About us
About The Club
We are a community focused basketball club based in Southend-on-Sea, committed to developing players both on and off the court.
We deliver high quality basketball sessions for a wide range of abilities and age groups, from young beginners taking their first steps in the sport through to experienced athletes competing at a national level.
Our teams compete in the Basketball England National League across multiple age categories, providing a clear and structured performance pathway for aspiring players.
At Scorpions, player development sits at the heart of everything we do. Our coaching philosophy focuses on:
Fundamental skill development
Game understanding and decision-making
Physical literacy and athletic development
Personal growth, confidence, and teamwork
We pride ourselves on creating a positive, inclusive, and challenging environment where players are supported to reach their potential at their own pace.
Teams
Our teams
We offer a wide range of teams designed to support players at different ages, abilities, and stages of development.
Our team structure allows players to enter the club at any point and progress in line with their commitment, development, and aspirations.
Junior Teams (U11 – U18)
We run junior teams across multiple age groups, providing opportunities for players to train, develop, and compete in appropriate environments.
Junior teams focus on:
Age-appropriate skill development
Game understanding and basketball IQ
Positive competition experiences
Building confidence, discipline, and teamwork
