Jacob Chance has been announced as Head Coach for the Australian Boomers next @FIBA Asia Cup 2025 window of qualifiers. “I’m really proud and also grateful to Basketball Australia and Jason Smith for backing in the pathway of Aussie coaches and I know Kerry, Robbie and myself will take plenty away from the experience," - Jacob Chance. 31-year-old Chance will be flanked by assistant coaches Kerry Williams and Robbie McKinlay for games against Thailand and Korea. Read more ➡️ https://bit.ly/4e5TgcV #WeAreBasketball | #GoBoomers
Basketball Australia
Spectator Sports
Melbourne, Victoria 18,784 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.
- Website
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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
Locations
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Primary
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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The FIBA U15 Oceania Cup is back Down Under 🍃🌊🏝️ We are seeking registrations for volunteers from 11 - 16 November at the Australian Institute Of Sport in Canberra. Details ➡️ https://bit.ly/4eIhZFf #WeAreBasketball | #U15OceaniaCup
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Australian basketballers have welcomed the inclusion of the Gangurrus 3x3 and Wombats 3x3 wheelchair teams at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Full Story ➡️ https://bit.ly/4htd6ls #WeAreBasketball | #CommGamesAUS | #Glasgow2026
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Basketball Australia would like to acknowledge National Children's Week. 2024's theme 'Children have the right to a clean and safe environment' aligns with our determination to ensure that basketball is a safe sport and place for all. More Info: https://bit.ly/3YzLPX5 #WeAreBasketball #ChildrensWeek
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Congratulations to Seven Consulting Opals Head Coach, Sandy Brondello OLY in leading the NY LIBERTY to their first-ever WNBA (Women's National Basketball Association) title. A massive year for Sandy 🥉 🏆 #WeAreBasketball #WNBAFinals
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Basketball Australia (BA) is seeking Expressions of Interest from passionate, and suitably experienced coaches for a number of Junior National Teams representing Australia in the 2025 FIBA Campaigns cycle. Appointments are sought for Head Coaches; Under 17 Men’s (Crocs), U17 Women’s (Sapphire’s) & U19 Women (Gems). This is a coveted opportunity to represent Australia, contribute to development of our future Boomers & Opals, form lasting relationships, and be part of something great. Details ➡ https://bit.ly/3A2erP6 #WeAreBasketball
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Australia's teams for the FIBA U15 Oceania Cup in Canberra have been announced. The tournament will be hosted on Australian soil for the first time since Melbourne in 2013. Details ➡️ https://bit.ly/3NrgVd9 #WeAreBasketball | #U15OceaniaCup
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Play your part at the FIBA U15 Oceania Cup as the best U15’s basketballers converge in Canberra this November. We are seeking industry roles for scorers, table officials and volunteers. If you’re looking for experience and want to be a part of the action, check the details below. APPLY NOW: https://bit.ly/3UcagqK #WeAreBasketball | #U15OceaniaCup
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Basketball Australia are seeking applications for a full-time Integrity Officer - Wagering. This is a full-time, permanent position based in our office in Melbourne at the State Basketball Centre, Wantirna. If you have expertise and understanding in the area and a passion for basketball - check the listing below. Details ➡ https://bit.ly/4f2QJ4i #WeAreBasketball
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"There's always got to be a first right, and Timmsy was that for Australian women's basketball," - Lauren Jackson AO OLY in tribute to Michele Timms. LJ pays tribute to Timmsy Full Video ➡ https://bit.ly/3BFVqCL #WeAreBasketball | #24HoopClass