Basketball South Australia’s State Championships take place each May, bringing together the top Division 1 and Division 2 teams from District Clubs across the state.
Across four action-packed days, teams compete in a high-energy tournament environment, showcasing skill, teamwork and club pride as they battle for State Championship honours. The event is a highlight of the basketball calendar, uniting the South Australian basketball community for a weekend of competition, connection and celebration of the game.
Find the 2026 Basketball SA Junior State Championship Finals fixtures here: https://bit.ly/State-Champs-Fixtures-2026
– To see the major rounds, change the division in Basketball Connect to relevant age-group/grade with “Cross Grade” at the end.
– Major Round – 1, are the Semi-Finals/Crossover games & Major Round – 2, are the Grand Finals and 3rd/4th Placement games.
Find the live stream for the 2026 Basketball SA Junior State Championship SBC Court 5 and 6: https://bit.ly/State-Champs-KTVStreaming
Photographers and Videographers will be selected by the Basketball SA Brand and Communications team prior to the commencement of the Champs.
Should you wish to express your interest please email contact@basketballsa.com.au. EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST HAVE CLOSED FOR 2026.
Official Basketball SA photographers will be identified by an official bib.
The entire basketball community must still comply with the Basketball SA Photography and Videography policy here.
As per the Basketball SA Photography and Videography Policy “Participants who do not consent to the use of images should inform Basketball SA in writing stating the reasons that they do not agree. Acceptable reasons may include where a person is protected by a court order or the person has been the subject of threats or violence and publication may compromise their safety.”
The Green Whistle Campaign will still continue to be promoted throughout the 2026 State Championships. Please be respectful of all officials.
Remember, if their Whistle is Green, they are under 18!
The fixtures for the 2026 State Championships are now available, and excitement is building across the basketball community.
Players, coaches, and supporters are getting ready for a weekend full of energy, teamwork, and great basketball. With strong competition expected in every division, fans can look forward to plenty of exciting moments.
View the Fixtures here!
The Behaviour Management Framework and the Spectator Warning Card will continue to be implemented throughout the State Championships.
Basketball SA remains committed to supporting staff, officials and referees, and to ensuring that our game environment is safe, welcoming and fun for our entire community. We all play a role in setting the standard, cheering loudly and acting respectfully.
To read more about the BMF click here.
The Green Whistle Campaign introduces distinctive green whistles for our younger referees. The green whistle serves as a visible reminder to players, coaches, and spectators that these referees are in a learning phase and need additional support and respect. However, the campaign’s positive impact is intended to extend beyond just young officials.
Find out more https://basketballsa.com.au/green-whistle-campaign-2/
The State Junior Championships official merch is here!
There will only be limited quantities available to grab at the State Basketball Centre over the State Champs weekend, so to avoid missing out, pre-order now.
Paladin will be hosting a merchandise stall at the State Basketball Centre at the following dates and times (subject to stock availability):
Get your merch while stock lasts!
The Basketball SA Keep Your Cool Award is awarded to the club who over the duration of the State Championships, exemplifies the spirit of keeping it cool, even in the hottest moments of play.
Determined by six key categories:
– Least Technical Fouls
– Positive Play
– Respect towards the Opponent
– Respect towards the Officials
– Behaviour of Team Officials
– Behaviour of Team Supporters
The club who demonstrates a commitment to fair play, respect and sportsmanship throughout the tournament is awarded the ‘Keep Your Cool’ trophy. This perpetual trophy, symbolises the importance of these values in all aspects of our game.
The recipients of the 2026 Keep Your Cool Award:
Norwood Flames.
Explore the past results and see how your club has performed over the years.
Overall State Club Champion
West Adelaide Bearcats
Male State Club Champion
South Adelaide Panthers
Female State Club Champion
West Adelaide Bearcats
Overall Reserve Club Champion
Norwood Flames
Male Reserve Club Champion
South Adelaide Panthers
Female Reserve Club Champion
Norwood Flames
Keep Your Cool Award
Norwood Flames
Overall State Club Champion
Forestville Eagles
Male State Club Champion
North Adelaide Rockets
Female State Club Champion
Norwood Flames
Overall Reserve Club Champion
South Adelaide Panthers
Male Reserve Club Champion
South Adelaide Panthers
Female Reserve Club Champion
Norwood Flames
Seeley Keep Your Cool Award
Forestville Eagles
Overall State Club Champion
Norwood Flames / South Adelaide Panthers
Male State Club Champion
South Adelaide Panthers
Female State Club Champion
Eastern Mavericks / Forestville Eagles / Norwood Flames
Overall Reserve Club Champion
Forestville Eagles
Male Reserve Club Champion
Forestville Eagles / North Adelaide Rockets
Female Reserve Club Champion
Forestville Eagles
Seeley Keep Your Cool Award
Eastern Mavericks
Overall Club Champion
Norwood Flames
Male Club Champion
South Adelaide Panthers
Female Club Champion
Norwood Flames
Reserve Male Club Champion
Sturt Sabres / South Adelaide Panthers
Reserve Female Club Champion
Forestville Eagles
Overall Reserve Club Champion
Forestville Eagles
Seeley Keep Your Cool Award
Eastern Mavericks
Overall State Club Champion
Norwood Flames
Male State Club Champion
Norwood Flames
Female State Club Champion
West Adelaide Bearcats
Overall Reserve Club Champion
Sturt Sabres
Male Reserve Club Champion
Sturt Sabres
Female Reserve Club Champion
Forestville Eagles
Cancelled due to COVID-19.
No Perpetual trophies were awarded in 2020.
