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Basketball Mentors

Elite Position Based Group Training

Elite Position Based Group Training

Carefully organised group training sessions based off age & skill to maximise indivdiual ability to implement skills & moves in games

$50 per session + Weekly Shooting Machine Session

Group Training

Signup for one of our new group classes and experience the Basketball Mentors difference. 

Each session is capped at just 4 athletes per group, grouped by age, skill level, and position, so every drill, rep, and coaching cue is directly relevant to how you actually play the game.

All attendees also receive access to our shooting bays with Dr Dish machines once per week for 30 minutes — additional reps outside of your session to lock in your shot.


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What Bayside parents are saying

★★★★★

"My Daughter started attending the skills academy because she wanted to be pushed and make the highest level in rep she can. This year she made VC and loves coming back every term"

— Talar, U16 Girls VC Parent

★★★★★

"My son is new to basketball and has really enjoyed his first term at the Skills Academy. He cant wait to come back for Term 2"

— Kevin, U10 Boys Parent

★★★★★

"Cal and the team create a terrific environment for the kids to learn and improve. These sessions provide the opportunity to focus on skills, with expert guidance, which you often don't get time to work on in team training sessions. My daughter loves her sessions and is starting to incorporate what she has learnt into her games. "

— Ben, U14 Girls Rep Parent

What to expect

Athletes will work through structured, position-based skill development sessions that focus on:

  • Guards — Ball handling, shot creation off the dribble, reading the defence, finishing at the rim and mid-range
  • Wings/Forwards — Off-ball movement, catch and shoot, driving lanes, versatile scoring and defensive footwork
  • Bigs/Centres — Post footwork and finishing, pick and roll reads, rebounding positioning, passing from the high post

All groups work on:

  • Footwork and body control for their specific role
  • Shooting technique and shot selection in position
  • Decision-making and game application
  • Confidence, consistency, and basketball IQ

Training is high-rep, high-feedback, with coaches actively correcting, teaching, and challenging athletes throughout every session.

Why Position Based Training?

Most group sessions run every player through the same drills regardless of where they play. We don't do that.

Position based training means:

  • Every drill is built around the decisions your position makes in real games
  • Coaching feedback is specific to your role, not generic
  • You develop the skills that actually show up in rep trials and club games
  • Athletes progress faster because everything they work on directly transfers

This format is ideal for players preparing for representative basketball, chasing selection, or ready to move from developing to dominating in their position.

Who It's For

  • Junior domestic and representative players (U12–U18)
  • Athletes who want position-specific development, not generic group training
  • Players preparing for rep trials or aiming to move up a division
  • Anyone serious about becoming the best player they can be in their role

Program Focus

✔ Position-specific skill development
✔ Small groups of 4, grouped by age and ability
✔ Maximum reps with constant coach feedback
✔ Skills that directly transfer to game performance
✔ High accountability, competitive environment

Spots are limited to maintain training quality.

Meet your coaches

Real playing pedigree. Proven coaching results. Every session is run by a coach who has been where your player wants to go.

Cal Charge – Founder and Head Coach, Basketball Mentors

Cal Charge

Founder & Head Coach

After a junior and senior playing career that included college in America, Cal turned his passion for basketball towards coaching in 2016. Since then he has coached 5,000+ kids across private sessions, group sessions and holiday clinics. Cal was the first girls coach at McKinnon to make the National Junior Classic, coached to a top-half finish at U14 Club Nationals, and has helped multiple athletes go from U12s to Division 1 College Basketball.

  • Proven to get athletes from U12 to NCAA Division 1
  • 15 years representative coaching experience
  • Has coached athletes from 2/3 teams to state teams
  • U16 Girls VC Championship Head Coach
  • 2,000+ athletes coached through private and group sessions
Matt Burke – Elite Coach, Basketball Mentors

Matt Burke

Elite Coach

With 20 years of playing and coaching experience, Matt brings elite-level knowledge to every session. A former NBL1/SEABL athlete and Big V All-Star 5 selection, Matt has coached at both senior and junior representative level and now leads high performance at Bentleigh SC Sports Academy.

  • 20 years playing and coaching experience
  • NBL1/SEABL athlete & Big V VYCM All-Star 5
  • VYCM Assistant Coach – Sandringham Sabres
  • U20 Victorian Championship Coach
  • Director of High Performance – Bentleigh SC Sports Academy
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Samantha Miller-Randle – Ball Handling Specialist, Basketball Mentors

Samantha Miller-Randle

Ball Handling Specialist

Following an extensive junior playing career that included multiple VC seasons with the Casey Cavaliers and Westernport, Samantha is now dedicating her knowledge and love of basketball to teaching the next generation – helping every player find their own way and their own love of the game.

  • Lead ball handling coach at our Saturday Skills Academy
  • Coaches small group and private lessons for boys and girls of all ages
  • Multiple seasons coaching experience at Dandenong Rangers

Weekly schedule

Bayside Basketball HQ, Cheltenham  ·  Small groups of 4  ·  Led by Cal Charge

Friday 4:30pm Open 4 Spots Available
Friday 5:15pm Open 4 Spots Available
Friday 6:00pm Open 4 Spots Available
Wednesday 4:15pm U12 Rep Girls 1 Spots Available
Wednesday 5:00pm Open 4 Spots Available
Wednesday 5:45pm Open 4 Spots Available

Select your session in the dropdown above to book  ·  Unavailable sessions are sold out

Got questions?
Frequently asked questions
Club and school training focuses on the team. We focus entirely on the individual player — their specific weaknesses, their confidence, their game. That's why players who train with us consistently outperform their peers at rep trials. Small groups, expert coaches, and a structured plan that actually progresses week to week.
Most parents notice real changes in ball handling and confidence within 3–4 sessions. Our structured 8-week progression plan means every session builds on the last — so improvement compounds the longer they're with us. It's not random drills, it's a system that works.
Not at all. We welcome players at every level — from complete beginners to those chasing rep selection. We never put a child in a situation where they feel embarrassed or left behind. Small group sizes mean our coaches can always adjust the session to suit who's in the room.
That's exactly why we offer a free trial first — zero risk, zero pressure. Come in, give it a go, and see how your child responds. If it's not the right fit we'll tell you honestly rather than take your money. We're more interested in the right match than a quick sale.
Book a free trial and we'll take care of the rest. Cal will assess your child's current level in person and recommend the best program for their age, ability, and goals. There's no obligation and no pressure — just an honest conversation about what will help your child the most.

Still have questions? We're happy to help.

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