WELCOME TO GEELONG UNITED BASKETBALL’S WEEKLY UPDATE.
IN THIS EDITION:
- NBL1 Update
- Big V Youth League Update
- VJBL Tryouts
- Next Step Program
- Coach Development Session – ON TOMORROW!
- Practice Like A Pro
- Future United Stars
- Momentum Hoops
- Play Her Way
- Step Above Skills Sessions
- VJBL Coaching Applications
NBL1 Update:
Perfect season achieved for our Women / Men wrap up their season with a send off:
Our women’s squad have officially won a perfect 22-0 for the regular season!
After a win on Friday in Keilor, the momentum continued as they dealt a thumping to the bottom placed Eltham Wildcats to wrap up the regular season.
Finals now await (details below) with another clash against Keilor on the cards as we begin the trek towards a potential championship.
Our men’s squad have officially wrapped up their season, unable to get a win in the final round with losses to Keilor and Eltham. Saturday night though saw the end of an era for Ma’alo Hicks. After calling time on his career during the week, Hicks suited up for his 185th SEABL/NBL1 game for Geelong with the crowd chanting their thanks to the big man.
Thank you Ma’alo!
Next home game:
It’s finals time, and our Women’s squad are guaranteed two home finals – The first of which is coming up this Saturday night, 7pm at the Geelong Arena!
Tickets are sure to sell fast, so get yours here before they’re gone!
Big V Youth League Update:
It was two big wins to wrap up the regular season for our Navexa YL1 women over the weekend!
These results lock in a second place finish and a big finals campaign to come – Keep an eye out for game times coming soon on our GUB socials.
VJBL Tryouts:
Our VJBL Tryouts are fast approaching!
Save the date for our October tryouts, and you could soon be donning a GUB jersey for the 2025/26 season!
For boys who have not played VJBL before and wish to try out for our U14, U16 and U18 squads, the first pre-screening tryout will be happening on September 14. If successful at this tryout, you will be invited to the following October tryouts.
Registration for the September pre-screening tryout are now open here.
Registrations for October VJBL tryouts will be released soon!
Next Step Program:
Our Next Step Program is designed for Community basketball players looking to up-skill, develop their game, and learn from Geelong United’s VJBL coaches!
Join us and take the Next Step in your basketball journey!
Find out more here.
Coach Development Session – ON TOMORROW:
Some great knowledge to be shared once again with another Coach Development session coming up tomorrow night, 7pm at the Geelong Arena.
Register your spot now here.
Practice Like A Pro:
Practice Like a Pro is a 6-week high-intensity skill development program built to mirror how professional players train.
Each week, players will step into a purposefully designed session that follows the same structure, standards, and flow as a pro-level workout — focused on efficiency, detail, and game-ready execution.
Registrations are now open – Find out more here.
Future United Stars:
Do you want to be a star of the future?
The Future United Stars program is a skill development program that will teach players how to be able to play competitively.
This program will be coordinated by GUB’s Coach & Athlete Development Manager, Simon Nicholson and coached by GUB’s U12 VJBL Coaches.
Registrations are now open – Find out more here.
Momentum Hoops:
Geelong United Basketball has teamed up with Freedom Sports to bring you its latest program, Momentum Hoops.
This skill-development initiative is for junior wheelchair basketball players aged 8+. Enjoy an inclusive program focusing on building basketball skills, confidence, and teamwork, while empowering young athletes to reach their full potential in a supportive and fun environment.
Find out more here.
Play Her Way:
Geelong United is excited to launch the new Play Her Way Program – a girls-only skill development initiative for junior players aged 12+.
Designed to enhance fundamental skills, this program caters to all levels, from beginners to experienced players.
Whether you’re just starting or looking to refine your abilities, Play Her Way offers a supportive environment for growth and development on the court.
Join us and take your game to the next level!
Term 3 registrations are open now – Find out more here.
Step Above Skills Sessions:
Take your game to the next level!
Geelong United Basketball’s Step Above Skills Sessions are all about stepping up your game and learning the skills that will help you get ahead of the pack.
These sessions are for VJBL athletes and others wanting to improves their skills by attending one or both sessions. Hosted by special guest Geelong United NBL1 players (Lilly Rotunno, Kaelen Malone, Hannah Hank & Tristan Forsyth), each session will be focused on specific skills based development that will help all athletes better their game.
Sessions are coming up from July 8!
Find out more here.
VJBL Coaching Applications:
Calling all Coaches!
GUB is now seeking Head Coaches and Assistant Coaches for the 2025/26 VJBL season.
With support from Coach & Athlete Development Manager Simon Nicholson, a growing team of experienced Coaches, and a clear style of play across all teams — our coaches are backed to lead, learn, and elevate their craft in a player development-focused environment.
Whether you’re a returning coach or ready to take the next step, GUB offers a place to grow and make a real impact in the VJBL space.
Submit your Expression of Interest here and be part of something bigger.
Our mailing address is:
Geelong United Basketball
Beyond Bank Stadium
20 Crows Road
Belmont, Victoria 3216
Australia
