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Welcome to EMC Combine, where passion for basketball meets academic growth. EMC Combine prides itself on fostering the talents of young athletes while emphasising the importance of education.
Through our experiences and networks, our program provides aspiring basketball players with the opportunity to develop technical and tactical skills, along with the habits and mindset required to be successful on the court and in the classroom.
At EMC Combine, we believe in nurturing the whole athlete, empowering them to excel academically, athletically, and personally. Join us as we embark on a journey of growth, development, and achievement.
EMC Combine – 2025
Year 7 Boys
Year 7 Girls
• Each year, the program will extend into the future Year levels.
• By 2030, we aim to have a Girls and Boys Team in all Year levels.
Weekly Training Schedule
• Monday: 7:15 – 8:15am.
• Wednesday: 7:15 – 8:15am.
• Optional – Tuesday & Thursday court access: 7:30-8:30am.
• 1 session built into student’s timetable.
*1 day per term – Basketball Camp at Hoop City.
Academic Requirements
• Maintain 3.5+ score on Progress Reports.
• School Attendance above 90%.
• Daily behaviour monitored through Compass Chronicle.
• All assessment tasks handed in on time.
• 100% attendance at all College events.
• After school Study Hall attendance if student has fallen behind in required work.
Try Out and Application Process
All student athletes will be required to submit an application as well as participate in an on-court trial.
Further details to come.
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Meet the Head Coaches
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What is included in the Academy?
• 3 Elite Basketball Development Sessions per week.
• Compete in School Tournaments.
• Mentoring and Guidance from experienced and passionate Coaches.
• Additional Academic Support.
• Regular Teacher Check Ins to monitor classroom behaviours.
• Academy Training Uniform, Warm Up Top, T-Shirt, and Hoodie.
• Free and Discounted Access to Elite Sporting Facilities.
• Excursions to NBL and WNBL Training.
• Free access to Basketball Courts.
Our Coaches Connections and Network
• USA College coaches/recruiters.
• Basketball Victoria.
• Basketball Australia.
• High Performance Facilities (Hoop City & St. Kilda Football Club).
• NBL / WNBL.
• NBL1 / WNBL1.
• Big V.
• Local Representative Clubs.
*Basketball methodology will be in line with Basketball Australia and Basketball Victoria.
Payment
Academy costs to be confirmed.
How to Apply
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Contact us via email combine@emc.vic.edu.au or follow us on Facebook and Instagram.