Basketball NSW is thrilled to join forces with Indigenous Basketball Australia to present more exciting opportunities this year. Together, we will be hosting multiple free NAIDOC 3×3 Basketball Carnivals throughout regional NSW as part of the annual celebration.
Basketball will be the star attraction across the state with NAIDOC 3X3 tournaments again with gala days slated for Coffs Harbour, Wagga Wagga, and Ballina.
NAIDOC Week celebrations will kick off nationally from the 2nd-9th of July and will aim to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC Week is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth.
These free events are open to players from Under 12’s to Opens with plenty of activities for children aged 4.5 – 9 years.
Some of the activities include;
→ 3X3 Basketball
→ Shooting competitions
→ Fun games & prizes
→ Entertainment
→ Free food
Basketball NSW, ICALD Manager Darren Allie expressed his excitement in delivering these free basketball events as part of NAIDOC festivities.
“The NAIDOC Week events are a great opportunity to bring the community together in a fun and inclusive environment,” said Allie.
“Each year they continue to grow and we look forward to seeing more new faces attending over the week.”
Basketball NSW x IBA NAIDOC Week Events
Coffs Harbour:
Date: Sunday 2nd July 2023.
Time: 9am to 3pm
Venue: Sportz Central, 74A Bray Street, Coffs Harbour
Register: HERE, Each player needs to register as an individual. If you’ve formed a team, wear your team shirts & tell us your team name on the day. Individuals also welcome – we’ll find you a team on the day.
Want to volunteer? Click HERE to submit your EOI in helping out at the event.
FREE RETURN BUS TRANSFERS from Macksville, Bowraville & Nambucca are available (must be pre-booked when registering).
Age divisions:
Under 10s (activities 10am-11am)
U12s: Born 2012, 2013 & 2014
U14s: Born 2010 & 2011
U16s: Born 2008 & 2009
Ballina:
Date: Monday 3rd July
Time: 12pm to 4pm
Venue: Ballina Indoor Sports Centre (BISC), 63 Cherry St.
Register: HERE, Each player needs to register as an individual. Mixed teams will be made on the day.
Transport: To be confirmed, contact lauren.king@bnsw.com.au
Age divisions:
U12s: Born 2012, 2013 & 2014
U14s: Born 2010 & 2011
U16s: Born 2008 & 2009
Wagga Wagga:
Date: Tuesday 11th July 2023.
Time: 9am-5pm
Venue: Equex MPS, Copland Street, Wagga Wagga
Register: HERE, All players must register in a team. Maximum of 2 representative players per team
Want to volunteer? Please email isabel.forbes@bnsw.com.au for more information.
FREE RETURN BUS TRANSFERS from Tumut, Adelong, Narrandera, Temora and Junee are available (must be pre-booked when registering).
Age divisions:
Skills session for 5-8 year olds
U12s: Born 2012, 2013 & 2014
U14s: Born 2010 & 2011
U16s: Born 2008 & 2009
OPENS: Born 2007 & earlier
There will also be a Walking Basketball option for limited games. If you wish to participate in this please email isabel.forbes@bnsw.com.au
The theme for NAIDOC Week 2022 is “For Our Elders!
For more information about NAIDOC Week CLICK HERE.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic chance to enjoy the game and celebrate this important occasion by registering today by clicking HERE.
