Basketball NSW is proud to confirm the schedule for the 2026 Indigenous Rounds, set to take place across two weekends in May, celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and contribution to the game.
In 2026, the Indigenous Round will also be supported by iAthletic, with a dedicated range of Indigenous Round merchandise available for purchase, giving players and supporters the opportunity to wear and celebrate the occasion across the state. Merchandise is available via their website HERE and all royalties are donated to Indigenous organisations.
The Indigenous Round continues to be an important initiative within the Basketball NSW calendar, providing an opportunity for associations, players, coaches, officials and communities to come together and recognise the rich history and ongoing impact of First Nations people in basketball.
Weekend One: 2–3 May 2026
The first weekend of Indigenous Round activity will be held across the state.
- Waratah Junior League (WJL) Finals – Griffith Regional Sports Centre
- Southern Junior League (SJL) Round 3 – Lauren Jackson Sports Stadium (Albury)
- Eastern Junior League (EJL) Round 2 – Niagara Park (Central Coast)
- Northern Junior League (NJL) Round 2 – Port Macquarie Basketball Stadium
- Metro Competitions – Various venues across Metro NSW
Weekend Two: 9–10 May 2026
The second weekend will continue the celebrations across additional competitions and regions:
- Junior Premier League (JPL) Round 2 – Shoalhaven Basketball Stadium & Snakepit Beaton Park Wollongong
- North Eastern Junior League (NEJL) Round 3 – Ballina Indoor Sports Centre, Niagara Park (Central Coast) and Guzman Y Gomez Stadium (Central Coast)
- Metro Competitions – Various venues
Throughout both weekends, associations are encouraged to engage with their local communities to recognise and celebrate Indigenous culture. This may include Welcome to Country or Acknowledgement of Country ceremonies, themed uniforms, cultural performances, and storytelling.
Basketball NSW remains committed to creating inclusive environments and strengthening connections with First Nations communities through programs such as Our Mob Our Game and First Nations round in the NBL1 East.
Further information, including association-specific activities and merchandise details, will be shared across Basketball NSW platforms in the lead-up to the Indigenous Round weekends.