At the West Yorkshire Hawks, we believe basketball is more than just a sport—it’s a powerful tool for building confidence, making friends, and shaping positive futures. Our Juniors Programme is designed to give young people across West Yorkshire the chance to fall in love with the game in a fun, welcoming, and supportive environment.

We’re all about fun first. Whether it’s their first bounce of a basketball or they’re dreaming of becoming the next superstar, every child is encouraged to enjoy the game, stay active, and grow as part of a team. Our sessions are focused on play, positivity, and progress—developing not just skills on the court, but also healthy habits, resilience, and self-belief that will last a lifetime.

This is where the journey begins. Where young Hawks learn to fly.

What will it be like?

Sessions are led by fully qualified, experienced coaches who are passionate about passing on the joy of basketball to the next generation. All our coaches are DBS-checked and operate under Basketball England’s safeguarding policies and comprehensive insurance. And who knows—some of our senior National League men’s and women’s players might drop by to inspire the next generation of Hawks!

Each 60-minute session is all about creating a positive environment where young people can learn the basics of basketball, have fun, and make new friends along the way.

Who are these sessions for?

These sessions are open to all abilities, but especially designed for those who are new to basketball—or even new to sport altogether.

There are four sessions, grouped by age and gender:

• – RISING STARS – These sessions is for both boys and girls who are in either year 5 or 6 at school.
• – IGNITE BOYS – These sessions is for boys who are in either year 7, 8 or 9 at school.
• – IGNITE GIRLS – These sessions is for girls who are in either year 7, 8 or 9 at school.

If you would like some more information, please do send an email to info@wybasketball.co.uk or complete the contact form below: