The Basketball NSW Open’s Schools Tournament State Championships were held on May 27th and 28th at the Penrith Valley Regional Sports Centre, drawing schools from across New South Wales for an intense battle for the top prize.
A total of 31 schools competed across three divisions, resulting in 77 games over the course of the State Championships. The fierce competition featured many thrilling moments that kept onlookers at the edge of their seats.
The tournament was open to all schools within the Opens age group, featuring teams that had advanced from regional competitions across the state. The leading teams from each region in their respective divisions faced off in the State Championships.
Basketball NSW extends a special thanks to the referees who ensured fairness and integrity throughout the tournament.
The dedicated officials included:
- Bailey Baxter
- Abigail Stone
- Hayley Innins
- Hayden Raymond
- Blade Funnel
- Alyssa Emperado-Cortez
- Mia Ferris
- Bailey Connor
- Gary Clark
- Clochan Twomey
- Leonie Moore
- Emma Palmer
- Evan Hewlett
Congratulations to all the winning teams and schools that participated.
Open Boys Div 1
Winner: Avondale School
Runner Up: St Luke’s Grammar
Open Boys Div 2
Winner: St Paul’s Catholic College, Manly
Runner Up: Denison College of Secondary Education
Open Boys Div 3
Winner: Killarney Heights High School
Runner Up: Penrith Anglian College
Open Girls Div 1
Winner: St Luke’s Grammar
Runner Up: Monte Sant’ Angelo
Open Girls Div 2
Winner: Central Coast Adventist School
Runner Up: William Clarke College
Open Girls Div 3
Winner: St Clare’s Taree
Runner Up: St Phillips Christian College Newcastle
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More Information: The BNSW School Tournaments consist of regional tournaments for both Primary and Secondary Schools. These tournaments culminate in the top teams from each region competing at the State Championships, where the best team from NSW will be crowned. These tournaments are open to all New South Wales schools. Primary will be hosted later in 2025.