COACHES
CORNER
COACHES AND TEAM MANAGERS:
This page offers information for our club coaches and team managers.
🏀 COACHES CORNER – SEASON OVERVIEW
Welcome and thank you for coaching with Emerald Lakers for the Winter 2026 season.
Your role is critical in creating a positive, organised and enjoyable experience for players and families. The information below outlines key timings, expectations and how communication will work throughout the season.
Season Start Dates
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Saturday 18 April – Under 8 to Under 16
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Sunday 19 April – Under 19 to Under 23
Team Allocation and Communication
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Teams will be finalised by the end of March
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Coaches will be notified prior to player communication
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Players and families will be informed via WhatsApp in early April
Coach responsibility:
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Hop into your team WhatsApp group promptly - this is how you, your team, and TM's will communicate. The club will provide the WhatsApp Group links shortly.
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Introduce yourself clearly
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Confirm training details as soon as allocated
Competition Rules and Coaches’ Responsibilities
Emerald Lakers teams compete in the Knox Basketball Junior Domestic Competition and all coaches are expected to be familiar with the competition’s rules, playing conditions and codes of conduct. These guidelines cover areas such as player eligibility, grading, uniforms, game timing, and behaviour standards for coaches, players and spectators.
Coaches play an important role in modelling respectful behaviour and supporting a positive game environment. As part of this, all Emerald Lakers coaches are expected to follow the Basketball Victoria Coaches’ Code of Conduct. This includes teaching respect for the rules and officials, ensuring players receive reasonable court time, prioritising player safety and wellbeing, and promoting good sportsmanship on and off the court.
We encourage all coaches to review the Knox Basketball Junior Domestic Competition Rules and Regulations to ensure they understand the expectations and procedures that guide our games each week.
Training Information
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Days: Monday to Thursday
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Time: Between 4.00 pm and 8.00 pm
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Location: Emerald Primary School Stadium
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Training times will be allocated after teams are confirmed
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Younger teams will generally take earlier time slots
Uniforms
👉 Direct all players to: https://www.emeraldlakers.com.au/uniforms
Key points for coaches:
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New players must order a uniform online
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Uniform numbers are allocated by the club
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Returning players can order new sizes if required
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A mass order will take place in July for number retention
Avoid managing uniform questions directly; refer players to the website or uniform coordinator on uniforms@emeraldlakers.com.au
Communication Channels
All communication is centralised through:
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WhatsApp- primary club and team communication
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Website - primary club and team communication
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Facebook Page - public club updates
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Instagram Page - public club updates
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Emerald Lakers Lounge – private family group for sharing updates and highlights
Coach expectation:
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Keep communication clear and consistent
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Avoid overloading messages
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Set expectations early around availability and attendance
Key Links
Website: https://www.emeraldlakers.com.au/
Uniforms: https://www.emeraldlakers.com.au/uniforms
Facebook Page - public club updates
Instagram Page - public club updates
Emerald Lakers Lounge – private family group for sharing updates and highlights
Team Equipment
At the beginning of each season, coaches will be provided with a team kit to support both training and game day.
Each team will receive a basketball and a basic first aid kit. These are to be used throughout the season at training sessions and games as required.
Coaches are responsible for the care and safekeeping of this equipment, and all items must be returned to the club at the end of the season.
Support and Contacts
If you need assistance:
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President: president@emeraldlakers.com.au
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Vice President: vicepresident@emeraldlakers.com.au
Final Note
Your role goes beyond training and game day. You set the tone for your team.
Clear communication, consistency and a positive approach will make a significant difference to the experience of every player.
Coaching Resources
Team Management Information
Team Managers play an important role in keeping each team organised and running smoothly throughout the season. Their support allows coaches to focus on training, game strategy and player development.
The role is simple and manageable, requiring around 15 minutes each week. Team Managers act as the key point of contact for parents and players, helping with communication, game-day organisation and general team logistics.
This includes:
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Managing the team WhatsApp group and keeping families informed
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Confirming weekly game times
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Organising the scoring roster
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Ensuring the team has enough players each week and coordinating fill-ins if needed
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Supporting the coach on game day where required
Team Managers also assist with handling any issues that arise, including injuries, player availability and general communication with club coordinators.
It’s a practical, supportive role that makes a big difference to the experience of both players and coaches.
Team Contacts
Boys Coordinator
Coaches Coordinator
Girls Coordinator
Basketball Victoria
Download information - Competition Resources
Victoria Basketball Referee Association
VBRA Knox, since being established in 1979, has serviced games in the greater Knox area consistently and has been an instrumental part in the development of the sport in the community. The Branch has continued to work in close cooperation with Knox Basketball to provide a service which is reliable and reflects the values of the sport and the association.