Learning from the best, John Rillie shares his wisdom and experience with the Community Mentoring Program

From Wildcats to Boomers, John Rillie is bringing his experience at the highest level to his mentoring relationship with Chloe Tugliach.

You Don’t Have to Be the Expert to Be the Coach

Coaching expertise isn't about having all the answers yourself—it's about creating an environment where knowledge from anyone (assistants, specialists, even athletes) can surface, and helping others learn rather than just displaying what you know.

Experienced leaders join Community Coach Mentoring Program for 2026 cohort two

Following the success of the opening intake earlier this year, the second cohort will support 56 coaches from across the country, including 27 female coaches and 29 male coaches, as they undertake an eight-week mentoring journey.

“Don’t blink when things get tricky”: Chance eyes NBA Finals breakthrough

The long-standing San Antonio and Australian connection runs deep with representation in the 2026 NBA Finals.

Your Next Learning Step: Recommended Learning Pathways for Every Coach

Discover the recommended QMS learning modules for each coaching level — from Participation through to High Performance — and find the right starting point for your coaching development journey.

Coaches come together for 2026 National Coaches Conference

More than 270 coaches from across Australia gathered in Canberra for two days of learning and insights from leading coaches, practitioners and high-performance experts from across the game.

Pro insights on offer with Coaches Conference roster

The 10th National Coaches Conference presented by Basketball Australia is inbound at the AIS from 1 – 2 June.

BA Coach Mentoring Program - Reflections and New Intake

The Basketball Australia Coach Mentoring Program's first intake delivered meaningful professional growth and lasting connections, with coaches across all levels benefiting from tailored mentoring built on trust, reflection, and shared learning.

Elite Coaches Clinic announced for WA

Unique opportunity to observe the Australian Boomers in action during a live training session.

You’re Coaching even when you don’t know it!

Coaching development extends beyond sport-specific study — the most valuable insights come from observing human behaviour, communication, and environments in everyday life.

Turning Coaching into Career Capital: Making Basketball Skills Transferable

The new Basketball Australia National Coach Development Framework reframes coaching skills into clear, transferable capabilities, helping coaches articulate their real-world value beyond sport.

From Video to Insight: What a SAM Report Actually Tells You as a Coach

SAM reveals the gap between how coaches think they coach and what their data actually shows — and that gap is where growth happens.

Synot to Lead Australian Gliders into Next Chapter

Jeremy Synot appointed as Head Coach of the Australian Gliders.

Remain a student until you become the example

Coaching is a continuous cycle of learning and teaching — you grow by staying a student, even as you become the example others follow.

Basketball Australia National Coaches Conference 2026

Basketball Australia's 10th annual gathering of coaching minds, hosted at the Australian Institute of Sport in Canberra.

The Right Connection: Where X’s & O’s Meet Coach Development

Connection on the court and in coach development is the hidden force that transforms good structure into great execution and good coaches into great ones.

National Coach Mentoring program continues in 2026

Mentors and emerging coaches selected for Community Coach Mentoring Program

Bonnie Deas shares her journey on Building Better Basketball

The rising Australian guard opens up on her pathway from the Centre of Excellence to the NCAA, and the lessons shaping better basketball environments for players and coaches alike.

Basketball Australia launches new national Coach Development Framework

Bringing a clearer, more flexible and nationally consistent approach to support coaches at every stage of their journey.

A Smarter Way to Learn: Inside Basketball Australia’s New Community Coach Mentoring Model

Basketball Australia’s refreshed Community Coach Mentoring Program delivers shorter, purpose-driven 6–8 week modules that help busy coaches think better, reflect deeper, and make smarter on‑court decisions through practical, mentor‑led learning.