About Brighton Phoenix Basketball
Brighton Phoenix Sparks Basketball is a development-focused, inclusive basketball club in Brighton.
The club creates opportunities for children, young players and women to play, learn and develop through basketball.
We welcome beginners, support growing players and provide selected competitive opportunities for those ready to take their game further.
A club for learning, confidence and community
Basketball is fast, skilful and exciting, but the value of the game goes beyond what happens on the court.
At Brighton Phoenix Sparks Basketball, we use the sport to help players build confidence, communicate clearly, work as part of a team and keep going when things get difficult.
The club supports junior players aged 6 and above, girls and boys, beginners, developing players, selected league teams and women through Phoenix Flames.
Some players come for fun, fitness and friendship. Some want to train, compete and keep improving. Both have a place in the club.
What matters is that every player feels welcome, safe and supported to develop at the right pace for them.
The club is built around:
- Enjoyment
- Teamwork
- Confidence
- Development
- Community
- Safety
- Respect
Our aim is simple: help people enjoy basketball, feel part of the club and grow through the game.
Meet the coaches
All coaches are fully qualified and DBS checked.
Children need space to enjoy sport, but they also need clear standards, safe adults and a club environment that takes responsibility seriously.
Anne Baverstock
Coach, juniors, club treasurer and table official.
Anne has a wealth of experience across coaching, teaching and basketball.
She has coached various teams, taught in high schools for over 40 years and brings her own playing experience, having represented England.
Anne has also coached regional and national-level junior teams.
Charlie Baverstock
Coach, juniors.
Charlie is a former national league player and has coached national league teams over many years.
Together, Anne and Charlie have started and run a basketball club for over 30 years.
Katie Baverstock
Coach, women’s team, assistant coach, juniors, club secretary and table official.
Katie coaches the women’s team, supports the junior programme and helps with the running of the club.
She is currently playing masters basketball internationally, representing Great Britain.
Brighton Phoenix supporters
Volunteers make the club possible
Like many community sports clubs, Brighton Phoenix Basketball relies on the time, care and support of volunteers.
We appreciate everyone who helps with coaching, table duties, organisation, communication and club life.
If you are interested in supporting the club, we would be happy to hear from you.