Culm Valley Comets Basketball

Basketball for children and young people in the Culm Valley

Culm Valley Comets is a friendly, non-profit community basketball club based in the Culm Valley. Established in 2005, the club welcomes boys and girls ages 8-18, whether they are completely new to basketball or already have experience on the court.

With more than 80 young players, the Comets provide a fun, supportive environment where children can develop their basketball skills, build confidence and enjoy being part of a team.

Training takes place at Uffculme School Sports Hall (at Uffculme Sport & Fitness Centre), with teams competing in tournaments and leagues throughout the season.

Training at Uffculme

The 2026/2027 season gets underway in September, with sessions running throughout the week:

Training Times

Please check directly with the club for the latest session information before attending

Everyone is welcome

No previous basketball experience is needed to join the Comets. The club is passionate about helping young people learn, have fun, and develop their skills in a positive team environment.

The club is led by dedicated coaches and volunteers who work hard to make sessions enjoyable, encouraging, and inclusive. Steve Green, one of the club’s coaches, is particularly passionate about working with the young players and creating a great atmosphere at training.

Parents, guardians, and carers are also encouraged to get involved wherever possible, whether that’s supporting at training sessions and competitions or helping with the organisation of the club.

What does it cost?

• £30 annual club membership

• £5 weekly training sessions

• £5 competition fee when the club hosts a tournament and for league finals in April

• Players are also required to register with Basketball England and pay the applicable player licence fee in order to take part in tournaments.

  The club provides all the necessary basketball equipment and team strips.

• Juniors: blue and orange

• Seniors: black and orange

Safeguarding and Safety

Culm Valley Comets is fully registered and insured with England Basketball (registration number CA2809), and all adults working directly with children have an enhanced DBS check.

Parents and carers are asked to ensure children arrive promptly for sessions and are collected on time, as the sports facilities are shared with the wider community.

Want to give basketball a try?

If your child would like to get involved, there’s no need to have played basketball before. Come along, meet the team, and give it a go!

For training sessions, please wear comfortable sports clothing and non-marking indoor shoes, and bring a drink - preferable water - in a non-spill container.