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Basketball WA Announces Return of the Winter Classic for 2025

Perth, WA – Wednesday 5 February – After the resounding success of its inaugural event in 2024, Basketball WA is thrilled to announce the return of the Winter Classic in 2025. The mid-season tournament, which captivated players, clubs, and families alike, will be back this year, offering an exciting competitive opportunity for WABL teams and Country Associations.

“We received overwhelmingly positive feedback from participants last year, and we’re excited to bring the Winter Classic back bigger and better in 2025,” said Hugh McAuliffe, Head of Junior Competitions at Basketball WA. “We are committed to delivering a memorable event that continues to support the development of our junior basketball community.”

Event Details:
The 2025 Winter Classic will be held over the weekend of Saturday, 19 July and Sunday, 20 July, across three of the state’s premier basketball venues:

• Bendat Basketball Centre
• Warwick Stadium
• Willetton Stadium

Age Groups & Nominations:
Basketball WA invites WABL teams and Country Associations to nominate for the following age groups:

• Under 12s – Willetton
• Under 14s – Bendat
• Under 16s – Warwick

Key Information:

• Only existing WABL teams may enter the tournament.
• Country Associations are eligible to nominate one team per age group.
• WABL teams will be entered into divisions based on their ladder standings at the conclusion of Week 7, with consideration for Country Association entries as determined by BWA.
• BWA aims to run six (6) team divisions, with each team playing every other team once, and the top 2 teams playing off in the Grand Final.

What’s Next:
Further information, including official tournament rules and registration details, will be circulated with Associations in the coming months.

We look forward to welcoming teams from across WA to the 2025 Winter Classic for another exciting and competitive weekend of basketball!

Contact:
Hugh McAuliffe
Head of Junior Competitions
Basketball WA
hugh@basketballwa.asn.au

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