Team Name:U16 BarbeauTotal Years Coaching:20 yearsTeams Played for:– Belleville Spirits (Grades 4-12)– Nicholson Crusaders (2003-2007)– University of Western Ontario (2007-2012)– Baskets Vilsbiburg- German Pro B League (2012)Favourite Practice Drills:Player led scrimmage and game situationsTop 3 Qualities You Want in a Player:– Someone who loves the success of their teammates– Players who are willing to play…

Name & Team: U13 Michell Years Coaching Basketball: 6 years coaching Spirits girls and boys Playing Background: Nicholson Crusaders, Old Man Rec Leagues Favourite Basketball drill: 1v1 full court Top 3 Qualities You Want in a Player: Work ethic, coachable, good attitude Your Favourite Basketball Memory: East Meets West overtime championship win with my U14…

Name & Team:
u16 ShakellYears Coaching Basketball:
10 years totalPlaying Background:Moira Trojans for 5 years (under the great Ken Smith)
Favourite Basketball Drill:Any competitive drill that produces lots of sweat (maybe a bit of blood)
Top 3 Qualities You Want in a Player:WE before ME attitude, hard worker, laughs at my jokes
Your Favourite Basketball Memory:Building a 275 link chain…

2025-2026 Team:U12 Belleville SpiritsYears Coaching Basketball:20 years, 18 with the SpiritsPlaying Background:I played volleyball and ball hockey as a kid. I got involved in coaching when my daughters started to play school and competitive basketball in London, OntarioFavourite Basketball Drill:2on2 Frenzy – it’s a fast-paced drill that works on transition, offense, defense, passing, outlets, closeouts,…

Name & Team:Coach McGrath – U19Years Coaching Basketball:7 years with Belleville SpiritsPlaying Background:Loyalist CollegeFavourite Basketball Drill:First to 10 team lay-ups�Top 3 Qualities You Want in a Player: Attitude/Effort/Willingness to learn�Your Favourite Basketball Memory: back to back to back OBA championships�Basketball Pet Peeve:a busted mesh�Pre-Game Playlist Must-Have:Warm It Up – Kris Kross�Favourite Thing to Do Outside…

A huge thank you to everyone who has already signed up — the momentum is building!  We’re thrilled about the possibility of having multiple teams at u13, u14, u15, and u16 levels this season.That means even more opportunities for athletes to develop their game, compete, and be part of the Spirits family.  Find our tryout schedule and…

Tired of reffing from the stands?Now’s your chance to make it official We’re looking for new officials of all ages (especially young people!) who want to stay involved in the game and earn extra cash  Intro Session: August 28 @ 7 PM Location: Nicholson Catholic College, Providence Gym Email: bqbabo.secretary@gmail.com More info: www.bqbabo.caPlease share this and help us grow the next…

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