Inclusion

Welcome to Basketball NSW Inclusion

At Basketball NSW, we believe that basketball is a sport for everyone. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of age, gender, ability, or background, can enjoy and participate in the game. We are proud to offer a wide range of established programs designed to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to get involved, stay active, and be part of our basketball community.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We are dedicated to making basketball accessible and welcoming to all. Our inclusive approach ensures that:

•Everyone is Welcome: We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment for all players, coaches, officials, and spectators.

•Programs for All Abilities: We offer programs tailored to individuals with disabilities, ensuring they can participate fully in the sport they love.

•Community Engagement: Our programs are designed to engage various community groups, promoting participation across all segments of society.

•Pathways to Success: We provide opportunities for players of all levels to develop their skills, compete, and achieve their goals, whether for recreation or at the elite level.

Established Programs

Basketball NSW offers a variety of programs to support our inclusive mission:

•Assist All Hoops: Our full pathways program for young people with intellectual impairments.

•I AM A GIRL: Is our female empowerment program which encourages female to try and pursue their basketball journey, either a s aplayer, official or as a coach.

•Indigenous: In partnership with Indigenous Basketball Australia (IBA) to promote and deliver the OUR MOB OUR GAME programs for Indigenous youth in NSW.

•Masters: Basketball programs and competitions for those aged 35+ to 80+ for both men and women.

•Multicultural Programs: Initiatives aimed at engaging diverse cultural communities, ensuring everyone has the chance to play and enjoy basketball, we tailor these programs based on the cultural communities specific needs.

•Pride in Basketball: Is our program where we provide LGBTQ training oppiortunities for our associations, clubs and teams and also social tournament for people from the LGBTQ and allies to participate in.

•Wheelchair Basketball: A dynamic and competitive program for athletes with physical disabilities, providing opportunities to compete at local, state, and national levels.

•Walking Basketball: A slower-paced version of the game, perfect for older adults or those looking for a more accessible way to stay active.

•Inclusive Coaching Workshops: Training for coaches to ensure they have the skills and knowledge to support and include players of all abilities and backgrounds.

Join Us

We invite you to explore our programs and see how you can get involved. Whether you’re a player, coach, official, or fan, there’s a place for you in our basketball community. Together, we can ensure that basketball in NSW is truly a sport for everyone.

For more information about our inclusion programs or to get involved, please contact see our staff page and feel to contact a member of our team.