Competition & Training Fees
Iron Tigers Basketball is excited to offer competitive opportunities for young athletes in the upcoming season! Let’s get your child on the court! 
Central Coast Basketball - Terrigal
Competition Fees:
$350 per player (inclusive of GST)
This fee covers:
- Team nomination and competition entry fees to the Association
- Referee fees charged by the competition organiser
- Coaching payments for approximately 20 games (1 hour per week)
- Administration and coordination support from Iron Tigers staff
Sibling Discounts:
2nd child $40 off; 3rd child $60 off; 4th child and beyond $80 off
Competition fees are paid once per season and cover both terms
Training Fees (Per Term):
$320 per player | $35 per week by subscription | $40 per session PAYG Casual (all inclusive of GST)
The Central Coast Basketball competition runs across two school terms (approximately 20 weeks).
Training fees are charged per term, meaning this fee is payable at the start of each term.
This fee covers:
• Approximately 10 weeks of training per term
• 1.5-hour weekly sessions with paid, qualified Iron Tigers coaches
• Private court hire at commercial rates
• Access to club equipment and development programs
Sibling Discounts:
2nd child $40 off; 3rd child $60 off; 4th child and beyond FREE
Uniform Costs:
$65 per player (inclusive of GST)
– Mandatory Playing Uniform (reversible singlet and shorts)
$35 per player (inclusive of GST)
– Optional Training Singlet
Additional Costs:
BNSW Annual Registration Fee: $115 (paid directly to association).
Important Notes:
Competition fees are based on Central Coast Basketball’s competition only and are subject to change.
Teams entered into other competitions (Lake Haven, PCYC, etc.) have different fees and can be found further down the page.
Training fees are separate to ensure every player can participate in a team, even if they choose not to attend weekly training.
Fees also help cover club overheads including venue bookings, insurance, website hosting, IT software, administration, and coach development.
Uniform includes a reversible singlet and shorts.
Payment Plans and Arrangements
Payment plans and flexible arrangements are available for families who need them.
Please contact the club at accounts@irontigersbasketball.com.au to discuss available options before the season begins.
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Summary of Fees
Fee Type | Description | Amount (AUD) |
|---|---|---|
TOTAL | Per 20 Week Competition | $1,055 or $52.75 per week |
Competition Fees
(inclusive of GST) | Covers: Team nomination fee, Competition entry fee, Coaching fees for 20 games, Administration costs | $350 |
Training Fees (Per Term)
(inclusive of GST) | Covers: School term training sessions weekly with professional coaches, Court Hire | $320*
per term |
Uniform Costs
(inclusive of GST) | Mandatory Playing Uniform (reversible singlet and shorts) | $65 |
Additional Costs: BNSW Annual Registration Fee: $115 (paid directly to association).
Value for Money
When you break it down, a 20-week season at Terrigal works out to around $52.75 per week.
For that, each player receives:
• One weekly competition game with an accredited, paid coach on the sidelines
• A 1.5-hour professionally led training session each week
• A high-quality reversible uniform (singlet and shorts)
• Full season coordination, communication, and club support
Compared to many other sports or activities, Iron Tigers offers a professionally managed, high-value program that combines skill development, teamwork, and structured coaching in a positive and supportive environment.
other competition fees
Niagara Park Stadium
Competition & Training Fees
$395 per player (inclusive of GST)
This is an all-inclusive seasonal fee* covering both competition and training components.
This fee covers:
• Weekly team training sessions at a designated Iron Tigers training venue
• Game-day coaching for approximately 20 games (1 hour per week)
• Competition entry and referee fees
• Administration, insurance, and club coordination
• Invitations to Photo Day, Gala Day and the End-of-Season Awards Night
• Access to selected free school holiday camps
Uniform Costs
$65 per player (inclusive of GST)
– Mandatory playing uniform (reversible singlet and shorts)
$35 per player (inclusive of GST)
– Optional training singlet
Additional Costs
*Basketball NSW Annual Registration Fee: $115 per player
(paid directly to the association – covers player insurance and Basketball NSW membership)
Important Notes
The Niagara Park program is structured as an all-inclusive fee that combines both training and game-day costs.
Fees contribute directly to coach payments, referee and competition costs, and private facility hire.
Club overheads such as insurance, website hosting, IT software, administration, and coach development are also funded through these fees.
Uniforms are purchased separately and can be reused for future seasons.
lakehaven recreation centre competition
Competition & Training Fees
$320 per player (all-inclusive)
This is an all-inclusive seasonal fee covering both competition and training components.
This fee covers:
• Weekly team training sessions at Lake Haven Recreation Centre
• Game-day coaching for approximately 20 games (1 hour per week)
• Competition entry and referee fees
• Optional access to additional training sessions for U16 teams at other venues
• Administration, insurance, and club coordination
• Training singlet (reversible) provided at no additional cost
• Invitations to photo day and end-of-season awards night
• Access to selected free school holiday camps
Uniforms are not included in this package and can be purchased separately:
Playing uniform (reversible singlet and shorts): $65
Important Notes
The Lake Haven program is structured as an all-inclusive fee combining both training and game-day costs.
Fees contribute directly to coach payments, referee and competition fees, and private facility hire costs.
Club overheads such as insurance, website hosting, IT software, administration, and coach development are also funded through these fees.
Uniforms are purchased separately and can be reused for future seasons.
Pcyc bateau bay competition
Competition & Training Fees
$395 per player (inclusive of GST)
This is an all-inclusive seasonal fee covering both competition and training components.
This fee covers:
• Weekly team training sessions at PCYC Bateau Bay
• Game-day coaching for approximately 20 games (1 hour per week)
• Competition entry and referee fees
• Administration, insurance, and club coordination
• Invitations to Photo Day, Gala Day and the End-of-Season Awards Night
• Access to selected free school holiday camps
Uniform Costs
$65 per player (inclusive of GST)
– Mandatory playing uniform (reversible singlet and shorts)
$35 per player (inclusive of GST)
– Optional training singlet
Additional Costs
PCYC Membership: $15 per player (paid directly to PCYC, renewed annually)
Important Notes
The PCYC program is structured as an all-inclusive fee that combines both training and game-day costs.
Fees contribute directly to coach payments, referee and competition costs, and private facility hire.
Club overheads such as insurance, website hosting, IT software, administration, and coach development are also funded through these fees.
Uniforms are purchased separately and can be reused for future seasons.
Payment Plans and Arrangements
Payment plans and flexible arrangements are available for families who need them across all competitions. Please contact the club at accounts@irontigersbasketball.com.au to discuss available options before the season begins.
Iron Tigers vs. Independent Team: A Comparison
FEATURE | IRON TIGERS | INDEPENDENT TEAM |
|---|---|---|
Team Formation and Management | Iron Tigers handles team formation, coach allocation, and administrative tasks. | Parents/guardians are responsible for forming the team, figuring out how to coach, organising practices, and handling administrative tasks. |
Competition Entry and Registration | Iron Tigers handles team registration and player registrations with Central Coast Basketball or other competition hosts/organisers. | Parents/guardians are responsible for registering the team and all players with Central Coast Basketball and Basketball NSW. |
Coaching | Experienced, qualified coaches provide structured training sessions. | Parents/guardians may need to find and hire a coach, or rely on inexperienced coaches…or no coaching at all! |
Team Support | Iron Tigers provides support services like team uniforms, equipment, and administrative assistance. | Parents/guardians are responsible for sourcing uniforms, equipment, and handling administrative tasks. |
Tournament Entry | Iron Tigers as an official club gains entry into various regional tournaments such as the Big Banana Coffs Classic in Coffs Harbour, the Seaside Classic in Port Macquarie to name a few. | Independently arranged social teams are not able to enter these tournaments. |
Camaraderie and Community | Strong team culture and community atmosphere, fostering friendships and teamwork. | May require more effort from parents/guardians to build team cohesion and camaraderie. |
By joining Iron Tigers, your child becomes part of a privately run basketball organisation that provides professional coaching and administration.
Our programs are structured, inclusive, and designed to deliver a high-quality sporting experience, from training and game-day coaching to communication and event organisation. Your fees support the delivery of professional services, including paid and qualified coaches, privately hired venues, and dedicated administrative and operational support.
Players benefit from a supportive environment, experienced coaching, and opportunities to develop their skills through competitive play and regional tournaments such as the Big Banana Classic and the Seaside Classic.