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Girls Got Game

Girls Got Game is a basketball program designed specifically for primary and intermediate school age girls. ​ It aims to provide a fun and friendly environment for girls to learn and enjoy the sport of basketball. ​ The program focuses on developing movement and thinking skills in a social team setting.

The Girls Got Game program is based on Basketball New Zealand's Kiwi Hoops program but is modified to meet the needs and preferences of girls. ​ It is a flexible program that can be adapted to suit the resources and preferences of participants, schools, and providers.

The program consists of three stages. ​ The first stage is the Let's Play - Girls Got Game Intro Event, which is a girls-only event that can be run during school time or at a time that suits the participants. ​ This event is led by female coaches and/or female role models and is free of charge. ​ It aims to introduce girls to basketball and provide them with a positive and supportive experience. ​
The second stage is a six-week program that is also girls-only. It can be run during school time or at a time that suits the participants. ​ Each session is 45 minutes to 60 minutes in duration and is led by female coaches and/or female role models. ​ The program focuses on fundamental movement and basic basketball activities and games. ​
The third stage is ongoing participation for girls. ​ This stage includes capturing girls' details for continued communication, providing girls-only opportunities, and offering options for progression to the Kiwi Hoops program and game formats in schools and/or clubs. ​ It also aims to establish girls' leagues for local schools and/or club teams and introduce or modify mixed leagues to be more girl-friendly. ​

The Girls Got Game program aims to remove barriers for young girls and encourage their participation in basketball. ​ It addresses barriers such as not wanting to play with boys, social need to feel included, lower enthusiasm for competitive games, lack of time or resources, and the perception that basketball is a boys' sport. ​ The program provides suggestions and strategies to overcome these barriers and create a supportive and enjoyable environment for girls to learn and play basketball. ​

Overall, Girls Got Game is a program that aims to introduce more young girls to basketball, encourage them to be active, and provide them with a positive and fun experience in the sport. ​

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