Event Details
Game Plan – Basketball Victoria Summit 2025
Saturday, 29 November 2025 8.15am – 5pm AEDT
State Basketball Centre, 291 George Street, Wantirna South, VIC, 3152
When & Where
Date: Saturday 29th November 2025
Location: State Basketball Centre (SBC), Wantirna South, VIC
About the Conference
Game Plan 2025 is a one-day event packed with engaging sessions, valuable education, and collaborative opportunities. We'll be delving into the inner workings of basketball and community sport systems and uncovering the key ingredients for success in our sport.
Whether attendees are looking to expand their knowledge, increase their professional capacity, connect with others who have a love for the game, or discover innovative approaches, Game Plan is set to be a great event for anyone invested in basketball or community sport.
Conference Streams & Topics:
We've tailored the content to directly benefit associations, clubs and the community sport industry, with field experts presenting the following:
Developing A Culture Of Innovation
Demonstrating one approach to innovation our keynote will detail how to bring the resultant ideas to life and enable everyone to innovate no matter what their role. Putting intent into action and bringing fresh ideas and innovative approaches to sports administration issues and problems, everyday is 'Day 1'.
Evolving Our Relationships With Fear, Failure & Success
Everyone's experiences in life are different but there are some common characteristics for high performing individuals. In this session our keynote will explore how to create high performing relationships with fear, failure, success. Not always a straight line to achieve excellence, they will share some practical concepts and models that any leader can apply.
Leveraging Council Connections
Discover the power of building strong relationships with local councils. Hear from associations who have successfully partnered with council to develop facilities, grow programs, and deliver greater benefits to their communities.
Activate Your Strategy
A clear strategy is vital for every association, no matter its size. This session explores why strategic planning matters, how to turn priorities into action, and the benefits of keeping your association focused on long-term goals.
Facilities Case Study
Learn what it takes to plan a successful facility project, meet council and stakeholder expectations, and position your association to gain support and create lasting community benefits.
Alternative Revenue
Sustainable growth requires more than relying on traditional funding. This session will explore the “why” behind diversifying income in community sport, the broader trends and challenges impacting grassroots funding, and case studies from both sport and non-sport sectors that showcase creative revenue models. You’ll also gain insights into how clubs and associations can assess their readiness and capacity to successfully pursue new revenue pathways.
Know Your Community - The Power Of Local Data
Knowing your members is key to growth and influence. This session highlights the value of understanding your membership database, where participants live, which LGAs they represent, and where gaps exist. Basketball Victoria will showcase available data and how associations can use these insights to strengthen engagement, demonstrate community impact, and build stronger connections with external stakeholders.
Advancing Women & Girls
Hear about the importance of gender equity in sport and celebrate the programs and pathways available for women and girls. Hear from experts in advancing gender equity through sport and learn how Basketball Victoria’s initiatives are creating more opportunities, participation, and leadership for women and girls across the game.
Volunteer & Staff Engagement
Engaged staff and volunteers create stronger, more connected communities. This session will explore how effective recruitment, retention, and recognition not only support the people giving their time but also enhance the experience for all participants the wider community of our sport.
Autism Awareness
A session tailored for clubs and coaches. This education session includes an introduction to Autism and other hidden disabilities, as well as practical tools and resources for running an autism-friendly Basketball program. This training is designed and delivered by Autistic presenters who share their personal insights and professional expertise.
Australian Basketball In The Digital Age
How digital platforms are driving the growth of leagues, competitions, and programs and what you can do to connect with players and the wider community.
AI in Community Sport
AI isn’t magic - it’s management. In this session, we will unpack how AI is reshaping sport’s governance, operations, and participation roles faster than anyone expects. You’ll see how common admin tasks - like reports, grant applications, or meetings - can be reduced from weeks to minutes, and why the real shift is less about technology and more about leadership mindset. Attendees will leave with practical ways to begin using AI to run their basketball association simpler, smarter, and with greater impact.
Child Safety
Understand why child safety must come first, discover the benefits of getting it right, and gain practical tools to help you communicate the importance of safe sport to your community
Secure The Game: Data Protection In Community Sport
This session covers the importance of data security, what constitutes a breach, steps to take if a breach occurs, and practical strategies to safeguard your programs.
State Basketball Centre Tour
Experience a behind-the-scenes look at Victoria’s premier basketball facility. Featuring 18 courts, including a show court with 3,100 retractable seats, the centre is also home to a high-performance gym, hot and cold recovery pools, and a dedicated media room for elite teams. This guided tour will showcase how the venue supports grassroots participation through to high-performance basketball.
Wheelchair Basketball Activation
This interactive session introduces attendees to the exciting world of wheelchair basketball. Learn about the programs available to associations, understand how the game differs from able-bodied basketball, and take part in a short on-court experience to see the sport in action.
Who Should Attend?
- - Basketball Victoria member association staff
- - Committee & board members
- - Domestic club representatives
- - External sport industry professionals
Purchase Tickets Here
Need Assistance?
If your club or association requires support to register for Game Plan or cannot complete the transaction online and will require alternative payment methods, please contact us at marcomms@basketballvictoria.com.au and our team will be happy to assist.
2025 Basketball Victoria Awards Night
The 2025 Basketball Victoria Awards will also be held at the State Basketball Centre on the 29th November 2025 following the conference. Book your conference and awards ticket now to secure your spot at both events or stay tuned for more details on the awards night to come!
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