Basil Hockey Juniors Academy

12/09/2025

Parents of young athletes, this one is for you.

We all hope our kids will succeed in their sport, but what if the most valuable lessons are happening off the scoreboard? Our latest newsletter highlights the powerful insights of a Basil Sports Academy parent, Norma, who shares what she's learned from the sidelines.

Discover how hockey builds:
➡️ Resilience: The quiet strength to get up after a tough play.
➡️ Support Systems: The power of being your child's "safest place to land."
➡️ True Success: The understanding that worth is measured by character, not wins.

This is more than a story about hockey; it's a guide to nurturing strong, confident, and well-rounded individuals.

Choosing a sport for your child is a decision filled with hope—the hope that they will find joy, build friendships, and grow into confident individuals. But what happens when that journey truly begins? What does it look like from the sidelines, and what does it teach us? We spoke with Norma Tsara ...

09/09/2025

As a parent, you want more than just a sport for your child—you want an activity that builds their character, confidence, and discipline. That's precisely what we focus on at Basil Sports Academy.

Our latest article,

"Beyond the Field: How Hockey Builds Character & Discipline" explains how we go past the basic skills to help young athletes develop valuable life lessons on and off the field.

We're all about creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment, led by our expert coaches.

Ready for your child to gain confidence, learn teamwork, and become a part of our amazing community?

Click to read the full story and learn more about our philosophy:

02/09/2025

🤩 What a weekend it was! We're still buzzing from the incredible two-day girls' hockey games we hosted at .The energy on the field was absolutely ELECTRIC! ⚡️
A huge shout-out to the incredible teams who joined us:
🔥 Our very own Basil Hockey Academy Girls, who showed incredible teamwork and skill! 💯
🇿🇼 Girls High School from Harare, Zimbabwe, who brought some serious talent and sportsmanship all the way from Zim! 🇿🇼👏
🇧🇼 And last but not least, Tlogatloga CJSS Hockey Club, who played their hearts out and showed true grit! 💖🇧🇼
The games were a fantastic display of passion, dedication, and amazing hockey. We saw some incredible goals, brilliant saves ✨, and most importantly, fantastic teamwork and camaraderie between all the players. 🥰

Thank you to everyone who came out to support the girls and your cheers made all the difference! 🙌📣
Let's keep the momentum going and continue to grow the love for girls' hockey. Can't wait for the next one! 🎉

21/08/2025

Unravel Greatness with Basil Sports! 🇧🇼🏑

Our Basil Girls are gearing up for an unforgettable test series against Girls High School Harare at Enko Botho, Gaborone – and we want YOU to be part of the story! From 22–23 August 2025, watch young athletes showcase talent, teamwork, and resilience as they compete alongside Rising Stars of Bontleng Hockey Club and Tlogatloga Hockey Club.

This isn’t just another game; it’s a celebration of determination and community. Come cheer on our players, meet new friends, and discover how sports can unlock confidence and leadership in every girl. 🌟

📅 Save the Date: 22–23 August 2025
📍 Venue: Enko Botho, Gaborone

👉 Follow for training tips, behind‑the‑scenes stories, and future events.
👉 Share your own sports journey in the comments – we’d love to hear how you’re unravelling your greatness!
👉 Tag a friend who should be there with you!

21/07/2025

Our mini hockey juniors 🚀 The Basil Arrows 🏹 playing a the hockey league. They made new friends, and are falling in love with the game.