DAY ONE
Day One is in the books at the Foot Locker Under-20 National Championships, and Ballarat delivered the goods.
Victoria enjoyed a strong opening day, edging New South Wales 77–70 in the women’s competition before holding off Western Australia 99–93 in the men’s. Victoria Navy split their results, with the women defeating Western Australia, while the men went down to New South Wales.
South Australia fired with wins across both men’s and women’s divisions, while Queensland and Tasmania also got on the board, setting the tone for a competitive week ahead.
As the Under-20 action unfolded, the Ivor Burge athletes arrived in Ballarat for media day, beginning their Championship journey ahead of opening games tomorrow. The group also took part in a 3x3 hit-out, using the fast-paced format as an opportunity to gain exposure and prepare for the week ahead.
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GEN NEXT
Australia’s next generation of elite basketball talent has kicked off 2026 Foot Locker National Championships tip off at Selkirk Stadium in Ballarat, Victoria.
Across six action-packed days, the nation’s best young athletes and VIRTUS-classified representatives will battle it out for the Championship title — plus the return of New Zealand in the Ivor Burge Men’s competition.
And the excitement doesn’t stop there! The inaugural 3x3 Championships will light up Ballarat later in the week, tipping off this Friday alongside all the action.
Stay locked in all week for daily updates and scores as Australia’s future stars put on a show in Ballarat. Watch live on KommunityTV, follow Basketball Australia on Instagram and Facebook for the latest highlights and behind-the-scenes moments, and check back here each night as this article is updated with daily recaps.
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ABOUT
The 2026 Under-20 National Championships will be held from Tuesday 27 January to Sunday 1 February The Ivor Burge Championships are for athletes with an intellectual disability, in line with VIRTUS classification requirements, and will be held from Wednesday 28 January to Sunday 1 February.
The inaugural 3x3 Championships will be held from Friday 30 January to Saturday 31 January.
BALLARAT
The 2026 Under-20 and Ivor Burge National Championships is held at Selkirk Stadium, 989 Norman Street, Wendouree VIC 3355 in Ballarat, Victoria.
SCHEDULE
Monday 26 January: Media and Training Day (Under-20 teams only)
Tuesday 27 January: Pool Games (Under-20), Media Day and Training (Ivor Burge teams)
Wednesday 28 January: Pool Games
Thursday 29 January: Pool Games
Friday 30 January: 3x3 Pool Games, Quarter Finals & Classifications
Saturday 31 January: 3x3 Finals, Under-20 & Ivor Burge Semi Finals & Classifications
Sunday 1 February: Grand Final, Play-Offs & Closing Ceremony
FIXTURES - Fixtures available here.
TICKETS - Tickets available here. Please note: Tickets can only be purchased online.
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CONTACT
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