"The new coaching resources have been a game changer for our local club. The courses are well-structured, making it easier for coaches of all levels to engage with their teams." All it takes is a step in the right direction. Full Details ➡️ https://bit.ly/3yUh84S #WeAreBasketball
Basketball Australia
Spectator Sports
Melbourne, Victoria 18,416 followers
Taking basketball from grassroots to the world stage.
About us
Basketball Australia is the governing and controlling body for the sport of basketball in Australia. A not-for-profit business, Basketball Australia’s members are the eight state and territory basketball associations. Basketball Australia manages elite high performance teams including national teams (Boomers and Opals) and elite competitions including the Women’s National Basketball League (WNBL) and annual national Australian Junior Championships. Basketball is an Olympic and Paralympic sport and shares one of the highest international profiles. Basketball Australia manages 19 national teams which compete in Olympic and Paralympic Games and FIBA World Championships.
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http://www.australia.basketball
External link for Basketball Australia
- Industry
- Spectator Sports
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Melbourne, Victoria
- Type
- Public Company
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Melbourne, Victoria 3000, AU
Employees at Basketball Australia
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Richard Bolaffi, MBA FIML FAIM
Australia & New Zealand Basketball Scouts; Director, SMPconsult; USA Basketball Gold Coach License Holder
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Malcolm Gibbons
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Rod Balding
PwC Partner, Non Exec Director and Committee Member
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Olaf Lange
Assistant Coach at New York Liberty (WNBA) & Australian Opals (AUS Womens National Team)
Updates
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Our recent discussions with top under-18 talent from across Australia shed light on their awareness of vaping. We are committed to educating and safeguarding our young athletes against the dangers of vaping to ensure a healthier future. For more information and resources ➡️ health.gov.au/vaping #WeAreBasketball | #JustPassOnVaping Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care | Basketball ACT | SA Country Basketball | Basketball Queensland | Basketball WA
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Congratulations to three Australian representatives selected to serve as technical and officiating staff at the upcoming Paralympics! 👏 Don Perriman will lead the Tournament Technical Committee as the Technical Delegate. Paris will mark an incredible twelfth Paralympics for Don, who brings a wealth of experience with him. Basketball New South Wales Hall of Famer Matt Wells has been an integral part of the Paralympic scene since his debut at the 2004 Athens Games and will take on the role of Referee Supervisor. Blaine Krapljanov, a highly respected ref from the West, will be officiating his second Paralympics. He brings over a decade of experience in the National Wheelchair Basketball League to the role. Photo credit: Basketball WA #WeAreBasketball
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We're thrilled to officially welcome OGIO, Inc. as the luggage partner of our national programs. OGIO will support Basketball Australia’s national programs, the Boomers, Seven Consulting Opals, Rollers and Gliders as they compete across the world. ➡ https://bit.ly/3AuUwIy #WeAreBasketball
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A smooth mover from Coffs Harbour with physicality to boot; Bill Latham is an X-factor for the Australian Rollers. ➡️ https://bit.ly/3YNL5Ow #WeAreBasketball | #JustRoll | Ford Australia
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A Captain’s legacy 🫡 For over two decades, Tristan Knowles has worn the green and gold with pride. Now, he’s set to embark on a record-tying sixth Paralympic campaign, leading his team as they chase success in Paris. Full story ➡️ bit.ly/3WRig0Y #WeAreBasketball | #JustRoll | Ford Australia
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Basketball Without Borders will make a Western Australian debut for HoopsFest this September. Some of Australia's brightest stars have been through past editions of the National Basketball Association (NBA) x FIBA initiative. ➡️ https://bit.ly/46RvGP8 #WeAreBasketball #HoopsFest
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“The culture sets a standard and we’ve been given the license to bring our own energy into it. Everyone is accountable and there are no free rides on the 12.” - Frank Pinder. More insights from Pinder via Ford Australia x Rollers - 'Keep on Rollin' series below. ➡️ https://bit.ly/4dsL4DY #WeAreBasketball | #JustRoll
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“It's been a very interesting ride. To be part of this new journey with a new group, a lot of young talent." - Shaun Norris. Norris gives insight on his journey and aspirations for a historic 6th Paralympic campaign. ➡️https://bit.ly/3SUwSM5 #WeAreBasketball | #JustRoll
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Presenting: 𝑲𝒆𝒆𝒑 𝒐𝒏 𝑹𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒊𝒏' 🎥 As the Paralympics approach, we’re teaming up with Ford Australia to bring you the inspiring journeys of Tristan Knowles, Shaun Norris, Bill Latham, and Frank Pinder as the Rollers gear up for Paris 2024. Stay tuned! Details ➡️ bit.ly/3yGG53w #WeAreBasketball | #JustRoll
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