Emerging local basketball stars have been tapped to take the next step on their sporting journey for the state Under 12 Country Jamboree.

Held in Echuca from 20-23 September, the jamboree is a key event in the junior basketball calendar, providing 120 boys and 120 girls with their first taste of the Victorian high performance pathway.

These athletes were chosen from more than 1200 participants who took part in Under 12 Skill Days held across 10 regional centres, a testament to the depth of talent in country Victoria.

Locally, Myrtleford and District Basketball Association members Harlow Mitchell, Lexi Piazza and Bowie Cartwright were all chosen to attend the jamboree.

Over the four-day event, players will engage in a range of activities including structured training sessions, tournament-style games, and skill development clinics.

More than just a competition, the jamboree aims to foster a love of the game through fun, inclusivity, and teamwork.

Rules are specifically designed to encourage equal participation, and the focus remains firmly on enjoyment and development, not the scoreboard.

The Basketball Victoria Under 12 Country Jamboree will be held in Echuca from 20-23 September.