2025 OPENS SCHOOLS TOURNAMENT STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS

Competitions
Written by Jaylee Ismay
30 May, 2025

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.