Geelong United Basketball Weekly Update – September 30

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WELCOME TO GEELONG UNITED BASKETBALL’S WEEKLY UPDATE.

IN THIS EDITION:

WNBL Update
Competition Growth – GUB Adds New Venue
Big V Youth League / VJBL u20’s Tryouts – REGISTER NOW!
VJBL Try Outs – REGISTER NOW!
Super Camps – LAST CHANCE!
New Program – Aussie Hoops All Abilities
New Program – Empowered Hoops
New Program – Junior All Stars 3×3
GUB Annual Tournament – Clinics Announced
Summer Season Player Registrations Are Due
Future United Stars – PRICE DISCOUNT FOR REMAINING SESSIONS
B-ALL-IN – Basketball For Everyone
Serenity In The Stadium

WNBL UPDATE:

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Our naming campaign is coming to a close, with your chance to suggest a great new name for our Geelong United WNBL team.

So, what do you think? Geelong United _____.

Leave a comment on the naming campaign social posts, or send an idea through to memberships@geelongunitedbasketball.com.au

WNBL SEASON FIXTURE:

GUB FIXTURE PNG

Don’t forget to become a member!

Founding and original memberships are now available, with the Originals selling fast!

Don’t miss out, details here on how to be a part of history.

COMPETITION GROWTH – GUB ADDS NEW VENUE:

Geelong United Basketball (GUB) is excited to announce the addition of a new venue due to growing competition numbers.

The Bannockburn Recreation Centre will become an additional competition venue for 2 nights of the week during the upcoming summer season to cater for the increase in games throughout the season.

Read more here.

BIG V YOUTH LEAGUE / VJBL u20’s TRYOUTS:

Try out registrations are now open for your chance to be a part of our Big V Youth League and VJBL Under 20’s Geelong United teams.

Get the full schedule and registrations details here.

VJBL TRYOUTS:

VJBL tryouts start THIS FRIDAY!!

All tryouts will be held at at Beyond Bank Stadium (formerly AWA Stadium) – 20 Crows Rd. Belmont.

Get all the details you need and registration links here.

SUPER CAMPS ARE BACK:

One week done, one week to go!There’s only 3 more chances to get in on the school holiday fun with our GUB Super Camps.

With skills, drills and a whole lot of fun all rolled into 3 more EPIC days, our Super Camps are the place to be!

𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗢𝗰𝘁. 𝟭 – Spots filling 𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁!
𝗪𝗲𝗱 𝗢𝗰𝘁. 𝟮 – Spots filling 𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁!
𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿 𝗢𝗰𝘁. 𝟯 – Spots filling 𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁!

NEW PROGRAM – AUSSIE HOOPS ALL ABILITIES:

New program alert – Aussie Hoops All Abilities will be an all-inclusive and sensory-friendly introductory program for players between the ages of 4-7 years old that have a physical or intellectual disability.

Get all the details you need here.

NEW PROGRAM – EMPOWERED HOOPS:

Another new program to get around – Empowered Hoops!

Unlock your potential with the Empowered Hoops Program! A sensory-friendly, all-abilities skill development experience where everyone is welcome.

Bring your support workers and let’s elevate together!

Get more details here.

NEW PROGRAM – JUNIOR ALL STARS 3×3:

The new programs keep on coming, with our Junior All Stars 3×3 program!

Designed for players with disabilities, this inclusive program offers skill development and exciting 3×3 gameplay – Empowering young athletes to thrive on the court while building confidence and teamwork.

Get all the info here.

GUB ANNUAL TOURNAMENT – CLINICS ANNOUNCED:

During the Geelong United Annual Tournament weekend, a range of clinics will be held around coaching, referee’s and inclusion.

With a wide variety of topics, activities, games and more, these clinics are not to be missed!

Further information on all clinics can be found here.

SUMMER SEASON PLAYER REGISTRATIONS ARE DUE:

The summer 24/25 season kicks off this coming Monday October 7.

If you’re not registered to play, now is the time to do so to avoid any penalties. Contact your club or social team contact to get your registrations sorted.

More details here.

FUTURE UNITED STARS – PRICE DISCOUNT FOR REMAINING SESSIONS:

Does your child want to be a star of the future?

The Future United Stars program is a skill development program that will teach players how to be able to play competitively.

There’s still time to get involved in the last 4 weeks of this fantastic program, and at a discounted price!

Find out more here.

B-ALL-IN – BASKETBALL FOR EVERYONE:

Come, socialise and join in the fun!

We’ve teamed up with Basketball Victoria with our latest program, aimed at women and gender diverse people to get active and learn some basic basketball skills in a fun, friendly, and non-competitive environment.

𝗪𝗛𝗘𝗡: Thursdays 10.30AM-11.30AM – Starting August 15th
𝗪𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘: Geelong Arena
𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗖𝗧: Contact Community and Programs Team: admin@geelongunitedbasketball.com.au

SERENITY IN THE STADIUM:

This World Mental Health Day, join us at GMHBA Stadium for a unique yoga experience that blends tranquility with community spirit.

Whether you’re an experienced yogi or just starting out, this event is about more than just yoga. It’s a chance to connect, support each other, and embrace movement and mindfulness in a supportive setting.

Be part of this inspiring journey toward better mental health. Together, we can make a difference and highlight the importance of mental wellness.

What: A mass Yoga event for up to 2000 people on GMHBA Stadium
When: Thursday 10th of October, 7am
Why: This event will run on World Mental Health Day to highlight the importance of physical activity and social connection on mental health outcomes.
Who: The event is a collaboration between two NFP organisations, Read the Play & Active Geelong, and will act as a fundraiser for their important work in advocating for physical activity and positive mental health in the region. The event is supported by Plan Group, Beyond Bank, Kardinia Park Stadium Trust, GMHBA, Times News Group, City of Greater Geelong and Kempe Engineering.
To purchase your Ticket! Go to www.serenityinthestadium.com.au and purchase an early bird ticket now.