2026 Basketball Semester One will open for registration in January.
Registration will close Friday 23 January 2026
Before your child commits to this sport please read the very important information below.
If you have any questions or require additional information about Basketball, please email our Basketball Department.
Basketball Information
General Info
Basketball competitions are run across two semesters each year.
Semester 1 – Terms 1 & 2
Semester 2 – Terms 3 & 4
Each semester requires separate registration and trials, where new teams may be formed and training dates may change.
“From bloodlines to baselines, you were born for this”
- Isaac Fotu, NZ Tall Black. Ex NX student
Game times & venue
Semester One starts with grading games on Monday TBC
Game location: Games are played at various venues, including but not limited to: Eventfinda Stadium, AUT Akoranga Drive, Massey University, Northcross Intermediate, YMCA, and Transformation Academy.
Game day & time: All games are held on Monday afternoon/evenings. The earliest round is 3.50pm with the last round finishing approx 8.30pm.
Information regarding weekly game times can be found on the North Harbour Basketball website once competition commences.
Fees
Girls and Boys: $210 per player / per semester
- Non-refundable deposit of $90 is required on registration.
- Balance of $120 will be loaded onto your child's account once the semester commences. This will be due for payment by Friday 24 April.
- If your child is not able to commit to the season, after Monday 30 March the balance will be expected to be paid in full at this time.
Please note: The $90 deposit will be required at time of registration is non-refundable.
The due date for the balance is Friday 24 April.
Registration
Registration for Semester Two will open in Jnauary.
Register via the NX Online Shop
A non-refundable deposit of $90 will be required at time of registration. See Fees for more information.
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Please note: While we will accept registrations from all players, Harbour Basketball may not be able to fit all teams into the competition so some players may miss out. If this is the case, then the registration deposit will be refunded.
Harbour Basketball Registration
Registration with Harbour Basketball
All players must register with Harbour Basketball or they will not be able to play.
This needs to be completed each Semester.
This will link you to the Northcross club. If you have registered previously you still need to go in to the link below but most fields will be prefilled with your previous information. When the teams are selected, the players will be added to the correct team so that their name appears on the iPads and you receive glory league videos of your games.
Can you all please go to this link below. It costs nothing and only takes a few minutes.
Trials
All students who register, will be placed in a team, however in order to ensure your child is placed in the team that is right for them, trials will take place.
Semester One trials will be held Tuesday 27 January through to Thursday 29 January. Friday 30 January may be used. Days and times for your child will be emailed out after the close of registration. Subsequent trial information will be emailed out the evening prior. It is imperative that you check you emails daily this week.
While we appreciate the support from parents, due to the format of the trials it is advised that parents do not attend.
Training
Training days: Either Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday
Time: After school
Location: The NX Gym
Uniform: it is expected all players are in school uniform, no mufti. Once allocated - playing singlets are NOT to be work for trainings.
Specific days and times will be dependent on which team each student is placed in.
All girls teams will train on Wednesdays.
Please note – Training days and times may change between semester 1 and 2.
Selection process
We go through a very thorough selection process to finalise our teams and players will be placed in a team that our selectors have determined best suits their ability and experience. While inevitably there will be some movement of players, both up and down teams, it is important to remember that this movement can be a result of the following factors:
- New players who did not play last year can create movement for other players, especially if they are placed in a higher team, resulting in other players moving to a lower team.
- Individual development and growth over the summer months. If individual players have put in an extra effort and completed additional training over the holiday, this can definitely show during trials, resulting in higher performance on the court and some movement between teams.
We understand that some students will have questions regarding the trial process and eventually the team selection – if your child does, please ask them to see Anna in the sports office.
As per our Sports Selection Policy, no correspondence regarding team selection will be entered into. If you wish to view it, please download the document at the bottom of this page.
If you have any basketball queries, please email basketball@northcross.school.nz
Club Information
We are lucky in the Harbour zone to have a few options for our students to experience further basketball opportunities, including holiday camps.
The Swish Factory
The ultimate playground for ballers! Whether you’re here to run fast breaks with friends or perfect your shot, Swish is the place to unleash your potential. With state-of-the-art facilities and an unbeatable atmosphere, every shot you take is more than just a play - its a game changer.
Hoop 33
From first baskets to elite performance, from strength gains to community vibes — Hoop33 is more than a gym. It's your full-circle hub for making progress in your sport and in your health and lifestyle.
Flaxhill
Flaxhill has an emphasis initially on Basketball Camps, Matt & Sonny are focused on helping young players improve their skills, learn important lessons & values and ultimately reach their potential on and off the floor.
Coaches, managers & umpires
Each Basketball team will need a coach and manager. If we cannot get enough coaches we will have to reduce the number of teams and unfortunately some children may miss out on playing.
If you are interested in being a coach or manager for Basketball, please indicate this on registration.
Please note: All coaches and managers are required to be police vetted by Northcross. The relevant forms and instructions will be emailed out to you to be completed and returned in a prompt fashion. If you have previously been vetted by Northcross, we will advise if further action is required.
