbook – [Download here]
- CoachMate Login – [Go to app]
- Basketball New Zealand Coaching Resources – [Visit BBNZ site]
