🏀 Who We Are

At Outlet Basketball, we’re more than just a basketball club — we’re a movement built on passion, community, and opportunity.

Founded in Hampshire, Outlet Basketball has grown into a trusted and inclusive network of development clubs, competitions, and programmes for players of all ages and abilities. Whether you're taking your first shot or chasing national league dreams, Outlet is your pathway.

From toddlers to teens and recreational players to rising stars, we create welcoming environments where everyone can enjoy the game, grow in confidence, and belong.

🌟 Award-Winning Leadership & Impact

Led by Gareth Birkett, a two-time Basketball England Children’s Coach of the Year and recipient of the prestigious Services to Basketball Award, Outlet Basketball is nationally recognised for its outstanding contribution to the sport.

Our leadership team has been praised for:

  • Expanding basketball access across Hampshire

  • Launching inclusive programmes like Lil Dunkers and Hoopz 4 Skoolz

  • Developing grassroots competitions like the Triple 10 Showdown

  • Supporting over 850 young players annually across clubs and school partnerships

🏆 Our Clubs & Programmes

We operate development clubs in:

  • Whiteley (Warriors Basketball)

  • Fareham (Falcons)

  • Gosport (Gunners)

  • Botley/Boorley Green (Bucks)

  • New Milton (New Forest Novas)

  • Eastleigh (Warriors Basketball)

Each club is designed to feed into our Outlet Basketball pathway, with clear progression from entry-level sessions all the way up to our Whiteley Warriors National League teams.

We also deliver:

  • After-school coaching programmes

  • Holiday camps and tournaments

  • Lil Dunkers parent & toddler sessions

  • SEN and inclusive basketball initiatives

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Community at Our Core

Outlet Basketball was built to give every child and young person the chance to be part of something bigger. Our sessions are built around teamwork, respect, growth, and fun — not just results.

With a team of qualified, enthusiastic coaches and the backing of national recognition, we’re on a mission to keep raising the game across Hampshire — one bounce at a time.