VJBL

Our Navexa VJBL (Victorian Junior Basketball League) is the next step in the development for those who are looking to advance their basketball skills beyond our community competitions. Consisting of over 50 teams, this competition is run by Basketball Victoria and sees teams compete against other clubs from metropolitan and regional Victoria.

VJBL 26/27 New Player Tryouts:

Are you ready to take the next step in your basketball journey?

We’re inviting new players who have not previously played VJBL to attend our New Player Try Outs ahead of the official October VJBL selections.

This session is compulsory for eligible players wanting to be considered for upcoming VJBL Try Outs.

Who is this for?
Players who have never played VJBL before in the following age groups:

U14 Boys (Born 2014–2015)
U16 Boys (Born 2012–2013)
U18 Boys (Born 2010–2011)

Try Out Details Date: Sunday 6th September

Location: Beyond Bank Stadium Session

Times:

U14 Boys: 12:00pm – 1:30pm
U16 Boys: 2:30pm – 4:00pm
U18 Boys: 5:00pm – 6:30pm

Important Information:
Attendance is required to be considered for October VJBL Try Outs Designed to identify and invite new talent into the VJBL pathway.

Take Your Game Further If you’re ready to challenge yourself, improve your skills, and step into representative basketball , this is your opportunity.

Register here: https://www.playhq.com/basketball-victoria/register/f2f67f

VJBL 26/27 Coach E.O.I:

GUB is now seeking Head Coaches and Assistant Coaches for the 2026/27 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 now and be part of something bigger.

Register your interest here.

VJBL 26/27 Try Outs:

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Age Groups (determined by year of birth): U12’s (YOB 2016-2019), U14’s (YOB 2014-2015), U16’s (YOB 2012-2013), U18’s (YOB 2010-2011)
• Trial process: All new players who haven’t played in the above listed age groups need to attend New player try outs. All other players will be required to attend VJBL try outs to be selected in a team dates as advised. Further rego information TBC
• Venues and Travel Expectations: VJBL is played at venues across the state of Victoria on Friday Evenings. All players and coaches will be expected to travel to these venues throughout the season.
• FAQs:
  – Should I try out if I haven’t played basketball before? No, we recommend players have played a season of community competition basketball before trying out for a VJBL team.
  – How many teams will there be? This is to be confirmed and dependent on try out numbers and team entry requirements from VJBL.
  – When do teams train? Teams train weekly on Sundays. Each team is allocated a time by the club.
  – Do I need to attend try outs to be selected? To have the best opportunity at making a VJBL team, we recommend that players attend try outs.
  – Do teams have to play in tournaments? Yes, all GUB VJBL teams are required to play at the Koorr Koorr Ngtiji: Geelong Annual Tournament on the 30^th October- November 1^st. All Legacy Teams are required to play at their age group’s Junior Country Championships tournaments. All other tournaments are entered at the discretion of the team.

For further information, please contact: Pathway Program Coordinator – Courtney Burke cburke@geelongunitedbasketball.com.au