Ballina Basketball Association
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Senior Competitions
Senior Basketball at the BISC
Our Senior competitions are for players who want a welcoming, well-run competition with great basketball, friendly rivalry and a strong community vibe. Whether you're returning to the game or playing year-round, there’s a division to suit your level.
When & where
Games are played at the Ballina Indoor Sports Centre (BISC). Senior competitions are typically run on Monday nights.
Divisions
- Senior Men (Div 1 & Div 2)
- Senior Women
Don’t have a team?
Email us your experience and preferred position(s) and we’ll do our best to help you find a team.
Div 1 vs Div 2 — which one suits?
Not sure where you fit?
That’s completely normal. Email senior@ballinabasketball.com.au with your playing history (and your team list if you have one) and we’ll guide you to the best division.
Team nominations
- Team managers register the team and provide player names and email addresses (matching Basketball Connect accounts).
- Teams must meet the competition’s minimum player requirement by the nomination deadline.
- Duty referees are required for all senior teams.
Ready to nominate your team?
Need help choosing a division? Email senior@ballinabasketball.com.au.
Key rules & expectations
Rules & officiating
- Games are played under FIBA rules and relevant BNSW policies, unless otherwise stated.
- All senior teams nominate two referees (Community Referee Course required).
- Scoring is conducted via Courtside.
Duty requirements
- Duty teams must be ready to supply scorers and referees.
- Teams are required to supply one nominated referee and two bench persons when rostered.
Uniforms
- By week 4, teams are expected to be in correct uniform.
- Singlets must have numbers on front and back; shorts must have no pockets (tights allowed for women if no pockets).
- Singlet design must be approved and team colours submitted to avoid clashes.
Forfeits & timing
- A team must field at least 4 players within 5 minutes of the start time to avoid forfeit.
- Forfeit notice should be emailed to senior@ballinabasketball.com.au at least 24 hours before the game.
- Players cannot sign in if they arrive after the start of the second quarter.
Behaviour & safety
We’re committed to a safe, respectful environment for everyone at the BISC. By registering, players and spectators agree to follow Ballina Basketball directions and relevant Basketball NSW policies, including codes of conduct and safety policies.
Senior FAQs
Do I need a full team to play?
Most Senior registrations are done as a team nomination. If you don’t have a team, email senior@ballinabasketball.com.au and we’ll do our best to connect you with a team that needs players.
Where can I read the full Senior By-Laws?
View the full Senior Competition By-Laws here: Senior By-Laws (PDF)
