Basketball
Basketball is one of the most popular and widely viewed sports in the world with the NBA the most significant league in the sport. Basketball is a fast paced game which involves two teams of five players on a rectangular court scoring into a raised basket at either end.
- See Also:
- Wheelchair Basketball
An Overview of Basketball
Basketball is an end to end game which involves moving the ball to and shooting into the opposition's basket. The ball can be passed or dribbled by bouncing the ball. Teams can score 2 points or 3 points depending on where on the court they shoot into the basket.
There are also lots of opportunities to play basketball at club or recreational level across Glasgow. To check out Glasgow Sport's Basketball sessions please click here and for a list of Basketball clubs in Glasgow
Drumchapel Sports
East End
Easterhouse Community Sport Hub
Shettleston Community Sport Hub
National Governing Bodies
Gorbals Hutcheson Town Multi Use Games Area - MUGA
A Multi Use Games Area which can be used for a variety of sports, games and activities. Free and Open to the community.
Garfield Street Multi Use Games Area - MUGA
A Multi Use Games Area which can be used for a variety of sports, games and activities. Free and Open to the community.
Barrowfield Community Centre - Multi Use Games Area - MUGA
A Multi Use Games Area which can be used for a variety of sports, games and activities. Free and Open to the community.
Bridgeton Community Centre - Multi Use Games Area - MUGA
A Multi Use Games Area which can be used for a variety of sports, games and activities. Free and Open to the community.
Alexandra Park Multi Use Games Area - MUGA
A Multi Use Games Area which can be used for a variety of sports, games and activities. Free and Open to the community.
Keppochill Multi Use Games Area - MUGA (Endrick Street)
A Multi Use Games Area which can be used for a variety of sports, games and activities. Free and Open to the community.
Bluevale MUGA - Abernethey Street - Multi Use Games Area - MUGA
A Multi Use Games Area which can be used for a variety of sports, games and activities. Free and Open to the community.
Dennistoun & Area Community Sports Hub
We are a partnership of local sports & activity providers supporting the community in all things sport and physical activity. We are made of committee members and partners with the focus of our community at the centre of the discussions.
Dover Street Multi Use Games Area - MUGA
A Multi Use Games Area which can be used for a variety of sports, games and activities. Free and Open to the community.
SomaliScot Youth Project
We provide sports and activities targeted for the Somali community and is open for the whole community to get involved.
Baltic Street - Multi Use Games Area - MUGA
A Multi Use Games Area which can be used for a variety of sports, games and activities. Free and Open to the community.
Scottish Sports Futures
“You're probably the only people who care about us.” SSF Young Person. SSF uses the power of sport and physical activity to engage with vulnerable and disadvantaged young people and families in Scotland and empower them.
Sped Lead Tonderai Charity SCIO
The Advancement of Health The provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended.
Parkhead 4 All
Parkhead 4 All provides a voice for local people to engage in positive activity and action to ensure a positive environment for residents in Parkhead.
Working with local partners, P4A work to enhance the provision of activities for residents and increas
Dunard St Playpark Multi Use Games Area - MUGA
A Multi Use Games Area which can be used for a variety of sports, games and activities. Free and Open to the community.
Balgrayhill Multi Use Games Area - MUGA
A Multi Use Games Area which can be used for a variety of sports, games and activities. Free and Open to the community.
Glasgow Fever Basketball Club
Glasgow Fever is an inclusive basketball club, our club ethos is to promote positivity and respect for player, coaches, volunteers and officials at all levels and we believe success is not just about what happens on court.
Springburn Park - Synthetic Pitches - Multi Use Games Area - MUGA
A Multi Use Games Area which can be used for a variety of sports, games and activities. Free and Open to the community.
Queens Park Multi Use Games Area - MUGA
A Multi Use Games Area which can be used for a variety of sports, games and activities. Free and Open to the community.
West End Glasgow Basketball Club
West End Glasgow Basketball Club is a volunteer-led and community-based group run by women and non-binary people. Our purpose is to provide affordable and fun team basketball for all. We are always very welcoming to new members.
Ruchill Park Multi Use Games Area - MUGA
A Multi Use Games Area which can be used for a variety of sports, games and activities. Free and Open to the community.
The Ashgill Recreation Centre - ARC
The Ashgill Recreation Centre (ARC) was opened in 2008 and is located within the heart of the Milton area of North Glasgow. The centre provides a variety of sports and activities in a safe and welcoming environment for young people and the community.
Mansfield Park Multi Use Games Area - MUGA
A Multi Use Games Area which can be used for a variety of sports, games and activities. Free and Open to the community.
Glasgow Devils Basketball Club
Glasgow Devils are a basketball club based in the South side of the city of Glasgow. We offer basketball sessions to children and adults of all abilities on a weekly basis with optional opportunity to take part in competitive games within local and nation
Glasgow Rens Basketball Club
We offer the opportunity to train on a weekly session basis and compete in both local and national competitions.
Oatlands Basketball Club
Oatlands Basketball club are based in Glasgow. Currently playing in the Strathclyde Basketball League (SBLA) Division 2.
Riverside Museum 3x3 Basketball Court
The first purpose built 3x3 basketball court in Glasgow. No booking required. Just turn up and play.
Old Station Park Hyndland Multi Use Games Area - MUGA
A Multi Use Games Area which can be used for a variety of sports, games and activities. Free and Open to the community.
Shoot for Success
Improving lives through Basketball in Glasgow's East End. Shoot for Success delivers basketball coaching and personal development opportunities to young people in the East End of Glasgow in partnership with Glasgow City Basketball Club.
Disability Basketball (12+ years)
Our aim is to encourage and promote sport to people with a disability to enable them to be physically active. Our sessions are led by enthusiastic and fully qualified coaches who will ensure that the participants have a great time and have an opportunity to to try a range of activities.
Basketball England Development Grant
Basketball England are excited to support regional basketball activities to help grow the game and support its strategic objectives. Through a membership rebate scheme, Basketball England is supporting member associations, clubs and leagues with their basketball development plans.
http://basketballscotland.co.uk/