Geelong United Basketball Weekly Update – May 25

WELCOME TO GEELONG UNITED BASKETBALL’S WEEKLY UPDATE.

IN THIS EDITION:

NBL1 Update:

Two wins for our men, and two narrow losses for our women across the weekend.

Our NBL1 Men’s squad had a great weekend, notching up a 21 point win on Saturday at home, followed by an 11 point win on Sunday on the road in Waverley.

As for our NBL1 Women, they were dealt an 8 point loss on Saturday night at the hands of the Northern Force, and fell short by just 5 points the following day in Waverley.

Upcoming Games:

Our teams now embark on a near month long road stretch before returning home on June 20, taking on the Ballarat Miners as part of this years’ Mar kLeader Shield series.

Tickets are sure to sell fast for this big rivalry clash, so don’t miss out on your chance to get in on the action!

Get your tickets here

BigV Youth League Update:

Our Navexa BigV VYC squads come away 0-2 from the weekend.

Some great efforts from our players though across the board, and plenty to build on heading into round 11.

Upcoming Games:

A road trip double double is on the cards this weekend for our Navexa BigV VYC squads as they head to Ringwood on Saturday, followed by Eltham on Sunday!

𝗥𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘄𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝘃𝘀. 𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘅𝗮 𝗚𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗬𝗖 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻
The Rings
6pm Saturday
𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲: http://basketballvictoria.com.au/bigv

𝗥𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘄𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝘃𝘀. 𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘅𝗮 𝗚𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗬𝗖 𝗠𝗲𝗻
The Rings
8pm Saturday
𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲: http://basketballvictoria.com.au/bigv

𝗘𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗺 𝘃𝘀. 𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘅𝗮 𝗚𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗬𝗖 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻
Eltham High School
12:30pm Sunday
𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲: http://basketballvictoria.com.au/bigv

𝗘𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗺 𝘃𝘀. 𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘅𝗮 𝗚𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗬𝗖 𝗠𝗲𝗻
Eltham High School
2:30pm Sunday
𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲: http://basketballvictoria.com.au/bigv

VJBL Update:

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Vjbl Try Outs Geelong United Basketball

VJBL Weekly Wrap – 22/5/26

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

With round 9 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 2

– U14 Girls Dandy

– U18 B0ys 9

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 5 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 Paul Bugg – Sharks Basketball Club. 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.

Coach Development Session:

Geelong United Basketball is excited to welcome Zoe Carr for our next Coach Education Session.

Zoe is one of Australia’s leading high-performance coaches. She currently works with Basketball Victoria as a High Performance Coach and has extensive experience coaching Australian junior national teams.

In this session, Zoe will share practical strategies on how to:

Design purposeful and engaging practices
Create game-like learning environments
Maximise player development through effective session delivery
Use constraints and decision-making to build better basketball players

Whether you coach domestic, representative, or high-performance basketball, this session will provide valuable tools you can apply immediately with your team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to learn from one of the most respected coaches in the Australian pathway system.

WHEN: Sunday 14 June
TIME: 7:00 PM
WHERE: Geelong Arena

All coaches are encouraged to attend.

Beginner Referee Course:

Our Beginner Referee Course is coming up on June 14 for aspiring referees aged 15+.

To join in on the course, please fill out the registration form 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.