Geraldton Amateur Basketball Association (GABA)

🏆 Macca's Winter Comp Grand Finals 🏆

Tonight

🏀 U12 Boys: Trades Green vs Trades Red
🏀 U14 Boys: Trades Red vs Pumas
🏀 U16 Boys: Pumas vs Trades Red
🏀 Women's: Olympians vs Stateside
🏀 Men's Division 2: Hawks Yellow vs Stateside

Monday, 10 August

🏀 Men's Division 1: Pumas vs Chapman Valley Maroon

A huge week to finish the Winter Comp. Best of luck to every player, coach, referee, volunteer, and supporter. Here's hoping for a great atmosphere and some memorable basketball to cap off the season. 🏆🏀

🏀 2027 BASKETBALL WA COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS 🏀

Please save the date for the upcoming 2027 Basketball WA Country Championships, to be held at Bendat Basketball Centre in Perth.

The championships are a major event on the country basketball calendar, bringing together associations from across Western Australia for a fantastic celebration of regional basketball.

Further information will be shared as it becomes available.

🏀 COACHES WANTED – JOIN THE MIDWEST ACADEMY TEAM! 🏀

Are you passionate about basketball and looking to take your coaching to the next level?

Midwest Academy is seeking enthusiastic and committed coaches who are eager to develop their coaching skills while helping shape the next generation of athletes.

Whether you're an experienced coach or just starting your coaching journey, our Academy provides opportunities to:
✅ Develop your coaching knowledge and leadership skills.
✅ Learn from experienced coaches in a high-performance environment.
✅ Gain practical, on-court coaching experience.
✅ Make a positive impact on young athletes and their basketball journey.

If you're committed to learning, growing and being part of a supportive coaching team, we'd love to hear from you.
You must hold a current Working With Children card.
Please complete this form - https://form.jotform.com/260477808015055
If you have any queries, please email Jackson Pickett [email protected]

Coach Expression of Interest Form

🏀 MIDWEST ACADEMY – OPEN TRIALS 🏀

Ready to take your basketball to the next level?

Midwest Academy is a premier junior basketball development program run by GABA and designed for aspiring athletes who want to improve their skills, develop their basketball IQ and gain a deeper understanding of the game in a high-performance environment.

Whether you're an existing Academy athlete or looking to take the next step in your basketball journey, we invite you to attend our Open Trial Sessions.

📅 Saturday 8th and 22nd August
📍 Active West Stadium – Courts 4–7

Session Times
🏀 Males (Born 2010–2016): 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
🏀 Females (Born 2010–2016): 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Following these two trial sessions, selected athletes will be invited to join our 6-week intensive basketball development program, commencing the week of 24th August. This program is designed to accelerate skill development, enhance game understanding and prepare athletes to perform at the next level.

Don't miss this opportunity to challenge yourself, improve your game and become part of a program committed to developing the next generation of basketball talent.

👉 Register here: https://www.playhq.com/basketball-wa/register/6a11dd

If you require any further information, please contact Jackson Pickett [email protected]

www.playhq.com

What a winning weekend at the BWA/NBL1 West Awards!

- GABA took home Best Regional Association 🏆

- Peter Brown was presented the Arthur McRobbie Award for contribution to regional basketball 🏆

Thank you to all who have contributed to the progress of our Association over the past 12 months

📸 Administrator Nero with the big cheque, with thanks to

More action at Activewest Stadium over the past couple of weeks with some happy campers working on their game. ⛹️‍♀️⛹️‍♂️ and taking home their own 🏀 thanks to Rigters IGA 🙌

Thanks to our Buccaneers coaches, Sophie and Sahba for mixing fun and learning 🙏

Congratulations to Tully Pepper who took home the Built Tough award at National Championships.

This is awarded to an athlete who embodies resilience, grit and relentless commitment throughout the tournament 💪

Another fantastic event running at Activewest Stadium.

Great to see so many parts of the community combining to create opportunities for young people 🫶

🏀 Buccs School Holiday Basketball Clinic #2🏀
Looking for a fun way to keep the kids active these school holidays? Join us for three mornings of basketball, skills, games, and fun!
📅 15–17 July
⏰ 9:00am – 12:00pm
👧👦 Ages 8–15
💲 $150
🎁 Every participant will receive their own basketball, proudly thanks to Rigters IGA!
Whether you're new to the game or looking to improve your skills, this clinic is the perfect way to learn, play, and make new friends.
👉 Register now: https://www.playhq.com/basketball-wa/register/3a0f93
Don't miss out—spots are limited! 🏀💙💛

What a big week it’s been at Activewest Stadium including the GRAMS NAIDOC Basketball Carnival on Tuesday.