1st Inter-Churches Backetball League

October 3 1998 to January 10 1999

The first Inter-Church Backetball league was held inthe Philippines, and was sponcered by Cabagan Bible Community Churches and The International Sports Ministry of Australia. The aim of the league was to develop the physical aspects of all involved.


If you are interested in having an Inter-Church Backetball League in your area please E-Mail the International Sports Ministry on:
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Rules

  1. There shall be a coach of the team. The coach shall be a Christian
  2. These shall be a mentor of the team. The mentor is responsible in the spiritual aspect of the team. eg: leading the team in bible studies, in prayer, in attending church services. The mentor is resonsible also for the development of the attitude of every player under his care outside the court/
  3. The ideal number of players is 8, but depending on the level of interest may be increased upto 12 players, with a ratio of 50% christians to 50% non-christians.
  4. A weekly team bible study is a must
  5. Teams are required to attend the Basketball Outreach Night every last sunday of the month in their respective churches.
  6. Teams are required to show up 15 minutes before their scheduled game and if they fail to show up 10 minutes after the appointed time the team will forfeit the game. Teams commiting this violation 2 will not be allowed to play for the reast of the season. They will only be able to play the next season.
  7. No swearing or foul language inside and outside the court
  8. Teams can replace their players within the course of the league provided the coach and mentor can give the management and acceptable explanation.
  9. Four is the minimum number of players for a team to play
  10. Amateur basketball rules applies
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Tips for Coaches

  1. Give everyone in the team enough playing time. Be sure that nobody rides the bench
  2. Never discourage players. Even if your team never wins. Point out to them their strength and improvements and assure them that they can be a better team next season. Set a goal that the team will finish the league whatever their win loss record.
  3. Afirm Values - that each one is important and that each player plays a vital role in the team (spiritual and physical)
  4. Build a good relationship among the team members
  5. Encourage your players to shake hands with the other team after the game.
  6. Be a salt and a light to the team.
  7. Never forget our mission "TO WIN OUR PLAYERS TO CHRIST"
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Opening Program

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Pictures from the first Basketball league. Click the image for a larger version

  League Opening
The pastor preaching the message of salvation Guys are not he only ones outreached in this program. Guys are bringing their girlfriends to the games and outreach nights. One of Rey's sisters (Jocie's) friends is actively attending church and someone if discipling her because of the league.
Monthly Basketball Outreach Night. These are the people Rey wants to invest his life in. Bringing the youth to christ through sports.  
Opening Day. Lately we are getting good crowds. On the center we printed OBCC and ISM. ISM is getting popular here Monthly Basketball Outreach Night. These guys are not christians
 
Monthly Basketball Outreach Night  


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