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The “Basketball for Girls in Schools Programme” is a five-year national initiative (2026-2030) dedicated to promoting Basketball among girls in Rwanda. Targeting girls aged 12 to 15, the programme will focus on both girls-only schools and mixed schools with existing girls’ Basketball teams, aiming to significantly increase participation, enhance skills, and open competitive pathways for young female athletes.
Beginning with a one-year pilot phase in January 2026 across five selected schools in four provinces and Kigali City, the programme will progressively expand to 30 schools nationwide, with priority given to all-girls schools that are not already participating in existing initiatives such as the Junior NBA or similar programmes. By providing comprehensive training, mentorship, and structured competition, it seeks to develop a strong talent pipeline feeding into the Rwanda Women’s Basketball League, the Women’s National Team, and international Basketball clubs.
Core components include skills development clinics, annual elite camps, mentorship by professional athletes, coaching and officiating capacity-building, court renovations, and the provision of quality equipment. Educational sessions will cover basketball knowledge, athlete well-being, life skills, gender inclusion, as well as creative modules introducing girls to art and fashion. Ultimately, the programme will empower girls both on and off the court—nurturing discipline, teamwork, leadership, creativity, and confidence.
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Practical sessions covering fundamentals (dribbling, shooting, passing, defense) and advanced techniques adapted to various skill levels;
Coaching Workshops: Professional development for local coaches and PE teachers; Referee & Officiating Training: Encouraging both girls and boys to qualify as referees and gain officiating skills.
Basketball Knowledge: Game history, rules, tactics, sportsmanship; Athlete Well-being: Mental health, stress management, resilience building; Physical Health: Nutrition, injury prevention, recovery techniques; Life Skills: Leadership, teamwork, communication, career planning; Safety & Inclusion: Gender equality, child protection, inclusion of girls with disabilities; Creative Modules: Introducing girls to failoring, fashion painting, fostering creativity and self-expression.
Elite Development Camps: Holiday camps focused on skill refinement and leadership; Friendly Matches & Exhibitions: Against local clubs, universities, and visiting teams; Annual Basketball For Girls National Competition: Flagship nationwide girls’ Basketball event.
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