About Us
Established in 2005, SMU Basketball is a competitive sporting club that values team unity and professionalism on and off the court.
SMU Basketball has shared a strong history with SMU Sports Union and also integrated well with our school community. Through dedication and perseverance, we aspire to maintain our position as a prominent and bonded club in the school’s sporting fraternity and achieve significant placing in competitive basketball. We have weekly trainings and organise regular club events to foster a team spirit and create lasting friendships.
Key Events
- SMU 3X3
SMU Basketball Club’s hallmark event where we bring together basketball players from all over Singapore to engage in friendly competition - Annual SMU Basketball Bonding Events
- Annual SMU Basketball Alumni and Corporate Networking Events
Our People in Action
Club Sessions
MEN
| Day | Mondays | Thursdays |
| Time | 9:00 pm to 11:00 pm | 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
| Venue | SMU Administration Building Multi-Purpose Sports Hall | SMU Administration Building Multi-Purpose Sports Hall |
WOMEN
| Day | Fridays |
| Time | 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm |
| Venue | Stadium or CCAB (MOE Evans Road) |
RECREATIONAL
| Day | Tuesdays |
| Time | 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm |
| Venue | SMU Administration Building Multi-Purpose Sports Hall |
How To Join
For our competitive team, we hold trials at the start of Term 1 and 2 of the academic year. We welcome anyone interested to try it out :) If you have missed the trial dates and are still interested you may reach out to us via email (basketball@sa.smu.edu.sg) or Instagram (@smubball).
For recreational team, the sign up link will be sent via email and opened during VIVACE so do keep a look out as we have limited slots available!
FAQ
The men’s team is coached by Mr Lee Boon Hian, who is currently coaching teams at the secondary level as well as at the division level. He is currently one of the coaches of Siglap Basketball Club, where they have come in 1st position in the 2019 ICBC National Basketball League Division. As for the women’s team, they are coached by Ariel Loiter, who represents Singapore in the national basketball team and was also previously part of the SMU women’s basketball team. Her experience allows her to guide the team well, while her familiarity with SMU basketball helps her relate and bond closely with the players. We have very close ties with both our coaches. :)
Throughout the year, we will be organising various events such as Corporate Networking sessions as well as Alumni Engagement sessions. These sessions allow us to interact with the working population over a game of basketball, and at the same time learn more about their respective careers.
As for events within the school, SMU Basketball Club is committed to supporting SMU Sports Union events such as Sports Camp and our annual beach day event Waikiki.
Finally, we will also organise our annual basketball competition; SMU 3X3 Basketball Competition. It is SMU Basketball Club’s hallmark event where we bring together basketball players from all over Singapore to engage in friendly competition right in the heart of campus.
For competitive teams, upon sign up, our respective team captains will arrange a selection trial at the next suitable training date where our coaches will then make the final decision.
For recreational team, selection will be on a first-come-first-served basis.
A sign up link will be sent to your email inbox when sign ups are open. If you have missed the sign up period, you may send a short write up about yourself to us via our various social media platforms (Instagram: @smubball).
This write up should include:
1. Name
2. Age
3. Nationality
4. Height
5. Preferred Basketball Position
6. Previous/Current Basketball Experience
Alternatively, you may also direct your sign ups to our email @basketball@sa.smu.edu.sg and we will get back to you as soon as possible!
If you have any further questions about the club and our respective teams, please feel free to contact us via our various social media platforms (Instagram: @smubball, Facebook: SMU Basketball).
Alternatively, you may also direct your queries to our email @ basketball@sa.smu.edu.sg and we will get back to you as soon as possible!
Achievements
Women Teams:
SUNIG, 2019 - Top 4 Placing, eligible for 2020 Institute-Varsity-Polytechnic (IVP) Games.
SUNIG, 2024 - Top 4 Placing, Eligible for 2025 IVP Games.
SUNIG, 2025 - Top 4 Placing, Eligible for 2026 IVP Games