Junior League
Junior Clubs:
Banora Point Amigos, Burleigh Blades, Gold Coast Celtics, Heat Basketball Club, PBC Magpies, Pacific Pines Panthers, Somerset Spartans (Somerset College students only), TSS Suns (TSS or St Hilda students only), Varsity Vipers, Kings Basketball Club (Kings Christian College students only), Central Stars, Lindisfarne Lions (Lindisfarne College students only), and Emmanuel College (Emmanuel College Students only).
Competitions are run for both boys and girls in the following age groups:
- Under 10 – Mixed and Girls
- Under 12 – Boys and Girls
- Under 14 – Boys
- Under 16 – Boys
- Under 18 – Boys
- Under 21 (transition pathway into senior competition)
In addition, the Junior League includes:
- Junior Girls Competition (Under 14 & Under 16 age groups)
- Open Girls (OG) (Under 18, with Under 16 Division 1 eligible players only)
The purpose of the GCJBL is to provide a clear development and competition pathway for junior basketball players on the Gold Coast, supporting progression from entry-level participation through to senior competition.
Junior Registration
All junior registrations are managed through our affiliated clubs.
To register, please visit your chosen club’s website or social media pages for full season information. Registration links are usually available through the club. If you cannot find the link, please contact the club directly for assistance.
Please ensure the correct email address is entered during registration, as this will be the primary method of communication from the club.
Families are reminded that all Gold Coast Basketball affiliated clubs are volunteer-run, and we appreciate your patience and understanding when contacting club representatives.
Important registration guidelines:
Players may only register with one club per season.
Players can only trial with one club.
Once a player has been selected, registered, or placed on a team list with a club, they are not eligible to transfer to another club for that season.
Transfers will not be approved because a player later receives an offer from another club, is unhappy with their division placement, changes their preference, or wishes to play with friends at another club.
This rule is in place to protect club selection processes, maintain fairness across all clubs, and preserve the integrity of the competition.
Competition
Days & Venues
Our primary venues for competition games are:
- Gold Coast Sports & Leisure Centre – Hall 2
- Tallebudgera Recreational Centre
- Kings Christian College
- Somerset College
- Emmanuel College
Please note that Gold Coast Basketball does not own any of these venues. All schedules and locations are subject to change based on venue availability. We ask that teams regularly check fixtures for any updates.
Competition Schedule
Wednesday Night – 6:00pm to 10:30pm
- Under 18 Boys
- Open Girls (OG)
Thursday Night – 6:00pm to 10:30pm
- Under 21 (Transition into Seniors)
Friday Night – 4:30pm to 10:30pm
- Under 14 Boys
- Under 16 Boys
- Junior Girls (Under 14 & Under 16)
Saturday Morning – 9:00am to 2:30pm
- Under 10 Mixed & Girls
- Under 12 Boys & Girls
Please ensure you review fixtures weekly, as times and venues may vary throughout the season.
Player Transfers
Effective from Summer 2025, players are no longer required to complete a separate Player Transfer JotForm.
All transfer requests must now be submitted directly within the player’s registration form. Players must clearly indicate that they are requesting a transfer and specify the club they are transferring from.
Please note:
- Once a player has been placed on a team list for the current season, they are not eligible to transfer to another club during that season.
- Players may only transfer clubs at the commencement of a new season.
- Transfer requests will only be approved if the player is financially clear with both their previous club and Gold Coast Basketball.
This process has been implemented to ensure fairness across all clubs, maintain the integrity of team selections, and streamline the administration of player registrations and transfers.
Competition Information
Winter Season
The Winter Season runs alongside School Terms 2 and 3 (public school calendar). The competition will consist of two weekends of grading, followed by 14 regular season rounds.
At the conclusion of the regular season:
- The top four teams in each division will progress to the semi-finals.
- Only the semi-final winners will advance to the grand final.
Please ensure you review the competition dates prior to registering.
Finals Eligibility
To be eligible to participate in finals, players must play in at least 50% of regular season games.
Please note: Grading games do not count toward finals eligibility.
Grading Schedule
Sunday 19 April – Gold Coast Sports & Leisure Centre (GCSLC)
- Under 10 Boys
- Under 12 Boys
- Under 18 Boys
All teams in these age groups will play two grading games on this day.
Friday 24 April & Friday 1 May – GCSLC or Tallebudgera Recreational Centre
- Under 14 Boys
- Under 16 Boys
- Junior Girls
- Open Girls
Teams in these divisions will play one grading game on each Friday night.
Saturday 2 May – Challenge & Crossover Games
This day will be used to assist in finalising divisions.
- Top teams from the division below will play bottom teams from the division above, for example:
- 14BD2 #1 vs 14BD1 #8
- 14BD2 #2 vs 14BD1 #7
- Clubs may also request challenge games if they wish to be considered for placement in a higher or lower division.
Final division placements will be determined by the Competition Manager following the completion of grading and challenge games.
2025/26 Summer Season
Gold Coast Basketball – 2025/26 Summer Season
Big things are happening in our Junior Competitions! Gold Coast Basketball is excited to launch a refreshed competition structure designed to deliver more games, better balance, and greater development opportunities for all players.
What’s New?
- Two equal-length seasons per year – Summer & Winter
- Grading Carnival + Challenge Rounds for more accurate team placements
- Age group rollovers now begin each Summer season
Key Dates - Summer 25/26 Season
- Grading Carnival: 10th – 12th October 2025
- Regular Season Rounds: Mid-October to March 2026
- Semi-Finals: Week of 18th March 2026
- Grand-Finals: Weeks of 25th March 2026
Teams can expect to play up to 16 games per season, offering more value and more opportunities to improve.
Age Groups
All new players must register with their local catchment club based on home address or school.
Why These Changes?
We’re committed to:
- Creating fairer and more competitive match ups
- Supporting ongoing player development
- Making sure every team has a great experience on court
Our goal is to build a junior competition that’s fun, challenging, and rewarding for players of all levels.
Let's make 25/26 Season the best season yet for junior basketball on the Gold Coast!
ABOUT US
Gold Coast Basketball Association was started in 1959. Our goal is to be a progressive sporting organisation that enhances opportunities for all members of the community to participate in basketball in a family friendly environment.