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WELCOME TO OPENS 

WELCOME TO OPENS!

 

The OPENS Program serves as the link between Saturday Juniors and the Senior Competition, adopting the same rules as the Seniors to emphasize competitive play while instilling structure and discipline. Games are played with a shot clock, pushing teams to embrace a competitive edge and engage in an uptempo style of play, making critical decisions distinct from slowing the game down by holding the ball.

 

Players continue to learn fundamental basketball-specific skills, with a focus on skill development at these ages. The goal is for players to implement their training knowledge into game decisions, and at this early stage, micro-management is avoided. Teams, guided by coaches' discretion and the athletes' skills and game IQ, are taught the essential prerequisites for making reads in games.

 

The objective of play is to create a positive experience centered around skills development, communication, fun, teamwork, and fostering healthy relationships among players and coaching staff. Encouraging positive choices through a constructive playing experience is paramount, with each season aimed at players enhancing themselves both on and off the court, preparing for life's challenges.

 

The OPENS program, filled with fun, provides a secure year-round space for children, parents, and families to engage in basketball. Playing sports aids children in self-discovery, offering support in challenging situations on and off the court. Basketball becomes a platform for exploration and learning to cope with challenges, teaching resilience and embracing mistakes as part of the learning process.

 

With two full competition seasons per year, each spanning two school terms, OPENS aligns with the growing popularity of basketball globally and in Australia. The program aspires to build a basketball family within the community, creating enduring memories for Pioneers.

 

To ease your child into the OPENS group, our friendly coaches, motivated and inspirational, uphold the association's STAR standards, infusing their teams with infectious energy and a nurturing personality.

 

If you have an interest in coaching, managing, or joining our committee, please express your desire.

 

For information on getting your child started in playing, please refer to the details below.

Pioneers STAR Values & Beliefs
WORK ETHIC (Work ethic is a set of values based on the ideals of discipline and hard work)
EQUALITY (the state of being equal, especially in status, rights, or opportunities)
CULTURE (a sense of belonging and coming from many backgrounds who join as one)
RESPONSIBILITY (the state or fact of being accountable or to blame for something).
HEART OF A SERVANT
ACCOUNTABILITY (an obligation or willingness to accept responsibility or to account for one's actions)
UNITY (the state of being united or joined as a whole)
LOYALTY (a strong feeling of support or allegiance)
RESPECT (due regard for the feelings, wishes, or rights of others)
HONESTY (freedom from deceit or fraud, uprightness, fairness)
TRUSTWORTHY (able to be relied on as honest or truthful)
RESPECT
ACCOUNTABILITY
RESPONSIBILITY
CULTURE
EQUALITY
WORK ETHIC
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OPENS - Purpose of PLAY
Focus on player well-being, attitude and behaviour
Zone Defence is permitted and at Coaches discretion
Full Court Player to Player Defence is permitted including trapping
Competitive and more contact
Introduction to structure and strategic play
Uptempo style of game play
Focus is development over strategy
Game Days
Game Times
Venue
Fridays
Games are scheduled from 6:30pm onwards
YMCA Springfield Central, 134 Parkland Drive
What to wear
What to bring
What to not bring or wear
Injury prevention/risk management
House uniform
Star standard attitude
Chewing gum
No long pony tails
Groomed nails
Water bottle
Incorrect uniform
No Jewellery
Hair tied up
Size 6 clearly named Basketball
Roller blades or skate boards
No shorts with pockets
Caps or sunglasses
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PLACE YOUR UNIFORM ORDER HERE BY VISITING OUR LOCKER ROOM SHOP

FAQ - Game Day Gear
To play games every player needs a reversible uniform which you will order upon registration.
Place your order via Locker Room
Parent Basketball Duties
Arrive 15 mins early and meet your manager/coach at allocated meeting destination planned for the Team
Volunteer time as a Team Manager or a Coach if you have time and will like to be apart of your Childs Team
Opens Program
Semi Finals 16th June & Finals 23rd June
Champ Season 2025 commences Monday 10th Feb and ends 23rd June
There are two seasons conducted each year, the first during school Terms 1 & 2 while the second is during Terms 3 & 4
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OPENS Grand Finals Day & Awards Event
Your child will receive an award on finals day including a sausage sizzle, drink and cake
GRAND FINALS - Top 4 teams will play off for Gold, Silver and Bronze
The Winner of the Grand Final Game will be crowned OPENS Champions
If your child does not make the Top 4 they will play a consulate game to end their placing on the ladder for the season
The aim of this is to also congratulate all players for their commitment to their team and Pioneers
OPENS Competition Rules
24 sec Shot Clock will be used
Playing unregistered will result in game being forfeited by the association
Zones are permitted and Full Court Player to Player Defence at Coaches discretion
Players must be registered to Basketball Connect online to Greater Springfield and Opens Comp prior to taking the court for first game
OPENS players must wear House uniforms - 5 points added to opposition team per incorrect garment
What happens after I register?
Your House Leader will be in contact 2 weeks prior to commencement
Ensure you have ordered uniform upon registration
Keep an eye out on Pioneers Social Media Pages, Facebook and Instagram for NEWS and Updates
In the case of any emergency please email contact@pioneersbasketball.net
If you will like to Volunteer your time please use link https://form.jotform.com/forms.pioneers/Join-Pioneers-Team or our contact form
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Basketball QLD Fee
OPENS Season Fee
Uniform
$82.14
$445
$65 - $75
This fee is charged manually
The fee includes games, House/Team Trainings
Includes reversible singlet and shorts
Fee is paid directly to Basketball QLD at registration on Basketball Connect
Includes Association Membership Fee & Club Member Fee
Cost is seperate to season fees
$150 FAIRPLAY
https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/fairplay/apply
The popular Fair Play program is open to all Queensland children aged from 5 to 17 years from 1 July 2024, with the voucher value increased per child to $200 to offset the rising cost of junior sport for families. There is a limit of 1 voucher per child per financial year.
When registering your child to Greater Springfield Basketball League enter your Fair Play voucher number in Basketball Connect to receive discount
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