FAQs

PHOENIX BASKETBALL CLUB - FAQs

1. Where does Phoenix BC play it’s basketball.

Phoenix BC’s main home court is at our three court facility at Lisburn Racquets Club. 

However we also operate in Carryduff (at Lough Moss Leisure Centre) and in south Belfast (at Methodist College and at the Newforge Complex). 

2.  My child wants to try basketball but has not played before or has limited experience of playing. Can he/she join Phoenix BC?

Absolutely!

Phoenix BC runs a hugely popular Phoenix Academy. 

The Academy works on a term by term basis between September and June. The sessions are one-hour long and are held weekly throughout the academic year. 

Currently we have nine different sessions - playing out of Lisburn Racquets Club, Methodist College Belfast and Lough Moss Leisure Centre in Carryduff. 

Fees are paid for the full term rather than for individual sessions. These sessions work out at approx. £5 per session.

See the ‘Phoenix Academy' section on this website for details of the various sessions and the links to register.

3. In terms of competitive basketball at what age-groups and in what competitions does Phoenix compete?

The junior section at Phoenix competes primarily at regional (Northern Ireland) level. 

We currently have 13 junior (ie under 18s) squads:

• one girl and two boys teams at U12 level

• one girl and two boys teams at U14 level

• one girl and three boys teams at U16 level

• one girl and two boys teams at U18 level 

At senior level we have mens and womens teams that compete at regional (Northern Ireland) level.:

• Premier Men

• Premier Women

At an all-Ireland ‘national league’ level we compete at:

• U20 Mens National League level

• Mens BIDL (ie National League Division 3). This team is called the Phoenix Wolves - as we partner with BC Wolves from Cookstown.

• Womens National League Division 2.  This team is called the Cleveland Rockets.

4. Can my child join Phoenix BC and play competitive basketball? When are there trials for the competitive squads?

The pathway for children joining our club is primarily via joining the Phoenix Academy. 

If boys/girls join the Academy and are then deemed to have reached the standard of play required to play for a competitive squad - the Academy coaches will liaise with the competitive squad coaches - to enable a trial with the appropriate competitive squad. 

In addition - we do hold open trials prior to each season. These provide an open avenue for junior players to impress our coaches in advance of squad selection for the following season’s teams. 

5. How much are the fees to train and play in a competitive squad?

In the 2024-25 season the annual fee was £220 (£240 if paid in three equal instalments over three months). 

The fee for the 2025-26 season has not been determined as yet. 

6. Does Phoenix BC run basketball camps during the school holidays?

Yes - Phoenix regularly runs camp during school holidays. 

Over the last couple of years we have run camps in February (half-term), Easter, Summer, Halloween and Christmas.

In advance of these camps the details and registration links are published on our Facebook page.

7. Are there any options for social adult basketball?

In the 2024-25 season we have provided social basketball sessions for both men and women. Players do not need any experience of playing basketball to join these groups.

8. What is the history of Phoenix BC?

Phoenix BC was founded by our Chairwoman Breda Dick in 2003. It was initially called Lisburn City BC but was then renamed as Phoenix Basketball Club. 

The club steadily grew in subsequent years - to the point were we now have approximately 250 players playing in competitive squads - 300+ training in our Phoenix Academy and another 30 playing social basketball.

9. How is Phoenix BC involved with the Cleveland Project?

Phoenix BC has been heavily involved with the Cleveland Project since it’s foundation in 2021. 

Our Chairperson Breda Dick is the Operations Manager for the Cleveland Project. A number of our Phoenix coaching panel also coach for the Cleveland Project’s school outreach programme. 

The Cleveland Project occasionally sponsors our basketball camps. It also sponsors the Cleveland Rockets national league women’s team.

10. How can I contact Phoenix BC?

You can contact Phoenix BC directly via:

• Facebook or Instagram messaging

• Email: phoenixbasketballni@gmail.com 

• Via this website   

11. How do I buy Phoenix kit (vest and shorts and other Phoenix branded apparel?

Our kit is sold via the shop at Lisburn Racquets Club. 

The shop is generally open:

- Mon-Fri: 10am-Noon and 7-9pm in the evenings

You can contact Alison Woods at the LRC to check stock levels and opening times. 

She is contactable on 028 92607733 (shop) or 028 92664340 (reception)

12. As well as playing for Phoenix can I join the Lisburn Racquets Club in order for me or my child to practice in our own time?

Absolutely. We strongly encourage all of our players to practice for a number of hours each week to compliment club training. 

Phoenix BC have invested heavily in the LRC since we moved there in late 2020. The practice facilities for basketball are now second to none. 

Note that Phoenix members who are older than 16 may use the club’s Dr Dish. 

LRC reception will advise you on the options for children and adults to join their facility and on how to then book practice courts etc.

The LRC really is a great facility for you or your children to practice their basketball and general fitness.

13. In terms of following the results and table standings of Phoenix teams - how do I follow the teams’ progress throughout the season?

The results and tables for the junior and senior leagues can be found on the Comartais website - see  

https://bi.comortais.com/competitionstabs.aspx?oid=1007