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
To be eligible to represent the Bunbury Bears, players must be registered to a Bunbury Basketball Association junior or senior domestic competition team for the 2026/27 season. You do not have to have any prior Representative experience.
Trials will be held on Sunday 30th August and Sunday 13th September at the South West Sport Centre.
- 9:00am Under 14 Girls (born 2014) – Court 1
- 9:00am Under 14 Boys (born 2014) – Court 2
- 10:00am Under 16 Boys (born 2011 & 2012) – Court 1
- 10:00am Under 12 Boys (born 2016 & 2017) – Court 2
- 11:00am Under 16 & 18 Girls (born 2010, 2011 & 2012) – Court 1
- 11:00am Under 12 Girls (born 2016 & 2017) – Court 2
- 12:00pm Under 18 Boys (born 2010 & 2011) – Court 1
- 12:00pm Under 15 Girls (born 2013) – Court 2
- 1:00pm Under 15 Boys (born 2013) – Court 2
- 2:00pm Under 13 Girls (born 2015) – Court 2
- 3:00pm Under 13 Boys (born 2015) – Court 2
Training Commitments
Following the trials, training sessions and team commitments will continue on consecutive Sundays unless otherwise advised by your coach or team manager.
What to Bring
Please bring:
- Mouthguard
- Full water bottle
- Basketball
- Reversible singlet (if you have one)
- Strapping or brace (if applicable)
- A positive attitude and a smile!
Registration Fee
A $40 non-refundable player registration fee is required to register for the Bunbury Bears Representative Pathway. This fee helps cover court hire and other costs associated with the trials and program setup.
Please note: Registering for trials does not guarantee selection in a representative team.
Please note the additional following estimated registration costs per player throughout the representative pathway:
- Regionals: $60
- State Championships: $70
- Country Championships: $180
Trial Attendance
Players are strongly encouraged to attend both trial sessions. If you are unable to attend one or more advertised trials, you are still required to register your interest and submit an apology via email to the Development Committee at bears@bunburybears.com.
For further information about the Bunbury Bears development pathway, please refer to our Parent Information Booklet .
Register Now
Register for the 2026/27 Bunbury Bears Junior Representative Pathway using the button below
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 28th August 2026
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.
Dates & Venues
Weekend 1
Saturday October 17 – U16 Girls (Collie)
Sunday October 18 – U18 Boys (Eaton)
Weekend 2
Saturday October 24 – U15 Boys & U15 Girls (Harvey)
Sunday October 25 – U16 Boys (Eaton)
Weekend 3
Saturday October 31 – U13 Boys (Bridgetown)
Sunday November 1 – U12 Boys & U12 Girls (Margaret River)
Weekend 4
Saturday November 7 – U13 Girls & U18 Girls (Manjimup)
Sunday November 8 – U14 Boys & U14 Girls (Busselton)
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 2026.
The 2026 Fuel to Go and Play BWA State Championships dates are:
21/22 November 2026 – U13 Girls & U15 Boys (Divisions 2–5) @ Bendat & Warwick
28/29 November 2026 – U13 Boys & U17 Boys (Divisions 2–5) @ Bendat & Warwick
5/6 December 2026 – U11 Boys, U17 Girls & U19 Boys (Divisions 2–5) @ Bendat & Warwick
12/13 December 2026 – U11 Girls, U15 Girls & U20 Girls (Divisions 2–5) @ Bendat & Warwick
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 2027
Venue: The 2027 Belt Up BWA Country Championships will be held at the Bendat Basketball Centre, Floreat.
Dates:
Week 1 – U12 Boys, U14 Girls and U18 Boys
Saturday 30 January & Sunday 31 January 2027
Week 2 – U12 Girls, U14 Boys and U18 Girls
Saturday 6 February & Sunday 7 February 2027
Week 3 – U13 Girls, U15 Boys and U16 Girls
Saturday 13 February & Sunday 14 February 2027
Week 4 – U13B, U15G and U16B
Saturday 20 February 2027 & Sunday 21 February 2027