DSA Sports and Games (Basketball)
Kent Ridge Secondary School will offer DSA to eligible students via Floorball, Badminton and Basketball. This is in line with our Learning for Life Programme which harnesses the philosophy of Olympism to develop our students through the interaction of mind, body and will.
Background
Basketball is a sport that can be played in indoors and outdoors. Basketball has player positions where all players complement each other to outperform their opponents. It is a fast-paced and exciting game where there are many individual techniques for displaying skills such as ball-handling, shooting, passing, dribbling, shot-blocking and rebounding. All players are required to possess speed, agility, excellent dribbling and shooting skills.
The CCA-Basketball programme has proven to be an effective way to develop our ‘B’ and ‘C’ division players (boys and girls) to become determined, resilient and confident individuals. The provision of opportunities for our players to hone their leadership and game skills further complements the programme to develop 21st century competencies in our players. The Basketball programme also exposes students to different level of challenges and provides guidance from our dedicated, experienced and professional coaches.
Achievements
1. Team
2023
- National School Games South Zone ‘C’ Division Boys – Quarter Finalist
- Singapore Schools Sports Council - National School Games - 2 Students with Sportsmanship Award
2022
- National School Games South Zone ‘C’ Division Boys – Quarter Finalist
Training Programmes
1. Elementary Training Programme
This programme introduces the students to basic Basketball techniques e.g. principles and skills to dribble, pass, shoot and defend, as well as fitness training to improve stamina and footwork.
Additional training sessions are organised in preparation for competitions. Regular friendly matches are also arranged to help our players gain more game experience.
Training Frequency: 2 sessions (2.5 hours each) per week on Monday and Thursday
2. Advanced Training Programme
This programme is customised specifically for selected Basketball players, with a focus to sharpen their techniques and skills, as well as game play strategies, fitness and mental preparedness.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should preferably be/have
- part of the school team;
- represented their primary school in zonal and/or national competitions.
Selection Process
Shortlisted DSA applicants will be notified of the date for trial and interview by email. The trial and interview will be conducted on the same day.
| Performance Tasks | 1. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for a face-to-face selection trial. 2. The Basketball selection trials will consist of the following: - Physical Assessment - Individual Technical Skills Assessment - Game Situation Skills Assessment 3. Each applicant will be assessed by a panel of teacher(s) and coach(es) with a set of rubrics. The set of assessment rubrics is the same for all applicants. |
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| Interview | 1. Each applicant will be asked questions related to their experiences in the sport. 2. The applicant’s suitability and aptitude will be assessed by a panel of teacher(s) and coach(es). |
| Meeting all the criteria does not guarantee the applicant will be shortlisted/given an offer. | |
Contact Persons
DSA - Sports and Games (Basketball):
Mr Lim Kheng Joo Vincent
Email: lim_kheng_joo_vincent@schools.gov.sg
HOD Aesthetics & CCA: Ms Jaime Lim
Email: lim_hwee_fung_jaime@schools.gov.sg
School Contact
Kent Ridge Secondary School
147 West Coast Road
Singapore 127368
Tel: 67731127
Fax: 67735119
Email: krss@moe.edu.sg
