Coburg North, Melbourne · Since 2017
Developing athletesInspiring leadersStrengthening communities
What we offer
Training, school programs and a performance gym, all built on education, guidance and mentorship.
Year-round professional coaching, games and tournaments, ages 5 to 20.
HSBN in high schools and Active Start in primary schools.
Skills, games and friends every school holiday.
Strength, speed and conditioning for all athletes.
One-on-one sessions on the court or in the gym.
Monthly 1:1 membership, plus our summer and holiday passes.
Upcoming
14 Dec to 24 Jan · Limited time
Up to 2 hours a day on court to work on your game, all summer, with gym access on the Adult pass. Full passes include 10 complimentary 30 minute shooting machine sessions, and every pass gets 40% off machine bookings.
Member pricing available. One and two week passes too.
21 January · Coburg Basketball Stadium
A full day, 9am to 3pm, for ages 5 to 14, coached by Mike Torres and former NBA player and Melbourne Tigers Hall of Famer Lanard Copeland. Prizes and gifts for every kid.
Early bird: book before 2 January to go in the draw to win a scooter.
Juniors and adults 18+
Our membership is a private training membership. Every month: one 1:1 session with Mike, William or AJ, plus a 30 minute shooting machine session, and member pricing on our summer and holiday passes. Juniors in our academy are members automatically.
The Players First Facility
A dedicated court, shooting machine and performance gym at 27 Acheson Place, Coburg North.
Players First Teams
An alternative to rep basketball. Compete at junior tournaments with the teammates and coaches you train with every week.
Beyond the court
The basketball court is our classroom, where life skills are developed every day.Mike Torres, Founder & Head Coach
Fundamentals, habits and a level that fits.
Education, guidance and mentorship at every stage.
Schools, families and clubs across Melbourne's north.
Player news
Latest
Marianela has gone from training on our court to the WNBL, Australia's top women's league, at just 16 years old.
Justin came through our academy and HSBN before earning a scholarship to Tri-Cities Christian Academy in Tennessee. This year he played on two of the biggest stages in youth basketball.
Take the first step today
Spots are limited each term. Book a free trial, or email us about programs, camps, training or membership.
27 Acheson Place, Coburg North VIC 3058
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