Geelong United Basketball Weekly Update – May 19

WELCOME TO GEELONG UNITED BASKETBALL’S WEEKLY UPDATE.

IN THIS EDITION:

NBL1 Update:

Nbl1 Scores

Saturday night was a tough night for our squads, going up against two strong Knox Raiders outfits.

Our Women stayed in the contest for as long as they could until Knox were eventually able to break things open in the second half. Our Men meanwhile were on the back foot for much of the contest, eventually falling by 28 points.

Upcoming Games:

We’re straight back on home floor this weekend, in a massive double header against the Northern Force!

Tickets are already selling fast , so don’t miss out on your chance to get in on the action!

Get your tickets here

BigV Youth League Update:

Bigv Scores

Our Navexa BigV VYC squads go 2 from 4 across the weekend!

Our Women’s squad continued to fight hard, but the competition from Sandringham & Melbourne proved too much.

Our Men’s squad now move to second place with a 9-3 record after 2 big wins across the weekend.

Upcoming Games:

A road trip double header is on the cards this weekend for our Navexa BigV VYC squads as they head to Casey to battle the Cavaliers!

𝗖𝗮𝘀𝗲𝘆 𝘃𝘀. 𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘅𝗮 𝗚𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗬𝗖 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻

Casey Stadium

5:30pm Saturday

𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲: http://basketballvictoria.com.au/bigv

𝗖𝗮𝘀𝗲𝘆 𝘃𝘀. 𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘅𝗮 𝗚𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗬𝗖 𝗠𝗲𝗻

Casey Stadium

7:30pm Saturday

𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲: http://basketballvictoria.com.au/bigv

VJBL Update:

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VJBL Weekly Wrap – 19/5/26

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

With round 8 of the 2026 season now in the books, check out all the latest from each of this week’s selected teams here.

VJBL Laserquest 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 Boys 5

– U14 Boys Riches

– U18 B0ys 6

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

Community Comp Update:

Champs League Weekly Wrap:

The GUB Champs League Weekly Wrap is back.

Each week we give you all the big results, plus a deep dive into our game of the week on both women’s and men’s sides of the draw.

Check out all the latest from round 4 here.

Community Spotlight Series:

GUB’s Community Spotlight Series aims to shine a light on our community clubs that make up the majority of our weekly competitions.

We’ll be checking in with all club presidents to find out not only about them, but also some club history and what’s happening behind the scenes.

Most recently, we checked in with Craig Porte – Pivot City. Click here or below to read more.

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School Holiday Lineup – June/July:

The winter school holidays will be here before you know it!

We’ve been in full preparation mode getting ready to bring you the very best school holiday activities that you just can’t miss!

GUB Super Camps:

We’ve got an exciting basketball extravaganza in store for the upcoming school holidays!

Five MASSIVE Super Camps are coming your way, with plenty of skills to learn and fun games to be played!

At just $65 per session, including great discounts for multiple camp bookings, it’s the cheapest school holiday fun in town!

So, get your friends together and register now for our upcoming Super Camps! Find out more here.

Girls Got Game Camp:

Join the Geelong United Girls Got Game Camp for one day only these school holidays!

This girls-only camp is the perfect opportunity to develop your skills, make new friends, and have fun.

At just $65 per session, including great discounts when pairing with a Super Camp booking, it’s the cheapest school holiday fun in town!

So, get your friends together and register now for our upcoming Girls Got Game Camp! Find out more here.

Fast Break Friday:

Looking for some extra game time during the 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 the cheapest school holiday fun in town!!

Find out more here.

Gee Gee’s Big Day Out:

Join Gee Gee for an action-packed Big Day Out these school holidays at Geelong Arena!

Our one-day holiday camp is bursting with basketball fun, skill development, games, and energy, plus a special appearance from our favourite mascot, Gee Gee.

Perfect for young players of all skill levels, this day is all about learning, moving, and having fun on the court.

Find out more here.

Geelong Barwon Netball League:

Geelong United Basketball and AFL Barwon have teamed up to bring you the Geelong Barwon Netball League!

This senior women’s competition will showcase the skill and athleticism of netballers from across our great region.

Competition Details:

13 April 2026 – 24 August 2026 (including finals)
Games will be played at Grovedale College (19 Wingarra Drive, Grovedale, VIC, 3216)
Games will be scheduled to start between 5:50 pm – 9:30 pm

Teams will need to provide:

A scorer for each game
Own uniforms and bibs (Clash bibs are available should the need arise)

Find out more and register for the competition here.

Wheelies Basketball Comp:

Our Wheelchair Basketball Competition is a fun, supportive space that welcomes everyone of all abilities.

Playing basketball gives everyone an opportunity to develop greater confidence, skills and strengths, make new friends and learn about teamwork. The emphasis is on creating a supportive, social, inclusive and fun environment.

Working closely with our local networks, Geelong United Basketball runs this competition on Tuesday nights, accommodating a variety of ages and skill levels.

Our team are run by volunteer members that cover Greater Geelong from Lara in the north to Leopold in the east, the Surf Coast and the Golden Plains.

New season is now underway – Register now!

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.