Thanks to local coach Paul Carr every Thursday night over 50 young people come together for 2 hours of basketball in Dungloe. At the minute this basketball has a firm emphasis on fun and getting children active but coach Carr has bigger plans. “Only a couple of years ago we had a good junior club here and we would love to see that back again, the kids love basketball and it would be great to have them in the leagues again”.
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U14s who enjoyed a Green Shoots session in Dungloe with coach Paul Carr and Development officer Niall McDermott
Last week the kids took part in a Green Shoots session which allows children to learn the game of basketball in a fun environment focusing on physical literacy, basketball skills and the introduction of decision making skills. The kids loved the Green Shoots games with “Wolves and Sheep” a particular favourite in Dungloe.
If you have a child who is interested in playing basketball in Dungloe please get in touch with coach Carr at pcarr688@gmail.comĀ or call along on a Thursday night. Under 8s and under 10s play 7pm-8pm and the u14s play from 8pm-9pm. If you are interested in helping out coaching or looking to get involved please get in touch with coach Carr as in order to get a club up and running help is needed. No matter how little time you have to spare all help will be greatly appreciated!
If you would like to book a Green Shoots session for your club or school please get in touch at nmdermott@basketballireland.ie