SHOOTING ACADEMY
Launching in term 4 of 2026 the Swisherr Hoops Academy team is excited to announce a new academy program focused on shooting development.
Run out of Elizabeth College this program is targeted for athletes who are wanting to focus on getting up a high volume of shoots in a structured and coached environment where they will be receiving individualised feedback.
Athletes will be supported to:
Refine shooting technique, improve consistency and build confidence through purposeful repetition with a focus on not only quantity but also quality.
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The program is available to U12s to U18s athletes based in Southern Tasmania who have played club basketball.
Meet Your Coaches
This program is developed by Director of Coaching Anthony Stewart and delivered by UBL & NBL1 athletes:
Claire Murray
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Jordan Straatsma
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Zoe Levett
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Alex Bestwick
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Program focus
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Refine Technique
Through targeted coaching athletes will work to refine their shooting technique by breaking down key components of an effective shot. Coaches will help identify technical habits to help create a more repeatable shot.
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Improve Consistency
The program will focus on improving shooting technique by reinforcing technique through purposeful repetition. Athletes will be challenged to replicate the same shot machanics therefore developing the ability to build consistency.
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Build Confidence
A key component of this program is to develop trust in their shot through constructive feedback and challenges leading to success. Athletes will be exposed to game-like scenarios to repeat the same shot under pressure.
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Age groups based on 2026 brackets are as follows:
U12s born in 2016 and 2015
U14s born in 2014 and 2013
U16s born in 2012 and 2011
U18s born in 2010 and 2009
Below is a provisional schedule subject to change slightly due to demand and interest for each age group.
Mondays
4-5pm U12 & U14 Boys
5-6pm U16 & U18 Boys
Should demand increase beyond these sessions groups may be spilt into
The program will run from week 2 of term 4, October 26th and 27th for 8 weeks.
Tuesdays
4-5pm U12 & U14 Girls
5-6pm U16 & U18 Girls