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She Hoops is heading to Ballina as part of its national Play Our Way programs. Photo www.shehoops.com.au

She Hoops has Ballina on the list of nationwide basketball clinics and leadership workshops for young girls and women. 

The Play Our Way programs will see She Hoops will deliver 32 Participation and 25 Leadership Camps as well as providing 120 scholarships and 120 mentorship opportunities over the next three years.

The program is being led by Australian basketballer Lauren Jackson and will run over two days on Ballina on April 7 and 8.  

‘We’re dedicated to breaking barriers and fostering a community where women and girls are seen, heard, and empowered,’ say She Hoops. 

Monday, April 7 will see a Girls Basketball Clinics for all levels and a leadership workshop for 16+ years. Tuesday, March 8 will see a Girls Basketball Clinics for 8+ and a general leadership workshop. 

‘There will also be touchpoints for girls and women to gain accreditation in coaching and officiating with the future leaders program,’ said She Hoops in a press release. 

Find out more and register on the She Hoops events page. 

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