Getting Started

Basketball is a welcoming, inclusive sport that is suitable for players, coaches and officials of all ages, genders and abilities. As a team sport, basketball helps encourage younger players to develop teamwork and leadership skills as well as improving their confidence and self-esteem. 

There are great pathways in basketball that suit all participants. Whatever your ability, gender or age - you can represent your school, club, association, Victoria and Australia and can aspire to play, coach or referee in our national leagues, college, overseas leagues or even the Olympics.

Domestic or social basketball competitions are run by associations in local venues across Victoria. These competitions cater for all age groups ranging from under-8 through to open age and masters grades. These can be a fantastic introductory competition for juniors wishing to develop their skills or for friends wishing to play in after-work or weekend competitions against other adult teams. 

Participants can register via a local junior club (if applicable) or direct to an association depending on the size and location of the association.

These competitions are often graded to suit all age and ability levels, giving further developmental capabilities for up-and-coming players and to find the right level of competition for you.