Everybody’s Game
A shared roadmap uniting Basketball Australia and every State and Territory Association behind the future of the sport.
Coaching
National Coach Mentoring program continues in 2026
Mentors and emerging coaches selected for Community Coach Mentoring Program
Boomers Super Clinic | Gold Coast
Rising local talent had the chance to lace up and take part in the Super Clinic, featuring some of their favourite Boomers.
Volunteer
Volunteers are the heartbeat of our basketball community, and their selfless contributions make the sport flourish at every level.
Latest News
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Coaching
National Coach Mentoring program continues in 2026
Mentors and emerging coaches selected for Community Coach Mentoring Program
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Officials’ Manager positions for Foot Locker Club & Schools Championships
An Expression of Interest (EOI) is open for roles available for Tournament Commissioners & Officials Managers at the upcoming Foot Locker U14 Club & Schools Championships.
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Podcast
Bonnie Deas shares her journey on Building Better Basketball
The rising Australian guard opens up on her pathway from the Centre of Excellence to the NCAA, and the lessons shaping better basketball environments for players and coaches alike.
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Coaching
Basketball Australia launches new national Coach Development Framework
Bringing a clearer, more flexible and nationally consistent approach to support coaches at every stage of their journey.
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Coaching
A Smarter Way to Learn: Inside Basketball Australia’s New Community Coach Mentoring Model
Basketball Australia’s refreshed Community Coach Mentoring Program delivers shorter, purpose-driven 6–8 week modules that help busy coaches think better, reflect deeper, and make smarter on‑court decisions through practical, mentor‑led learning.
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Coaching
Bringing Coach Logic and SAM Into the New Coach Development Framework
Basketball Australia is enhancing coach development by integrating Coach Logic’s AI-powered SAM tool into its new framework, enabling scalable, evidence-based, and reflective learning directly from coaching practice.
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Coaching
The Future of Coach Development Is Here
The new Basketball Australia Coach Development Framework gives coaches a modern, connected learning system that supports every level of coaching with practical, relevant, and game‑focused development.
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news
What a year for Ford Aussie Hoops!
The Ford Aussie Hoops program continued its national growth in 2025, introducing more children than ever to basketball through fun, safe and inclusive entry-level experiences.
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Creating inclusive pathways through Ability Hoops
Ability Hoops introduces children aged 8–12 with intellectual disabilities and/or autism spectrum disorder to basketball, focusing on skill development, confidence and connection in a supportive environment.
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Hickey hits dagger as Boomers withstand Tall Blacks
Big stops and bigger composure carry Australia over the line.
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All Tassie team on Stats & Scoretable lead the way for Boomers vs Tall Blacks clash
Tonight’s FIBA WCQ match between the Boomers and Tall Blacks will feature an entirely Tasmanian led stats and scoretable team.
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Coaching
A Year of Growth: The Success of the Community Coach Mentoring Program
Real stories, real growth and real impact from a mentoring program changing the future of community coaching.
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Step Inside the Game: 2025 Hoop Insight Sessions
Two days. Elite speakers. Free sessions. Don’t miss out.
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Australian Classification pathway continues to grow
Emma Costanzo takes the next step in her classification journey on the road to international recognition.
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2040 Vision
Australian basketball unites to launch 2040 Vision: Everybody’s Game
Basketball Australia and every State and Territory Member Association have today released the Australian Basketball 2040 Vision – Everybody’s Game.
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Basketball Australia and AIS Launch Mental Health E-Learning Course
New interactive program aims to build awareness, reduce stigma, and support athletes and staff across high-performance environments.
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Coaching
Why Defenders Matter in Shooting Drills: Lessons from New Research
Adding defenders to shooting drills significantly improves skill transfer from practice to games by creating realistic pressure, forcing adaptability, and aligning training with actual performance demands.
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Basketball Australia launches new child safety resources to strengthen safe sport commitment
Basketball Australia has unveiled a new set of Child Safety resources aimed at enhancing the protection and wellbeing of children and young people throughout the basketball community.
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Australian athletes recognised at Basketball Without Borders Asia 2025
The strong representation of Australian athletes at BWB Asia continues to reflect the depth of talent being developed through Basketball Australia's high-performance pathways.
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Australia’s fastest-growing team sport
AusPlay & ASC data emphasises the rise of basketball
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Australia’s fastest-growing team sport
AusPlay & ASC data emphasises the rise of basketball
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Around the states
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Podcast
Bonnie Deas shares her journey on Building Better Basketball
The rising Australian guard opens up on her pathway from the Centre of Excellence to the NCAA, and the lessons shaping better basketball environments for players and coaches alike.
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Crocs and Sapphires squads locked in ahead of 2026 World Cup Campaigns
Baskebtall Australia has named the Under‑17 men’s and women’s squads for March national camps as both programs begin preparations for their 2026 World Cup campaigns.
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2025 Australian Basketball Congress
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Hobart to host Boomers for first FIBA World Cup 2027 Qualifier
The Boomers will face New Zealand in a FIBA World Cup 2027 qualifier at Hobart’s MyState Bank Arena on Friday, 28 November.
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Andrew Gaze elevated to 'Legend' in Sport Australia Hall of Fame
The basketball great dedicates his highest honour to father Lindsay, reflecting on a shared legacy, lifelong values, and a deep love for the game.
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Two athletes inducted to Centre of Excellence program in Canberra
Versatile Queensland big Harry Cook and emerging guard Luke Paul from WA join Centre of Excellence
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ACT
Long-serving Barb Turner bids farewell to Basketball ACT
Basketball ACT’s loss is her backyard’s gain as Barb Turner departs basketball administration after twenty incredible years
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Australian athletes recognised at Basketball Without Borders Asia 2025
The strong representation of Australian athletes at BWB Asia continues to reflect the depth of talent being developed through Basketball Australia's high-performance pathways.
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Championship week returns to Bendigo
Fixtures & Tickets for the Foot Locker U16 National Championships now available!
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Australia’s fastest-growing team sport
AusPlay & ASC data emphasises the rise of basketball
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Basketball Australia unveil Multicultural Coaching Scholarship program
Five emerging coaches were acknowledged at this week's National Coaches Conference with new Multicultural Coaching Scholarship
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National Volunteering Week 2025 - Community Heroes
Let’s celebrate the spirit of community and recognise the remarkable contributions volunteers make in creating inclusive, vibrant, and connected communities.
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QLD
Rocco Tracker: Zikarsky Turns Heads at NBA Draft Combine
Queensland junior and Brisbane Bullets centre Rocco Zikarsky made his mark at the 2025 NBA Draft Combine in Chicago, reinforcing his status as one of Australia’s most promising young prospects.
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NSW
Celebrating Greatness 2025 Basketball NSW Hall of Fame Inductees Announced
Basketball NSW is proud to announce the 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees, honouring individuals who have left an enduring legacy on basketball in New South Wales and beyond. The Basketball NSW Hall of Fame celebrates the outstanding achievements of players, coaches, officials, and contributors who have significantly shaped the game across generations.
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VIC
B-All-In Program a huge success
MDBA’s B-All-In program is about to close out a second term of free sessions at Civic Reserve in Mornington, and during this time has brought together close to 30 women from the local community to learn the basics of basketball in a non-competitive environment.
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TAS
Access: The Key To Growing Sports Participation
Basketball is booming in Australia – wherever there are enough quality facilities to support growth. Meanwhile, Tasmania lags behind with the lowest per capita basketball participation rate in the country. Yet, despite this, we’ve still seen an impressive 10% growth annually.
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TAS
State Facilities Strategy identifies critical court shortage
Basketball Tasmania today released its State Facilities Strategy, highlighting the urgent need for substantial investment in community basketball infrastructure across the state.
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Year 3 Report: Basketball Australia Community Coach Mentoring Program
The third year of the Basketball Australia Community Coach Mentoring Program has garnered record Interest and a diverse cohort enthusiastic for professional development and mentorship in the sport.
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ACT
Basketball ACT CEO shares vision for the game in Canberra
On the podcast, Nicole discusses her sporting background, the move into basketball administration and the key factors in the growth of the game in our community.
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SA
Basketball SA Extends Female Participation Strategy Beyond 2024
Basketball South Australia is thrilled to announce the continuation of its successful Female Participation Strategy beyond 2024. This initiative has been instrumental in fostering inclusivity and growth, with significant milestones achieved since its inception.
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National Performance Camp (NPC) 2026
The Basketball Australia National Performance Camp brings together top athletes from across the country to AIS, Canberra as integral part of high-performance pathway.
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Super Clinic | Boomers v Buffs | Gold Coast
Kids across South-east Queensland had the chance to lace up and take part in the Super Clinic, featuring some of their favourite Boomers.
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2025 National Coaches Conference
As part of the 2025 Basketball Australia National Coaches Conference held on June 2nd and 3rd in Canberra, there were a series of on-court clinics, along with some keynote presentations at the Australian Institute of Sport.
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Super Clinic | Trans-Tasman Throwdown | Adelaide
Kids across South Australia gets opportunity to lace up at the Super Clinic which included their favourite Boomers and Opals.
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Valley Ford Super Clinic | Traralgon, Victoria
Local Kids gets opportunity to lace up at the Super Clinic which included their favourite Boomers and Opals at Traralgon, Victoria.
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National Performance Camp (NPC) 2025
The Basketball Australia National Performance Camp brings together 26 boys and 26 girls, born in 2008 and 2009, along with 30 coaches from across the country.
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Ford Ballin'24 Series | Coaches Clinic
National teams coaches Brian Goorjian (Boomers, Head Coach), Shannon Seebohm (Opals, Asst. Coach) and Matt Nielsen (Boomers, Asst. Coach) came together to share their valuable experience and knowledge for community coaches development at John Cain Arena.
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Bunnings Super Clinic | MSAC, Melbourne
Kids across the country gets opportunity to lace up at the Super Clinic which included their favourite Boomers, Opals, Rollers and Gliders.
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2024 National Coaches Conference
As part of the 2024 Basketball Australia National Coaches Conference held on May 27 and 28 in Canberra, there were a series of on-court clinics, along with some keynote presentations at the Australian Institute of Sport.
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Holiday Camp | WA
For the first time She Hoops ran 4 Holiday Camps in Western Australia from 1st-4th April which received an overwhelming response.
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Indigenous Leadership Program | Melbourne
She Hoops partnered with the Aboriginal Basketball Academy to deliver this program at the State Basketball Centre in Melbourne, designed for Indigenous girls aged between 14-17. The She Hoops Indigenous Leadership Program is a holistic program aimed at offering Indigenous girls a range of new skills with physical, social and emotional benefits.
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National Performance Camp (NPC) 2024
The Basketball Australia National Performance Camp brings together 24 boys and 23 girls, born in 2007 and 2008, along with 30 coaches from across the country.
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She Hoops and Southside Flyers Unite for a Cause
She Hoops and the Southside Flyers teamed up for a special event - Clinic for a Cause. The basketball clinic wasn't only about shooting hoops and swishing three-pointers; it was about making a difference in the community with all proceeds going to Lifeline Australia, supporting their vital work in mental health.
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2023 Foot Locker School Championships: Ford Aussie Hoops Session
A mega Ford Aussie Hoops session held during Foot Locker ASC in Gold Coast.
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2023 Foot Locker School Championships: Coaching Clinic
Our national elite coaches Sandy Brondello OLY and Brian Goorjian conducted a coaching seminar at Gold Coast as part of the Foot Locker Australian School Championships.
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2023 Frank Ponta Cup
Named after five-time Paralympian and the legend of the Australian wheelchair basketball program, the Frank Ponta Cup provides high level competition to athletes within the pathway while giving national team coaches a look at a wide range of talent from around the country.
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Holiday Camp | Dandenong
Lauren Jackson was joined by elite coaches from the Opals, WNBL, NBL1 and the Big V to run a holiday camp for 200 girls at Dandenong Stadium over the school holidays.
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2023 Boomers v World: Coaching Clinic
Tuesday 15th August: Goorjian delivers "Boomers Coach Development Session and Training Observation" to 449 coaches at Rod Laver Arena.
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