- Australian Under 14 Club Basketball Championships to be played in Perth from 2027 to 2029
- National junior basketball event to continue attracting players and families from across Australia
- Supports the Cook Labor Government's economic diversification strategy by driving visitor expenditure and backing local jobs and businesses
The Australian Under 14 Club Basketball Championships will stay in Perth, with Western Australia scoring hosting rights for a further three years from 2027 to 2029.
The announcement comes as 48 leading boys' and girls' teams from across Australia wrap up the 2026 championships at Willetton Stadium today, after six days of competition.
Players, coaches, officials, and supporters travelled from across the country for this year's tournament, delivering valuable visitor spend for local businesses and driving vibrancy across Perth during the school holiday period.
The championships are supported by the Cook Labor Government and form part of the State's economic diversification strategy to attract mass participation sporting events that create economic benefits, support local jobs and businesses, and showcase Western Australia to interstate visitors.
Securing the Australian Under 14 Club Basketball Championships through to 2029 further strengthens Western Australia's reputation as a world-class destination for major sporting events.
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As stated by Sport and Recreation Minister Rita Saffioti:
"Securing the Australian Under 14 Club Basketball Championships through to 2029 is a great outcome for Western Australia.
"This event brings hundreds of young athletes, coaches, officials, and families to Perth each year, creating a fantastic atmosphere while delivering valuable benefits for local businesses.
"Basketball continues to grow in popularity across WA, and this event is an incredible opportunity for young players to grow their skills."
