Basketball NSW is thrilled to announce the continuation of its commitment to honouring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across Australia with the Indigenous Round in the Spalding Waratah Junior and Senior Leagues for the third consecutive year.
With a firm dedication to collaborating with Indigenous communities, Basketball NSW is committed to assisting in addressing the challenges hindering basketball participation, ensuring that all individuals can engage and relish in the sport. First Nations people are a priority community group in our 2023-2025 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Plan. The introduction of this round serves as a poignant celebration of the rich history, vibrant culture, and remarkable achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, particularly within the basketball landscape of NSW and beyond.
Through this initiative, Basketball NSW seeks to cultivate an environment of mutual respect among players at every level, fostering inclusivity and unity within the basketball community.
By championing the Indigenous Round, Basketball NSW hopes to inspire understanding and appreciation among all participants, reinforcing the importance of honouring First Nations Peoples and their cultural heritage within the sport.
Dates:
Spalding Waratah Southern Junior League – Round 2, Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th April
Spalding Waratah Western Junior League – Round 3, Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th April
Spalding Waratah North-Eastern Junior League – Round 2.1, Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th April
Spalding Waratah Metro Junior League – Semi Finals, Sunday 21st July
Spalding Waratah Premier Junior League – Round 4, Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st July
Spalding Waratah League – 5th, 6th & 7th July
NBL1 East (First Nations Round) – 5th, 6th & 7th July
During the 2024 Indigenous Rounds, we will be incredibly honoured to be Welcomed by local Elders at a number of venues.
iAthletic will be in attendance in venues at our SJL, WJL and NEJL locations but BNSW urges all customers wishing to purchase Indigenous Round merchandise to do so online to avoid missing out.
In partnership with our apparel partner iAthletic, you can now purchase Official Basketball NSW Aboriginal artwork merchandise that features aboriginal artist Jordan Ardler’s artwork as well as specialised designed socks to mark the round.
Profits from the sale of these items will be supporting local Aboriginal organisations in the area where the round is being held.
CLICK HERE to purchase merchandise.
CLICK HERE to purchase Indigenous Socks
