2026 Ballina Basketball Coach - Expressions of Interest
Expressions of interest are now being sought for Coaching positions for the following teams:

Under 10 Gala Day
- Under 10 Mixed & Girls (2017, 2018, 2019)

North Coast Shield
- Under 11 Boys & Girls (2016, 2017, 2018)
- Under 13 Boys & Girls  (2014, 2015)
- Under 15 Boys & Girls ( 2012, 2013)
- Under 17 Boys (2010-2011)
- Under 18 Girls (2009- 2011)

All Ballina coaches are required to:

1) Be a registered Ballina Basketball Member 
2) Have supplied a valid WWCC (also must pass checks)
3) Current and valid coaching accreditation (day course)

Ballina Basketball will assist you in obtaining the above if needed.

To express your interest, please complete this form by answering all questions. If you have previously coached at NJL or NEJL at Ballina, you only need to provide your name, mobile number, email address, and answer the last question regarding the Prawn Bowl tournament. Thank you.

Applications close Tuesday 23rd June
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League / Trial Information
No trials will be held for the Miniball Gala Day. This will be a player EOI only with teams created per coach.

Shield Rep Team trials and selections will be conducted Monday 29 June and Tuesday 30th June (instead of junior comp). Coaches must be present during trials. 

Monday June 29
U11 Girls 4.15-5.15PM Monday June 29
U11 Boys 4.15-5.15PM Monday June 29
U18 Girls 5.15-6.15PM Monday June 29
U17 Boys 5.15-6.15PM Monday June 29

Tuesday June 30
U13 Girls 5.15-6.15PM Tuesday June 30
U13 Boys 4-5PM Tuesday June 30
U15 Girls 5.15-6.15PM Tuesday June 30
U15 Boys 6.30-7.30PM Tuesday June 30


There may be an additional trial date Monday July 20 for some age groups.
🏀 Competition Description Miniball Gala Day🏀  
Basketball NSW, in partnership with our local Ford Aussie Hoops, is excited to announce the inaugural 2026 Under 10 Ford Aussie Hoops Gala Day. This very first gala day will be held at BISC 🙌
The Gala Day has been designed to provide young players with the opportunity to experience basketball games in a fun, supportive and low pressure environment. For many participants, this will be their first opportunity to play games against other teams and enjoy a real game day atmosphere.
The event aims to support the development of 7, 8 and 9 year old players as they build confidence, develop their skills and prepare for a future transition into local junior competition.

The event is designed to give Aussie Hoopers the chance to experience basketball games in a fun, supportive and low pressure environment. For many kids, this is their first opportunity to play real games against other teams and experience real game day vibes.

The Gala Day will be held on Thursday 16 July at Ballina Indoor Sports Centre from 11:30am - 4:30pm.

👥 Coaching Culture & Support

Most of our coaches are parents who step up to give the kids in our community a chance to play and compete — and we’re grateful for that. We know coaching isn’t always easy. 

We ask that you:

- Strive to support the development of each player and the team as a whole 

- Keep it fun 

Thank you for putting your hand up to coach. We’re here to support you, please reach out if needed.

🏀 Competition Description North Coast Shield🏀  
​The aim of North Coast Shield is to provide every junior an opportunity to play competitive basketball in our regional area with an emphasis on player development. Participating associations are Ballina, Byron Bay, Tweed, Lismore, Yamba, Grafton & Valley. 
​
The competition is played on one day - either a Saturday or Sunday over 4 weekends (plus a final weekend). The competition usually runs from September to November. A number of the rounds are expected to be held at BISC.

The competition consists of three divisions:
- DIV1: Is the most competitive division and allows an unlimited number of NEJL/NJL representative players per team;
- DIV2: Allows only 2 top-age representative NEJL/NJL on the court at any one time;
- DIV3: No representative players are allowed to play in this division. It is for new to rep players only.

Shield serves as an excellent pathway for young players looking to experience a higher level of basketball. It caters for those already on the pathways, while providing opportunities for players and families to experience representative basketball without a major time or financial commitment.

👥 Coaching Culture & Support

Most of our coaches are parents who step up to give the kids in our community a chance to play and compete — and we’re grateful for that. We know coaching isn’t always easy. You're always learning, evolving your coaching style and getting to know your team with each training session and game.

We ask that you:

- Strive to support the development of each player and the team as a whole

- Communicate openly with players and families where appropriate

- Ask for support if you're coaching your own child and need help navigating that space

Thank you for putting your hand up to coach. We’re here to support you, please reach out if needed.

Personal Details
First Name *
Last Name *
Working With Children Check (WWCC) Number
Date of Birth (dd/mm/yyyy)
Mobile Number *
Email *
Coaching Information
Coach Accreditation Level
Clear selection
Is your Accreditation currently up to date (active)?
Clear selection
Are you currently a registered member of Ballina Basketball?
Clear selection
Which team/s are you applying for?
If you have checked multiple teams, please list the teams in order of preference?
Please summarise your past Head Coaching, Assistant Coaching, or playing experience, including years involved, teams, and programs.
We encourage new coaches to apply.
If you have previously coached an NJL/NEJL/Shield representative team before, what ideas or feedback do you have on how our club can better support you  and/or your players' development?
If you’re new to coaching representative teams, what kind of support or resources would help you to feel confident and prepared this rep season?
If you are selected to coach a team, would you be interested and available to take the team to the Pawn Bowl? (See information below.) If you are interested, the club will enter the team, but only if there are referees available to officiate for your team that weekend.
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JUNIOR PRAWN BOWL INFO

Dear Associations,

The Yamba Trawlers are excited to announce the return of the Yamba Prawn Bowl, with the carnival to be held on Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 August 2026.

The Prawn Bowl was a long-standing part of basketball in Yamba and, after a number of years away, we are thrilled to be bringing it back.

The carnival will be held at Raymond Laurie Sports Centre, Yamba, with games also to be played at Maclean Sports Centre if required.

The Yamba Prawn Bowl is intended to be a junior development carnival, aimed at giving players a fun and positive representative experience. There will be no division grading within age groups, with the focus instead on participation, development and good competition.

We are currently seeking Expressions of Interest from associations wishing to nominate teams in the following age groups:

  • U9 Mixed (players born 2018, 2019 & 2020) – played on lowered hoops

  • U11 Boys and Girls (2016 & 2017)

  • U13 Boys and Girls (2014 & 2015)

  • U15 Boys and Girls (2012 & 2013)

The team nomination fee will be $450 per team.

To assist with officiating and game delivery, each team entered will be required to provide:

  • One accredited referee per team entered

  • Two scorebench volunteers per team

Referees will be paid $20 per game.

Please note:

  • Associations may nominate multiple teams in any division.

  • We anticipate divisions to fill quickly, so early EOIs are encouraged.

  • Formal nomination packs, draw information, payment details and competition rules will be sent to teams once EOIs close.

  • Depending on team numbers, some age groups may be capped.

Thank you!
Thank you for applying to be a coach and helping to build a positive culture where players can grow, develop their skills, and thrive both on and off the court.  

If you have any questions please reach out to rep@ballinabasketball.com.au
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