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Junior Representative
Northern Junior League (NJL) & North Eastern Junior League (NEJL) Hub
Welcome to the BBI NJL / NEJL Hub — your go-to place for everything related to Ballina Basketball’s Junior Representative Program. Parents, players, managers and coaches can find key dates, trials information, resources and program expectations here.
Quick overview: Basketball NSW runs the Waratah Junior Leagues. Ballina Basketball participates in NJL and NEJL. NJL is a strong representative pathway for developing players, and NEJL is an invitation-based Division 1 pathway where applicable.
Competition format
- Runs March–July (typically 4 rounds + finals)
- Weekend carnival style (Sat/Sun) with multiple games
- Training commitment: 1–2 sessions per week (times confirmed after teams are selected)
Age groups & Breakers teams for 2026
- U12 (Born 2015, 2016, 2017) — Breaker Boys & Breaker Girls
- U14 (Born 2013, 2014) — Boys Navy, Boys Teal, Girls Navy, Girls Teal
- U16 (Born 2011, 2012) — Boys Navy, Boys Teal, Girls Navy
- U18 (Born 2009, 2010) — Boys Navy, Boys Teal & Girls Navy, Girls Teal
Questions?
Email our Rep Coordinators any time and we’ll point you in the right direction.
2026 NJL & NEJL Season Dates
Here are the key playing dates for the 2026 Basketball NSW Junior Leagues that Ballina teams compete in:
- Northern Junior League (NJL): 14–15 Mar (Rnd 1); 2–3 May (Rnd 2); 23–24 May (Rnd 3); 20–21 Jun (Rnd 4); 25–26 Jul (Finals)
- North Eastern Junior League (NEJL): 7–8 Feb (Pre-season); 7–8 Mar (Rnd 1); 28–29 Mar (Rnd 2); 9–10 May (Rnd 3); 13–14 Jun (Rnd 4); 25–26 Jul (Finals)
Costs
Representative basketball includes a program fee and additional travel costs. As a guide:
Expected player fee
$650–$900 (covers registration, venue hire, referees, training and carnival participation)
Additional costs
Travel and accommodation for away rounds are not included.
We support families where we can. A No Pay – No Play policy applies, with financial hardship considerations available upon request.
Handbook & resources
The Junior Representative Handbook outlines expectations, commitments, code of conduct and how the program runs.
Helpful links
- Injury Report Form (Basketball NSW): Click here
- Individual sponsorship letter (optional fundraising support): View document
- Scoretable pamphlet / referee signals / clearance forms — links will be added here as updated versions are released.
What’s expected of rep families?
Players
- Respect coaches, teammates, referees and opponents
- Commit to training and games with a positive attitude
- Represent Ballina Basketball on and off the court
Parents / guardians
- Support positively (and avoid sideline coaching)
- Help when required — including bench/scoring duty on rep weekends
- Follow the inquiry process if concerns come up
Parent inquiry process (simple and respectful)
- Wait 24 hours after an issue arises (cooling-off period).
- Talk to the coach privately (respectful, constructive, away from players/spectators).
- If still unresolved, email the Rep Coordinator: rep@ballinabasketball.com.au
Trials
Trials for all teams will be held at the Ballina Indoor Sports Centre (BISC). All players intending to trial must pre-register.
Trial date
Tuesday 28 October 2025 @ the BISC
Important: Registrations close 5:00pm Monday 27 October — you must be registered to trial.
Trial times
Times above are the trial session times. Training schedules are confirmed once teams are selected.
Need help? If you’re unsure whether NJL/NEJL is the right pathway, or you have questions about trials, fees, eligibility, or volunteering, please email rep@ballinabasketball.com.au.
