Basketball SA is pleased to announce the Head Coaches who will lead our SA Metro teams through the 2027 Performance Pathway program.
The appointments bring together an experienced group of coaches who will play an important role in the development of South Australia’s emerging athletes as they continue through the state and national pathway.
The 2027 Head Coach appointments are:
A valued member of the Basketball SA coaching pathway, Lachlann Campbell has been part of several successful state programs, contributing to the Under 20 Women’s Gold Medal team in 2026 and Under 16 Girls Bronze Medal teams in 2024 and 2026.
After gaining valuable experience across these programs, Lachlann will step into the Head Coach role for the SA Metro Under 16 Girls in 2027.
His appointment reflects his commitment to athlete development, building strong team culture and creating an environment where young athletes can grow both on and off the court.
“It is a privilege to be appointed to work with our SA Metro girls in the upcoming year,” Campbell said.
“I am really looking forward to the opportunity to work with some talented young players and contribute to their development, both as basketball players and as people.
“I’m excited to drive a strong, connected culture where the girls can develop, compete and achieve.”
Alex Wright returns to the SA Metro Under 16 Boys Head Coach position, bringing more than a decade of involvement across Basketball SA’s high-performance teams and programs.
Wright has been involved in the Performance Pathway since 2015 and previously led the SA Metro Under 16 Boys to a Bronze Medal in 2019.
He was also an Assistant Coach with the South Australian Under 20 Men’s team that claimed Gold in 2017, providing him with extensive experience across Basketball SA’s state pathway.
Wright said he was grateful for the opportunity to return to the role.
“I have a great sense of gratitude to be given the opportunity to return to the Under 16 Head Coaching position,” Wright said.
“I can’t wait to get started with such a promising playing group.”
Dean Kinsman brings an extensive level of leadership, knowledge and experience to the Basketball SA Under 18 Girls program in 2027.
With a strong coaching background across multiple Australian national programs, including experience as a Head Coach at the Australian Institute of Sport, as well as NBL1 and WNBL Head Coaching positions, Dean brings a wealth of high-performance expertise and a deep understanding of what it takes to help athletes reach their next level.
Dean’s coaching approach is centred on building genuine relationships with athletes, understanding each player as an individual and creating an environment that challenges and supports them to grow.
His experience at the highest levels of the game will provide athletes with valuable insight and guidance as they continue their pathway towards senior and national opportunities.
“I’m incredibly excited to work with this age group, build strong relationships and help support each athlete as they continue to develop and progress along their basketball pathway,” Kinsman said.
Jimmy Alexander will lead the SA Metro Under 18 Boys program in 2027, bringing 10 years of experience within the SA Metro High Performance pathway.
Alexander has an extensive coaching background across state, club and school basketball, including leading the SA Metro Under 16 Men to a Bronze Medal and an Under 16 Girls team to Gold at the National Junior Classic.
His coaching achievements also include leading an Under 18 Men’s team to a Basketball SA State Championship and an Open Girls team to Bronze at the Australian School Championships.
Alexander said he was looking forward to working alongside the athletes and coaching staff throughout the program.
“I’m grateful to work with a group of exciting SA Metro athletes alongside an amazing staff and look forward to having a positive impact on each player’s journey,” Alexander said.
Basketball SA congratulates Lachlann, Alex, Dean and Jimmy on their appointments and looks forward to seeing them lead the next generation of South Australian athletes throughout the 2027 Performance Pathway program.
Over the coming weeks, Basketball SA also looks forward to recognising and announcing the support staff who will work alongside our Head Coaches throughout the 2027 program.
Registrations are still open for the 2027 Performance Pathway Trials, with athletes encouraged to register and take the opportunity to be part of South Australia’s performance pathway in 2027. Registrations for trials close on the 1st of October at 9:30am.