Youth Basketball Leadership and Mentorship Day

Date: November 15, 2025
Location: Training Basketball Céline Dumerc, 315 Route de Serne, 26300 Jaillans
Admission: Free

Event Description

The Youth Basketball Leadership and Mentorship Day is an engaging, full-day event designed to teach young athletes the principles of leadership, mentorship, and personal responsibility through the medium of basketball. This program emphasizes character development alongside athletic growth, providing participants with practical tools to become confident leaders both on and off the court.

The event begins at 9:00 AM with an orientation and introduction session. Participants are welcomed by our head coaches and mentors, who explain the objectives of the day. Emphasis is placed on the importance of leadership, teamwork, accountability, and positive influence within a sports context. Participants are divided into age-appropriate groups to ensure maximum engagement and peer interaction.

From 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM, the morning session focuses on leadership drills and team challenges. Activities include cooperative obstacle courses, strategic problem-solving exercises, and team-based games that require collaboration and effective communication. Coaches and mentors observe group dynamics, offering guidance on decision-making, motivation, and conflict resolution. Each activity reinforces the idea that effective leadership is rooted in listening, supporting, and empowering others.

A break from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM allows participants to relax and discuss insights from the morning sessions. From 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM, the event transitions to mentorship exercises, pairing older or more experienced players with younger participants. These one-on-one and small-group sessions focus on skill sharing, constructive feedback, and encouragement. Participants learn how to mentor others, provide guidance, and foster a supportive environment—skills that are transferable to school, community, and personal life.

Lunch is scheduled from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, providing time for informal interaction, relationship building, and reflection on the morning activities. The afternoon session, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, features leadership in action on the court. Participants engage in modified games and scrimmages where they take turns leading teams, making strategic decisions, and motivating teammates. Coaches provide real-time feedback and encourage reflection on leadership decisions, communication, and teamwork.

The event concludes from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM with a wrap-up and recognition ceremony. Participants share experiences, highlight lessons learned, and receive certificates of participation acknowledging their development as leaders and mentors. Coaches emphasize how these skills extend beyond basketball, preparing young people for challenges in everyday life.

This Youth Basketball Leadership and Mentorship Day is designed to empower participants with practical leadership skills, enhance teamwork, and create a culture of mentorship and personal growth. It is a dynamic and interactive experience that combines sport with education, character development, and community engagement.