PLAYER INFORMATION

Panthers Cubs:

The Sydenham Panthers Cubs program introduces young children to the basics of basketball in a fun, supportive, and non-competitive environment. Designed for children 6 - 13 years old, the program helps develop fundamental skills and confidence while fostering a love for the game. It also serves as a pathway to future participation in the Keilor Basketball Association (KBA) junior domestic competition as a Panthers player.

Cubs Program Features:

• For children aged 6 - 13 yeas old

• Focus on basic skills, rules, and game concepts

• Fun, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

• No structured competition, purely skill development

• Casual, pay per term

• Pathway into the KBA junior domestic basketball competition

Keilor Basketball Association has two seasons, Summer and Winter :

• Summer Season: Runs from the start of Term 4 (after the September school holidays) through to the end of Term 1 the following year (before the April school holidays).

• Winter Season: Runs from the start of Term 2 (after the April school holidays) through to the end of Term 3 (before the September school holidays). 

• Registration opens about one month before the beginning of each season. 

PlayHQ is where players register and pay for registration. 

• All basketball player registrations are managed through PlayHQ, the official platform for community basketball across Australia. 

• PlayHQ makes it easy to register players, and pay fees. 

• To register, simply follow the unique PlayHQ link we provide when registration opens each season.

• The links for Registration can also be found on StackTeam App. 

• You can find the Apple and Android links to StackTeam App ad the bottom of this page.

Season Fees:

Fees are based on a number of factors including; hire of stadiums on game days, payments for referees and officials on game days, the costs to hire training venues, club administration costs, and Basketball Victoria membership. 

Season fees cover a participation medal or trophy for each player, which is presented during the team’s end of season celebration.

The registration fee is the only fee you pay for the season:

• Registration fees vary from season to season depending upon the length of the season.

• For Summer season 2025/2026 the registration fee is $287.

• Basketball Australia membership is charged every 12 months and is currently $5.50

• Basketball Victoria membership is charged every 12 months and is currently $29.

• There is a Keilor Basketball Association registration fee which is charged separately from the Sydenham Panthers fee and this is currently $19.50 per player per season.

Club Communication:

The club uses StackTeam App for communication with players and their families, we also post updates on Facebook. 

Communication includes information on:

• Critical dates such as registration, finals, end of season functions

• News on special events by KBA or Basketball Victoria

• Details of bylaws and explanations of rules as the need arises

• Sponsors information

To install StackTeam App:

1. Click the Apple Store or Google Play link at the bottom of this page to download the app.

2. Create an account.

3. Search & request to join “Sydenham Basketball Club”

4. Ensure app notifications are enabled.

Player Uniform:

Once a player has registered and the club has confirmed they have a position in a team, families will be contacted to organise a uniform fitting. We highly recommend a uniform fitting before making any purchases to ensure correct sizes. Uniform fittings will be completed at one of our training venues.

Part of the uniform process is the club allocating your child a jersey number. The reason the club does this is to ensure that there is no chance of a clash with an existing player in the same age group, as well as players in lower or higher age groups. This prevents the risk of players moving teams and then having a number clash. Numbers can be requested but may not be available.

Uniform orders and payments are placed via StackTeam App. Uniforms usually take around 4 weeks after payment confirmation and player number has been allocated.

If a player’s uniform hasn’t arrived by the start of the season, the club will loan them a uniform to use until theirs is ready. Loaned uniforms must be returned once the player’s own uniform has been received. This is generally organised and managed through the Team Manager.

At Sydenham Panthers, we believe that wellbeing is just as important as skill development and teamwork. Our Wellbeing Coordinator supports players, coaches, and families, whether it's navigating challenges on or off the court, checking in on mental health, or simply being someone to talk to. 

We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and positive environment for everyone in our basketball community.