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At 'Inspire Suffolk' | 6 - 7:30pm
Start Date | Monday 13th April 2026
Finish Date | Monday 13th July 2026
The Playground2Pro U13 Centre of Excellence offers young players the chance to experience high‑level basketball coaching in partnership with Ipswich Basketball Club.
Designed as a bridge between primary school participation sessions, our U10 ‘Rising Stars Academy' and the only ‘premier' National League programme in Suffolk, it provides a supportive environment for players showing potential between the ages of 10–13 (School Years 6–8).
What the Programme Offers
Professional coaching delivered in a fun, engaging environment
A pathway into Ipswich Basketball Club, one of the UK’s most respected clubs
Opportunities for selected players to represent Ipswich Basketball Club at U12 and U13 level
A long-standing development programme that has helped produce players who have gone on to compete in Junior National League, Senior National League, and even international basketball
Session Details
Mondays, 6:00–7:30pm
Venue: Inspire Suffolk
Cost: £100 per term (14 sessions), payable before the first session
Weekly payment option: £10 per session (cash), though booking online is preferred
Summer Term 2026: Monday 13 April – Monday 13 July
Prices are adjusted for players joining partway through the term
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Copleston Sports Centre | 5:30 - 7pm
Start Date | Thursday 16th April 2026
Finish Date | Thursday 16th July 2026
The Rising Stars Academy is the newest addition to the Playground2Pro pathway and the first programme of its kind. Delivered in partnership with Ipswich Basketball Club, it offers young players their first step into high‑quality coaching and long‑term player development.
Who the Programme Is For
The Rising Stars Academy is designed for boys and girls aged 8–10 (School Years 4 & 5) who show early potential and enthusiasm for basketball. Sessions focus on building strong fundamentals, confidence, and enjoyment of the game, all within a supportive and engaging environment.
This programme acts as an introduction to the wider Ipswich Basketball Club pathway, which includes our established U13 Centre of Excellence—the next step for players who progress from Rising Stars.
Why Rising Stars Matters
A dedicated early‑development programme for young, ambitious players
Professional coaching delivered in partnership with one of the UK’s most respected clubs
A fun, structured environment that prepares players for future National League opportunities
Exploration of competitive opportunities, including potential U10 fixtures run jointly with Ipswich Basketball Club
A pathway that mirrors the success of our U13 Centre of Excellence, which has helped develop players who have gone on to compete in Junior National League, Senior National League, and even international basketball
Session Details
Thursdays, 5:30–7:00pm
Venue: Copleston Sports Centre
Cost: £100 per term (14 sessions), payable before the first session
Summer Term 2026: Thursday 16 April – Thursday 16 July
Prices are adjusted for players joining after the term has started
Weekly payment option: £10 per session (cash), though online booking is preferred
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Copleston Sports Centre | 6 - 7pm
Start Date | Monday 13th April 2026
Finish Date | Monday 18th May 2026
For Under 13 to Under 18’s
Playground2Pro has rebranded what was our ‘Elite Skills Sessions’.
The next block of our hugely successful new ‘Elite Shooting Clinic’ with Harriet Welham is now available to book. Sessions will be at Copleston Sports Centre between 6-7pm, and will be run in half termly blocks at the cost of £50 for each block.
The next block is from Monday 13th April to Monday 13th May 2026.
The aim of the sessions is to help equip ambitious players with one of, if not the single most important skill in the modern game - the ability to shoot. These session’s will give tips on shooting technique and mentality and will then take players through a series of drills and practices that have helped Harriet become one of the greatest shooters in English Basketball history.
Harriet Welham is the Women’s National Basketball League all time leading scorer, as well as three point shooter and is considered to be one of, if not the greatest player in WNBL history.
Players in the area should not miss out on this opportunity.
Places are limited to 15 per session, and will be on a first come first served basis.
Please note that these sessions are targeting ambitious, high level players - they will not be scrimmaged based.
*All sessions exclude school holidays and bank holidays.
EASTER
CAMP
SPRING
CAMP
Tuesday 26th or Wednesday 27th May 2026
Copleston Sports Centre | 10 - 4pm
Led by National Player Development Coach of the Year Nick Drane
Attend one day of this specialist camp targeting high level National League 13-18 year old girls and boys.
In partnership with TMB | Registration fee includes TMB Reversible jersey
Guest Coach | To Be Confirmed
Limited Spaces Available | Book Now
Tuesday 26th & Wednesday 27th May 2026
Copleston Sports Centre | 10 - 4pm
Led by National Player Development Coach of the Year Nick Drane
Attend both days of this specialist camp targeting high level National League 13-18 year old girls and boys.
In partnership with TMB | Registration fee includes TMB Reversible jersey
Guest Coach | To Be Confirmed
Limited Spaces Available | Book Now
Thursday 28th May 2026
Copleston Sports Centre | 10 - 3pm
For Under 8-12 years
Targeting ambitious and talented 8-12 year old girls and boys.
Limited Spaces Available | Book Now