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Basketball Head Coach

Volunteering opportunity with Fife Steel Basketball Club

Organisation
Fife Steel Basketball Club
Type
Sports / Outdoor activities
Benefits
Sport / Outdoor activities
Age
18 to 100
Expenses
Yes – Travel expenses will be discussed with volunteers on an individual basis.
Saltire Awards
Yes, this opportunity counts towards the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12 to 25
Taster
No taster session for this opportunity
Reference
VO97473 · updated 13 June 2025

About this opportunity

Fife Steel Basketball Club (FSBC) are looking for enthusiastic Basketball Head Coaches to be responsible for instructing players during practice and games. The responsibilities of a Head Basketball Coach is to deliver fundamental basketball skills to players at a high level, including creating team sportsmanship, maintaining players enjoyment in the sport, and providing mentorship.
To be successful as a Head Basketball Coach, you should have solid knowledge of basketball and its rules, be able to develop winning strategies, and have good communication skills. They are looking for a Head Coaches who can enthuse players by delivering the sport of basketball to players of various ages through different evening training sessions during the week.
They deliver Basketball Sessions to a wide group abilities and ages from 7 years to 76 year olds, for both Boys, Girls, Men and Women.

When it takes place

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What you need to know

Training

The person will be given an initial induction to the club, then asked to shadow existing Coaches, the Head Coach will be given training by Basketball Scotland to Team Coach level.

The Head Coach will also be required to have a new PVG with Basketball Scotland and valid First Aid Certificate.

The Head Coach will be supported by Fife Steel Basketball Club Lead Head Coach.

Experience

Understanding of game and the rules and previous experience with basketball. Teaching/coaching experience would be advantageous.
Ability to develop ideas to optimise performance.
Follow Basketball Scotland fundamentals requirements.
Must be in good physical condition.
Be able to motivate players and have good leadership skills.

Restrictions
No restrictions were specified.
How to apply

Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; PVG membership required; Trial Period

Travel

High Schools across Kirkcaldy and Central Fife.

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