BUNBURY BEARS
BEARS REPRESENTATIVE PATHWAY
The Bunbury Basketball Association (BBA) is dedicated to the promotion of the sport of basketball in the Bunbury region for participants of all ages. The Association believes that basketball is a tool to be used in community-building, promoting healthy living, and the empowerment of our youth in a climate of mutual respect and healthy competition.
Becoming a team member of Bunbury Bears Representative Basketball will require extra commitment, and also offers many rewards.
The victories and losses we experience, the friendships we develop, and the lessons we learn stay with us forever. Having the chance to be part of a team and enjoying all the physical, mental, emotional and social benefits that comes with it is a gift that every child deserves to experience.
With thanks to our Representative Sponsor
BBA REPRESENTATIVE TRIALS
Bunbury Bears Junior Representative Pathway Trials are open to all athletes registered & financial as a player in the current BBA Season. You do not have to have any prior Representative experience.
Trials will be held on Sunday 14th September and Sunday 21st September at the South West Sport Centre.
Please refer to below trial times and court allocations for both Sundays:
8am Under 13 Girls (2014) – Court 1 and 2
9am Under 13 Boys (2014) – Court 1 and 2
10am Under 15 Boys (2012) – Court 1 and 2
11am Under 15 Girls (2012) – Court 1 and 2
12pm Under 12 Girls (2015) – Court 1 and 2
12pm Under 16 Girls (2011) – Court 3
1pm Under 12 Boys (2015) – Court 1 and 2
1pm Under 16 Boys (2011) – Court 3
2pm Under 14 Girls (2013) – Court 1 and 2
2pm Under 18 Girls (2009 + 2010) – Court 3
3pm Under 14 Boys (2013) – Court 1 and 2
3pm Under 18 Boys (2009 + 2010) – Court 3
Subsequent trainings & commitments continuing on consecutive Sundays unless advertised differently by your coach or team manager. If you are unable to attend any of the advertised trial sessions you are still required to register your interest as a player and email an apology to bears@bunburybears.com addressed to the development committee.
Remember to bring – mouthguard, water bottle, ball & reversible singlet (if you have one)
Click on this link to register to the 2025/26 Bunbury Bears Junior Representative Pathway: Bears Representative Player Registrations
Please see below link to Parent Information Booklet for more details on the Bears development pathway
BUNBURY BEARS COACH OR MANAGER EOI
Each year we take Expressions of Interest (EOI) for Bunbury Bears coaches and managers.
Representative Coach & Manager Position Description
The EOI form is required to be submitted for all applicants. Click on the following link to register your EOI: CLICK HERE
This form is required to be submitted and returned by 31st August 2025
Any queries please email bears@bunburybears.com
BSW REGIONALS
BBA adopts an inclusive and encouraging approach to player attendance and representation at the BSW Regional Competition competing against other regional South West teams. The Regionals competition is a valuable introductory experience for all juniors wanting to experience the fun and excitement of a basketball carnival and for those considering / involved in the basketball development pathway.
2025 competition dates and locations are still to be advised by the event organiser, typically scheduled for the first weeks of October
BWA STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
During November / December each year BWA host the State Basketball Championships. The State Champs sees Representative Teams challenge themselves against the Perth Metro WABL teams like Perry Lakes, Joondalup, Perth Redbacks etc. BBA’s attendance at the State Championships is not compulsory and is at your Representative Coach’s discretion.
Nominations will open in October 2025.
The 2025 Fuel to Go and Play BWA State Championships dates are:
- 14/15/16 November 2025 – State Titles – All Championship Divisions across all age groups @ Bendat
- 22/23 November 2025 – U11 Boys & U15 Boys (Divisions 2–5) @ Bendat & Warwick
- 29/30 November 2025 – U13 Girls & U17 Boys (Divisions 2–5) @ Bendat & Warwick
- 6/7 December 2025 – U13 Boys, U17 Girls, U19 Boys & U20 Girls (Divisions 2–5) @ Bendat & Warwick
- 13/14 December 2025 – U11 Girls & U15 Girls (Divisions 2–5) @ Bendat
BWA COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS
The BWA Country Championships sees many of the States regional country cities and towns representative teams converge in Perth to compete over a 2 day weekend. The Championships are a highlight on the calendar for many of our representative players / coaches. Player attendance is advised by your Representative Coach’s after a player selection process.
COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS 2026
Venue: The 2026 Belt Up BWA Country Championships will be held at the Bendat Basketball Centre, Floreat.
Dates:
Week 1 – U13 Boys, U18 Girls, U18 Boys
Saturday 31 January & Sunday 1 February 2026
Week 2 – U12 Girls, U15 Boys, U15 Girls
Saturday 7 February & Sunday 8 February 2026
Week 3 – U12 Boys, U13 Girls, U14 Boys
Saturday 14 February & Sunday 15 February 2026
Week 4 – U14 Girls, U16 Boys, U16 Girls
Saturday 21 February & Sunday 22 February 2026
Week 5 – Seniors: Women, Men, and Masters Divisions
Saturday 28 February, Sunday 1 March & Monday 2 March 2026