WELCOME TO GEELONG UNITED BASKETBALL’S WEEKLY UPDATE.
IN THIS EDITION:
- NBL1 Update
- Spring Super Camps/Girls Got Game Camp
- VJBL United Teams of the Week
- B-All-In
- Ability Hoops
- VJBL Tryouts
- Koor Koor Ngitji Tournament Ref EOI
- Next Step Program
- Practice Like A Pro
- Future United Stars
- Momentum Hoops
- Play Her Way
- Step Above Skills Sessions
- VJBL Coaching Applications
NBL1 Update:
Women fall one game short of perfect season:
Our Plan Group Women’s squad travelled to the State Basketball Centre over the weekend to take on Knox in the NBL1 South women’s grand final.
Hoping to secure a 25th straight win for the season and a championship, it wasn’t to be for our girls – Falling short to the Raiders by 20 pints.
Jaz Shelley top scored for the team dropping 19 points, Hannah Hank our next best with a double double including 13 points and 16 rebounds.
Despite the loss, our squad deserves a massive congratulations for a stellar season – 24 and 1 doesn’t happen often, and it’s something they should still be extremely proud of.
With the season now over, attention turns to WNBL season beginning in October.
Spring Super Camps/Girls Got Game Camp:
We’ve got an exciting basketball extravaganza in store for the upcoming spring school 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
Get yourself registered now, and don’t miss a second of the School Holiday fun!
Register for Super Camps here.
Register for Girls Got Game Camp here.
VJBL United Teams of the Week:
It was another big night of VJBL action last Friday night, as our teams travelled far and wide once again.
Laserquest Team of the Week honours this week go to:
- U14 Boys 5, who defeated Collingwood by 19 points
- U16 Boys 4, who thumped Westgate 92 – 41
- U16 Boys 8, who scored a 2 point home win
- U18 Boys 8, who defeated Bellarine 52 – 21.
B-All-In:
B-ALL-IN is free a program where women build skills, confidence & community—On and Off the Court.
Step into a space designed just for women to grow their basketball skills while building lasting connections. The B-ALL-IN Program is a female-only initiative that blends athletic development with social connection in a fun, supportive environment.
What’s Included:
- Basketball Skill Development Sessions Learn and refine essential techniques—from dribbling and shooting to teamwork and strategy—guided by experienced coaches.
- Female-Only Community Train and connect with other women who share your passion for the game in a safe and empowering space.
- Tea, Coffee & Biscuits After Every Session Cool down, chat, and bond over a warm drink and sweet treats—because community matters as much as the game.
Whether you’re new to basketball or looking to sharpen your skills, B-ALL-IN is your chance to grow, play, and belong.
Find out more here.
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 are now open here.
Ability Hoops:
Ability Hoops is a program where Every Player Belongs!
This skill development basketball program designed specifically for junior players with intellectual disabilities. In proud partnership with Basketball Australia, we’re building a more inclusive future for the sport—one player at a time.
Find out more here.
Koor Koor Ngitji Tournament Ref EOI:
GUB will once again be holding a celebration of our sport by Coming Together (Waddawurrung: Koorr Koorr Ngitji) at our annual festival of basketball!
Expressions of interest are now open for tournament referees.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity, with spots available for all levels of refs across over 400 games throughout the weekend!
Find out more here.
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.
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
