Warriors Elite U16s Boys Team

Welcome to Warriors U16s National League team! As part of the Warriors Family, the NL is the top level team at this age. If you enjoy basketball and are looking to progress your skills and play in competitive games, the Warriors offer a welcoming home. Players benefit from top-tier coaching, internal competitions and a long-term development pathway.

What’s involved

Commitment to twice weekly training sessions, with league matches played Saturdays or Sundays in Sept - Apr and friendly games/development played May-Aug.

Deer Park School

Sika Ave, Botley, Southampton SO30 2HT

Tuesdays 6pm - 8pm

YMCA Fairthorne Manor

Fairthorne Manor, YMCA, Southampton SO30 2GH

Thursdays 6pm - 8pm

You have been successful at trials, welcome to the team

National League Registration Process

Season 2026/27

Welcome to the Warriors Basketball National League Programme.

To register your player for the 2026/27 season, please complete each of the steps below in order. The process has been designed to make registration as straightforward as possible while ensuring that all Basketball England and club requirements are completed before the season begins.

Step 1 – Read the Parent/Guardian & Player Handbook

Before registering, please take the time to read the Parent/Guardian & Player Handbook

This handbook explains how the National League programme operates, the Warriors Way, player pathways, communication methods, safeguarding arrangements and what you can expect throughout the season.

Step 2 – Read the Player Expectations Handbook & Code of Conduct

Please read the Player Expectations Handbook & Code of Conduct

This document outlines the standards, behaviours and responsibilities expected of every player representing Warriors Basketball throughout the season

Step 3 – Complete Your Basketball England Registration (PlayHQ)

Purchase or renew your Basketball England National League licence using the PlayHQ link for your team

Your National League License is split in to two separate payments, a Participant Membership of £22.53 and a Performance membership of £19.80, which should total £42.33

If this is your first National League season, Basketball England requires proof of identity before your licence can be activated.

Accepted identification includes:

  • Passport

  • Birth Certificate

Please email your identification to membership@basketballengland.co.uk

If your identity has already been verified in a previous National League season, simply renew your licence through PlayHQ.

Step 4 – Complete Your Club Membership

Before submitting your player registration, please complete the relevant club payments.

This includes:

  • Annual Club Membership (where applicable) Please check if you have paid this already when sent back in April 2026, however if you are new to the club, please check

  • Monthly Training Subscription for your team (you should have started this already and been paying for training)

Step 5 – Complete the Player Registration Form

Once you have completed the previous four steps, please complete the Warriors Basketball Player Registration Form.

This is our central club database and enables us to:

  • Record player and parent/guardian details.

  • Maintain emergency contact information.

  • Record medical information and care plans.

  • Meet safeguarding and data protection requirements.

  • Confirm acceptance of the club's policies, procedures and handbooks.

Once submitted, your registration will be reviewed by the club. When all required steps have been completed, your player will be eligible to train and compete for Warriors Basketball during the 2026/27 season.

Guy Wilcox - Lead Coach

Guy Wilcox is a Co-Director of Warriors Basketball and the Head Coach of our Under-16 Boys National League programme. He plays a key role in shaping the club's player development pathway, helping young athletes progress from grassroots basketball through to National League competition.

Working closely with players, coaches and families, Guy is committed to creating a positive, challenging and supportive environment where every player can develop both on and off the court. His coaching philosophy reflects the Warriors Way, placing a strong emphasis on teamwork, discipline, resilience and long-term player development.

As part of the club's leadership team, Guy contributes to the strategic direction and continued growth of Warriors Basketball, helping to ensure that opportunities are available for players of all abilities while maintaining the high standards expected of a Basketball England Leading Club.

David Burnett - Assistant Coach

David Burnett is an Assistant Coach with our Under-16 Boys National League programme and has been part of the Warriors family for the past few years. Having first become involved through his son's basketball journey, David has become a valued member of the coaching team and is passionate about helping young players develop both on and off the court.

Before joining Warriors, David played and refereed basketball, bringing valuable experience and knowledge of the game into his coaching. He is currently a Basketball England Level 1 coach and is working towards completing his Level 2 coaching qualification.

David brings enthusiasm, commitment and a calm, supportive approach to every session, helping players build confidence, improve their skills and enjoy the game. As part of the Under-16 National League coaching team, he embraces the values of the Warriors Way, supporting the development of every player both on and off the court.

Leeann Tudor - Team Manager

I am the National League Coordinator for the club, as well as Team Manager for both the U16s & U18s National League teams.

Although I had not played basketball since school, I was delighted when my son developed an interest in the sport and joined the club. Like many parents, I initially came along to support from the side-lines, but I have always believed in getting involved and contributing where I can. Before long, I found myself supporting the club with administrative and organisational tasks, helping behind the scenes to ensure players, coaches and volunteers have the support they need.

I enjoy working with players, parents, coaches and volunteers to create positive experiences and opportunities for young athletes to develop both on and off the court. Being part of the Warriors community has been incredibly rewarding, and I am proud to play a role in helping the club and its teams succeed.