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Tribal Basketball is preparing to join the National Basketball League (NBL) for the 2025/26 Season!

This marks a significant milestone in our journey to elevate basketball within our community. We are entering both girls' and boys' teams at the Under-14 and Under-16 age goups.

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What is the NBL?

The National Basketball League is a premier competition structure in England, encompassing senior and junior teams across the country. It offers a platform for players to showcase their skills, compete at higher levels, and gain invaluable experience. For more details about the NBL, visit Basketball England's official page: 

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Why Join Tribal Basketball's NBL Teams?

At Tribal Basketball, we’re not just building teams — we’re building a family.

  • A Family-Focused Culture:
    We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive environment where every player, regardless of experience or background, is valued. We believe basketball is more than a game — it’s a space where young people can feel part of something bigger, develop friendships, and grow in confidence.

  • Player Development First:
    While we love to compete, winning isn’t everything — especially at this stage in a young athlete’s journey. Our focus is on long-term development, not short-term trophies. We give every player the opportunity to learn, improve, and enjoy the game. There’ll be plenty of time for “win at all costs” basketball as they grow older — right now, we’re here to nurture, inspire, and have fun.

  • High-Quality Coaching:
    Our experienced coaching team is committed to developing players’ technical skills, game understanding, and teamwork — in a positive, encouraging environment.

  • Compete with Purpose:
    Entering the NBL gives our players the chance to test themselves against the best, represent their community, and experience the thrill of national league basketball — all while being part of something truly special.

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Key Information for Parents and Players:

  • Match Schedules: NBL matches all take place on weekends. All games will be held on either Saturday or Sunday, making planning your schedule much less stressful when balancing multiple commitments.

  • Training Sessions: Teams will have two training sessions a week. We are in the process of working out a schedule for all teams and this will be shared in the near future. Rest assured, training times and venues will remain consistent for each team throughout the season.

  • Player Commitment: Joining the NBL teams requires dedication to both training and matches. We encourage open communication to balance academic responsibilities, other sporting commintments, and basketball commitments effectively.

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How to Get Involved:

We are actively seeking enthusiastic players to join our U14 and U16 teams. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, there's a place for you at Tribal Basketball. Just head over to our bookings page and select the team sessions menu:

  • Trials: Trials for boys teams will be held on Thursday 1st May at Cathays High School

    • U14's: 5:30pm -7:00pm​

    • U16's: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

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  • Cant make the trials: Don't worry, we will be running an extensive pre season programme that you will be welcome to participate in. Just send us a message to register your interest in joining any of our teams.  You can get in touch via our contact page, email (info@tribalbasketball.net) or via social media.

 

#JoinTheTribe

We are excited about this new chapter and look forward to building a competetive and spirited teams. Join us as we embark on this thrilling journey in the NBL!

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