Tryout Dates: 

June 28 & July 5: New Player & Rep Player

July 18 & July 19: Returning Joflow Players

August 1 & August 2: Make-up Tryouts

How to Register: Simply click the Summer 26-27 Local Competition Tryout link above.

Season Start Date: Monday, 12 October 2026

Competition Break: 21 Dec 2026 – 31 January 2027 

Semi-Finals Week: TBC 2027

Grand Finals Week: TBC 2027 

Season End Date: TBC (day&month) 2027.

*These dates are tentative and are subject to change*

📋Understanding Your Offer

To ensure every athlete is placed in an environment where tthey can succeed and grow, Joflow Basketball Academy issues two types of seasonal offers:

1. Conditional Offers

A Conditional Offer is designed for selected players who show great potential but require additional development to meet the competitive demands of their team placement. 

The Requirement: Accceptance of this offer is conditional upon the player enrolling in the Academy's High Performance (HP) Program for at leasr one extra training session per week.

The Purpose: This mandatory extra touchpoint is designed to fast-track skill development, close athletic gaps, and maximize the player's long-term court growth.

How to Register: Simply click the High Performance Registration link above.

2. Non-Conditional Offers 

A Non-Conditional Offer is extended to players who have already demonstrated full commitment to the academy and are actively part of our established senior and development programs.

The Requirement: This offer does not require any additional mandatory training registration, as your current program commitments already meet our academy standards.

The Purpose: This allows the player to continue their advanced pathway seamlessly, focusing directly on their team dynamics and scheduled local competition games.

JBA enters teams into the following Local Competitions:

Hills Basketball Association (HBA): Compete with the Hills Hornets at Hills Basketball Stadium, Bernie Mullane Sports Complex, or Bella Vista Public School.

City of Blacktown Basketball Association: Playing in the Blacktown area (Kevin Betts Stadium, Stanhope Leisure Centre, Charlie Lowles Leisure Centre).

Hawkesbury Basketball Association: Competition games at Hawkesbury Indoor Stadium.

The total cost to participate in the Joflow Basketball Academy Summer 26 - 27 Local Competition Program is priced at:

Hills & Hawkesburry Local Competition - $1,075 (Payment Plan) or $975 (Upfront Payment)

Blacktown / Stanhope Local Competition - $845 (Payment Plan) or $745 (Upfront Payment)

Here is a breakdown of what is covered by your Registration Fee, and what is excluded:

Inclusions:

✅ Team Nomination (guaranteed spot)

✅ Competition & Team Fees (for Hills & Hawkesburry Teams)

✅ Professional Coaching Fees

✅ Dedicated Team Training Sessions (covering Term 4 and Term 1 the following year)

✅ All necessary Administration Fees

Exclusions (Items purchased separately):

❌ Joflow Game Uniform & Shorts: To be purchased separately through our Official Merchandise Store

❌ Additional Team Fee: $400 Hills & Hawkesbury | $170 Blacktown

❌ Competition & Team Fees (for Blacktown/Stanhope Competition)

❌ Basketball NSW (BNSW) Player Registration: This mandatory Association Fee is paid directly to the competition body (e.g., Hills Hornets, Blacktown Basketball)

❌ Affiliation Fee: A separate fee applies if you are registering for more than one local association competition

❌ Additional Training: Any extra training sessions organised privately by the Team or Coaches are not covered by the base fee.

🔴 ALL REGISTRATION AND PAYMENTS MUST BE COMPLETED VIA THE 360 APP (link above) to finalise your player’s enrolment and secure their spot in the team.🔴

*Transaction fees apply*

Attendance at Weekly Team Training is essential for player and team development. Please find our Tentative Team Training Schedule below. Note that specific session assignments (Session 1 vs. Session 2) will be confirmed once team selections are finalized.

Under 9s, 10s, 11s & 12s

Wednesday: 4:30pm – 6:30pm OR 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Under 13s & 14s

Wednesday: 6:30pm – 8:30pm OR Saturday: 9:30am – 11:30am

All Girls Teams

Saturday: 11:30am – 1:30pm

Under 15s & 16s

Thursday: 6:30pm – 8:30pm OR Saturday: 1:30pm – 3:30pm 

Under 17s, 18s & 22s 

Thursday: 6:30pm – 8:30pm OR Saturday: 3:30pm – 5:30pm

Please note: These times are tentative and subject to change based on venue availability and final team numbers at our Kings Park or Rouse Hill location.

Kings Park location full address: Unit 8 / 360 Vardys rd, Kings Park 2148

Rouse Hill location full address: Unit G23 / 320b Annangrove rd, Rouse Hill 2155

At Joflow, we prioritize clear, consistent communication to ensure every athlete and family stays informed and supported. 

Our Parent Communication & Coach Feedback Protocol follows these key guidelines:

• Team Communication (WhatsApp): All primary team-specific updates, game times, and logistical announcements will be managed through dedicated WhatsApp group chats. 
• Coach Accessibility: Our Coaches are committed to open communication. For brief updates or logistical questions, WhatsApp is the preferred channel. For more detailed discussions regarding a player's progress, we encourage scheduling a brief chat before or after training sessions.
• Coach & Academy Contact Protocol: To maintain professional standards and ensure accurate information, please do not contact or message junior coaches separately. All inquiries, feedback, or concerns regarding your child’s development or team placement should be addressed directly to a Senior Coach or the Academy Management.
• Professional Conduct: To maintain a positive environment, we ask that parents observe the "24-hour rule" after games before discussing competitive concerns with coaches, ensuring conversations remain constructive and focused on development.

We are always looking for passionate individuals to join the Joflow Team and contribute to our community. 

We have various volunteer and paid roles available to support our local competition teams:

Team Manager: Support your team off the court by handling communication, schedules, game-day coordination, and managing team logistics. A great role for organised, community-minded individuals.

Head Coach: Lead a Joflow local competition team with professionalism, purpose, and a passion for player and team development.

Assistant Coach: Support the Head Coach during trainings and games. This role is ideal for aspiring coaches, parents, or former players wanting to contribute and learn within a structured team setting.

If you are interested in any of these roles, please express your interest formally via this link: http://joflowbasketball.360player.club/staff-coaches

No. Joflow Basketball Academy maintains a Strict Conflict of Interest Policy for the Summer 26 - 27 Season which requires exclusive club participation.

Players registered with Joflow for any Local Competition (Hills, Blacktown/Stanhope, Hawkesbury) are not permitted to join or participate in another external Basketball Club or Academy Team during the season. This includes training with another Club, playing as a "fill-in," or participating in competing Academy Programs.

The only exception is:

Representative Basketball: Players selected for official BNSW Representative (Rep) Programs are exempt and permitted to participate in both Joflow and their Rep commitments.

Playing Up (Within Joflow Only): Players may be offered the opportunity to "play up" in a higher age group, but this must be arranged internally through Joflow Academy Management, not through an external club.

Failure to comply with this Policy may result in suspension or removal from the Program without a refund. If you are unsure about a specific activity, please contact the Academy directly for clarification.

Play 2+ Competitions: If you want to double your game-day experience, you can now register to play for two or more Joflow Teams (e.g., competing in both the Hills and Blacktown Associations).

How to Register: Simply go to the Additional Team Registration link above.