The Excellence in Sport program at Copperfield College is part of the school’s broader commitment to developing talented student-athletes while supporting their academic and personal growth. The Excellence in Sport program provides opportunities to compete in sports while developing advanced skills, leadership, and personal discipline. Through a combination of competitive pathways, curriculum integration, and scholarship support, the program promotes both sporting excellence and academic success, ensuring students grow as well-rounded individuals.
Sports Offered
Basketball
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Excellence in Sport – Basketball Program
In Collaboration with Keilor Thunder Basketball Association, experienced coaching staff will provide high quality coaching, athlete development and mentoring for students involved in the program.
This program recognizes students who demonstrate strong athletic ability, commitment to basketball, and a positive attitude towards personal improvement. Selection into this team reflects not only skill, but also leadership, coachability, and resilience—qualities we value highly in our excelling student athletes.
About the Basketball Excellence Program
The Excellence in Sport – Basketball Program is designed to support and extend the development of talented student athletes. Participants will engage in:
- Specialized basketball coaching, focusing on skill refinement, team systems, and game strategy.
- Strength, conditioning, and fitness sessions aimed at improving athletic performance.
- Performance tracking and goal-setting, assisting students in monitoring growth and identifying development areas.
- Competitive opportunities, including school competitions, tournaments, and interschool matches.
- Holistic athlete development, emphasizing leadership, teamwork, resilience, and sportsmanship.
The program consist of four teams with training every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon
- Year 7 and 8 Boys and Girls teams
- Year 9 and 10 Boys and Girls teams