DSA Sports and Games (Basketball)
Find out how to apply for DSA in Basketball at Kent Ridge Secondary School, and what to expect during trials and interviews.
Kent Ridge Secondary School will offer DSA to eligible students via Floorball, Badminton and Basketball. This is in line with our Learning for Life Programme which harnesses the philosophy of Olympism to develop our students through the interaction of mind, body and will.
Background
Basketball is a sport that can be played in indoors and outdoors. Basketball has player positions where all players complement each other to outperform their opponents. It is a fast-paced and exciting game where there are many individual techniques for displaying skills such as ball-handling, shooting, passing, dribbling, shot-blocking and rebounding. All players are required to possess speed, agility, excellent dribbling and shooting skills.
The CCA-Basketball programme has proven to be an effective way to develop our ‘B’ and ‘C’ division players (boys and girls) to become determined, resilient and confident individuals. The provision of opportunities for our players to hone their leadership and game skills further complements the programme to develop 21st century competencies in our players. The Basketball programme also exposes students to different level of challenges and provides guidance from our dedicated, experienced and professional coaches.
Achievements
1. Team
2025
Singapore Schools Sports Council - National School Games - 2 Students with Sportsmanship Award
Singapore U18 basketball Team for Asian Schools and ASEAN Schools Championships
2024
Singapore Schools Sports Council - National School Games - 2 Students with Sportsmanship Award
2023
National School Games South Zone 'C' Division Boys – Quarter Finalist
Singapore Schools Sports Council - National School Games - 2 Students with Sportsmanship Award
2022
National School Games South Zone 'C' Division Boys – Quarter Finalist
Training Programmes
1. Elementary Training Programme
This programme introduces the students to basic Basketball techniques e.g. principles and skills to dribble, pass, shoot and defend, as well as fitness training to improve stamina and footwork.
Additional training sessions are organised in preparation for competitions. Regular friendly matches are also arranged to help our players gain more game experience.
Training Frequency: 2 sessions (2.5 hours each) per week on Monday and Thursday
2. Advanced Training Programme
This programme is customised specifically for selected Basketball players, with a focus to sharpen their techniques and skills, as well as game play strategies, fitness and mental preparedness.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should preferably be/have
part of the school team;
represented their primary school in zonal and/or national competitions.
Selection Process
Shortlisted DSA applicants will be notified of the date for trial and interview by email. The trial and interview will be conducted on the same day.
DSA Basketball Selection Criteria
Performance Tasks | 1. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for a face-to-face selection trial. |
Interview | 1. Each applicant will be asked questions related to their experiences in the sport. |
Meeting all the criteria does not guarantee the applicant will be shortlisted/given an offer. | |
Contact Person
DSA - Sports and Games (Basketball):
Mr Kevin Chow
Email: chow_kok_wei_kevin@schools.gov.sg
School Contact
Kent Ridge Secondary School
147 West Coast Road
Singapore 127368
Tel: 67731127
Fax: 67735119
Email: krss@moe.edu.sg
