Rep Teams
For players who live and breathe basketball — train hard, compete regionally, and represent Douglas Heat with pride.
Compete, Develop & Represent Douglas Heat
For players who live and breathe basketball, our Representative Teams program offers the chance to train and compete at a higher level.
Rep athletes develop their skills, teamwork, and mental game while representing Douglas Heat in regional competitions across Far North Queensland.
When, Where & What to Know
When We Train
Mondays from 3:30 pm
Runs in line with school terms — starting Monday 2 March 2026. Players train weekly and participate in local and regional games.
Where We Train
Mossman Indoor Sports Centre
66 Front Street, Mossman 4873.
Indoor, air-conditioned venue with full-size courts.
What to Bring
Basketball shoes
Shorts without pockets
Water bottle
Ball for warm-ups & sweat towel
Reversible training jersey included with rep registration
Game kits issued for carnivals — must be returned after the event
Rep players encouraged to join Interclub or Socials at no extra cost
End-of-season team-building trip to a Cairns Taipans game 🏀
Try-outs may be required if numbers exceed capacity in any age group
Compete in local and regional competitions across Far North Queensland
Basketball Queensland Age Groups
Under BQ rules, your age group is determined by the age you turn that calendar year — not your current age. For example, if you turn 14 on December 20th, you compete in the U14 age group for that entire year.
Join the Rep Program for 2026
Registration is open now through Basketball Connect. If numbers exceed capacity in your age group, try-outs may be held — so register early.
Rep is for players wanting to train and compete at a higher level. Some experience with the game is recommended.
Yes — rep players are encouraged to join Interclub or Mixed Social at no extra cost.
Teams travel to regional tournaments across FNQ. Game kits are provided and must be returned after each carnival.
Age Groups
🏀 Taipans Game Trip
All rep players are invited to an end-of-season team-building trip to watch the Cairns Taipans play — a highlight of every rep season!