Geelong United Basketball Weekly Update – March 30

WELCOME TO GEELONG UNITED BASKETBALL’S WEEKLY UPDATE.

IN THIS EDITION:

NBL1 Update:

We’re officially underway for the 2026 season, with some new look teams and a fighting spirit to match – And boy did our teams fight hard against some tough Kilsyth competition over the weekend!

Although both teams were unable to secure a win, there were plenty of positive signs for the future as our squads develop their chemistry.

Nbl1 Scores

Following a road trip this Thursday leading into the Easter long weekend, we’ll be making our return to home court on April 12 in a massive double header against Mt Gambier.

Get your tickets here

Geelong United NBL1 Memberships:

We’re also excited to announce that memberships are now available for the upcoming season!

Secure your seat for every single home of the NBL1 South 2026 season now!

More details available here.

New GUB Apparel Items:

Our apparel store closes tomorrow, so this is your LAST CHANCE to get your hands on our new merch items!

Items are made to order – Choose your favourite colour and garment, or grab the whole set!

Store will be open for orders until midnight tomorrow (Tuesday, March 31), so get in quick!

Order here.

BigV Youth League Update:

Weekend Results Bigv Fb

As the old song goes, “two out of three ain’t bad.”

Our teams both grabbed a solid win heading into the Easter break.

Action returns on Saturday April 11 with a home double header against Keilor.

VJBL Update:

VJBL Weekly Wrap:

Each week we’ll be selecting VJBL teams to be a part of our weekly wrap!

With round 2 of the 2026 season done and dusted, check out all the latest from each of this week’s selected teams here.

VJBL Teams of the Week:

Thanks to Laserquest Geelong, we will once again be awarding Team of the Week honours to a selected group of teams throughout each round of the 2026 VJBL season.

This week, the glory goes to:

– 𝗨𝟭𝟮 𝗚𝗶𝗿𝗹𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲𝗿
– 𝗨𝟭𝟲 𝗕𝗼𝘆𝘀 𝟵
– 𝗨𝟭𝟴 𝗕𝗼𝘆𝘀 𝟴

Congratulations, and all the best for the remainder of the season.

Winter Competition Registrations:

GUB’s Winter Season is fast approaching!

Social and school registrations are now open (please speak with your club about your club teams entry for this season).

Team entries due on April 13th, 11:55 pm. Teams are accepted after this, but will incur a $20.00 late fee.

U16 Vic Counrtry State Team Selections:

U16 State Selections Fb Geelong United Basketball

Congratulations to our GUB players who have been selected in the U16 Vic Country State teams.

Wishing you the very best of luck at the Footlocker National Championships.

GUB April Super Camps:

We’ve got an exciting basketball extravaganza in store for the upcoming Easter Holidays!

Get set for five HUGE Super Camps, aimed to help build your skills and make you more confident on the court. Book for multiple camps to receive great discounts!

COST:

1 Camp – $60

2 Camps – $110

3 Camps – $160

4 Camps – $210

5 Camps – $250

6 Camps (including Girls Got Game Camp) – $290

Spots will full up fast, so register now before you miss out on the fun!

Full details here.

Lost Property:

Lost Property Fb

Due to an increasing amount of lost property piling up, we will be conducting a lost property clean out ahead of the Christmas break, with remaining items to be donated on 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟮.

All items from other locations will be brought to Beyond Bank Stadium before the donation cutoff.

If you think you may have any missing items located in lost property, please check now before it’s too late!

Fast Break Friday:

Looking for some extra game time during the Easter holidays? Fast Break Friday is your chance to hit the court, play non-stop basketball, and have fun with friends!

What is it? Open Runs for community-level players across these age groups:

Under 10’s
Under 12’s
Under 14’s
Under 16’s
Under 18’s

Each session runs for 2 hours of continuous basketball action. Players will be placed into teams based on age group. Games run in 10-minute blocks with short breaks in between – fast-paced and fun!

Full details here.

GUB Legacy Cup 2026:

The Legacy Cup is back for 2026!

It’s time for basketball clubs across Victoria to showcase their talent and compete for the ultimate title.

This tournament is all about celebrating grassroots basketball — the players, the teams, and the communities that make local hoops so special.

Whether you’re a well-seasoned squad or an up-and-coming team, the Legacy Cup is your chance to shine!

Teams will battle it out across multiple divisions (U10’s, 12’s, 14’s, 16’s 18’s & seniors) for the prestigious title of Victorian Club Champion in their division. The club that wins the most championships across all divisions will be crowned Legacy Cup Champion — the true champion of community basketball!

Find out more here.

Wheelchair Comp EOI:

Wheelchair Basketball is back for Winter 2026, and we’re aiming to expand opportunities for players across our community!

We’ve launched an Expression of Interest form for anyone keen to play.

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, each session will be focused on specific skills based development that will help all athletes better their game.

Find out more and register here.

Community Development Program:

Looking to build your skills and get an extra training session in each week?

The Community Development Program is a great opportunity for players in the GUB Community Competitions to grow their game in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Each session focuses on:

Skill development
Game IQ
Confidence building

Led by Program Coordinator Courtney Burke, the program offers a fun and engaging space for players to learn, improve, and enjoy basketball even more.

Full details here.

Shooting School:

Want to take your game to the next level? Our Shooting School is designed for junior players in the Geelong United Community Competition who are looking for an extra session focused on improving shooting skills through game-like activities.