Basketball SA is pleased to announce the appointment of Ben MacCormack as its new Chief Executive Officer.
MacCormack brings more than 20 years of experience across the sporting industry, most recently serving as Chief Executive Officer of the Northern Districts Cricket Association and the Northern Brave in New Zealand for the past seven and a half years. During his tenure, he led a significant transformation of the association’s governance, strategy and operations. Prior to this role, MacCormack held senior positions with Cricket ACT and Cricket NSW and was previously Chief Executive Officer of AFL Europe.
James Kitching, Chair of Basketball SA, said MacCormack emerged as the standout candidate following a comprehensive international recruitment process.
“Basketball in South Australia is experiencing significant growth and momentum, and we are confident Ben has the capability and vision to lead the organisation through its next chapter,” Kitching said.
“Ben will play a key role in delivering the next phase of our One Team, One Goal 2025–28 Strategic Plan and implementing the outcomes of the independent review of basketball in South Australia, which is due to be received in the coming months.
MacCormack said he was excited to join Basketball SA at an important time for the sport.
“I’m thrilled to be joining Basketball SA at such an exciting time for basketball in South Australia, with genuine momentum and a drive to keep improving,” MacCormack said.
“I’m energised by the opportunity to work alongside all stakeholders to further elevate the sport in South Australia. The Basketball SA Commission have a strong strategic vision for the game that excites me and I can’t wait to get started and meet the rest of the team.
“Everything I’ve learned across my career tells me that the best outcomes come when you combine experience with a deep understanding of the people you serve. I look forward to hearing from the basketball community on where we can build on the strong work already underway.”
Kitching also acknowledged outgoing Chief Executive Officer Tim Brenton for his contribution to the organisation over the past three and a half years.
“On behalf of Basketball SA, we again thank Tim for his strategic leadership and public advocacy for the sport.
“We wish Tim every success in his new role with Basketball Australia and look forward to continuing to work collaboratively with him to support the growth of basketball across the state, and country.”
MacCormack will commence in the role on Monday 25th May 2026.
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Basketball South Australia
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About Basketball SA
Basketball South Australia (Basketball SA) is the peak body responsible for the governance, growth, and strategic direction of basketball across South Australia.
We exist to lead, support, and connect our basketball community, from grassroots to elite, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and thriving environment for all participants. Our role spans across governance, competitions, officiating, coaching, high-performance pathways, education, inclusive pathways, infrastructure advocacy, and community engagement. Basketball SA works collaboratively with associations, clubs, government, schools, and industry partners to deliver programs and services that enable basketball to be accessible and impactful in every corner of our state.
We are committed to driving positive change and upholding the integrity of the sport, guided by our core values: Respect, Accountability, Inclusivity, Collaboration, and Excellence.
Basketball South Australia is proud to announce an exciting new partnership to bring South Australia’s emerging stars to your screens over the next three years as a part of a new deal with Kommunity TV.
The State Junior Championships, starting May 16, will broadcast a range of games from the State Basketball Centre, including all division one Grand Finals on May 19, and again in 2025 and 2026.
The partnership will also cover the District League competitions, with Junior, Youth and Senior Finals taking place in July and August 2024.
Adam May, GM Finance & Commercial of Basketball South Australia, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, saying, “Basketball SA is extremely excited to expand the partnership with KommunityTV, broadcasting a range of games from our competitions over the next three years, and allowing more basketball fans to see the coverage of grassroots community basketball than ever before.
“We look forward to sharing games from the State Basketball Centre – the new home of South Australian basketball – at the upcoming State Championships.
“We are also looking forward to expanding the coverage of the District League finals across the Senior, Youth and Junior competitions, after the successful partnership with the Junior competition last year.
Partnering for multiple years allows us to work with KommunityTV to focus on developing the coverage over the life of the agreement, utilising their experience in broadcasting Basketball in both South Australia as well as around the country.”
With the 2024 Basketball SA State Championships tipping off next week, you will be able to catch all the action from courts five and six at the State Basketball Centre on KommunityTV across the duration of the event, starting Thursday May 16.