WELCOME TO THE University Basketball League
Launched in 2021, in collaboration with basketball Australia, the UBL is an inter-University competition to determine the best University basketball team in the country. A revelation for University sport in Australia the UBL is a premier national basketball competition, designed specifically for University students. The UBL has expanded in 2025 with the University of Newcastle being accepted and participating for the first time. Promoting student engagement and well-being the UBL is a 12 week, live streamed competition, played across each Australian state.
All UBL games will be held during weekdays on campus, which is a great opportunity to bring together students from all across the University of Newcastle environment. In addition, all matches are live streamed on UniSport TV, a centralised platform, providing an opportunity to create engaging digital content and ensuring all students past and present can enjoy the opportunity to support their University.
Trial Information
Men – Tuesday 27 May, 7:00am-8:30am
Women – Thursday 29 May, 7:00am-8:30am
Location – NUsport, University of Newcastle Callaghan
Eligibility
To be eligible for selection in 2025 UBL programs, students must be enrolled at the University of Newcastle in any Undergraduate, Postgrad or Foundation studies program.
Register your interest
If you are interested in the 2025 University of Newcastle UBL program, please fill out the expression of interest form below and get ready to trial soon.
Represent the University of Newcastle on a national stage! The University of Newcastle will participate in the University Basketball League for the first time in 2025, and this is your chance to be part of the inaugural season. Let us know which team you're interested in participating in, and become part of the newest national program the University of Newcastle has to offer.
WOMEN'S COMPETITION SCHEDULE
| DATE | VENUE | TEAM | TIME |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 5 August | State Basketball Centre, Adelaide, SA | Adelaide University | 11:00am |
| Wednesday 13 August | UWA Sport and Recreation Centre, Perth, WA | University of Western Australia | 12:00pm |
| Thursday 14 August | Curtin Stadium | Curtin University | 10:00am |
| Tuesday 19 August | NUsport, University of Newcastle, Callaghan NSW | University of Sydney | 12:00pm |
| Wednesday 20 August | NUsport, University of Newcastle, Callaghan NSW | Melbourne University | 12:00pm |
| Wednesday 3 September | UniSC Stadium, Sunshine Coast, QLD | University of the Sunshine Coast | 12:00pm |
| Wednesday 10 September | NUsport, University of Newcastle, Callaghan NSW | La Trobe University | 12:00pm |
| Thursday 18 September | NUsport, University of Newcastle, Callaghan NSW | University of New South Wales | 12:00pm |
| Wednesday 24 September | NUsport, University of Newcastle, Callaghan NSW | Victoria University | 12:00pm |
| FINALS: 6th October - 20th October | TBC | TBC | TBC |
MEN'S COMPETITION SCHEDULE
| DATE | VENUE | TEAM | TIME |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 5 August | State Basketball Centre, Adelaide, SA | Adelaide University | 1:00pm |
| Wednesday 13 August | UWA Sport and Recreation Centre, Perth, WA | University of Western Australia | 2:00pm |
| Thursday 14 August | Curtin Stadium | Curtin University | 12:00pm |
| Tuesday 19 August | NUsport, University of Newcastle, Callaghan NSW | University of Sydney | 2:00pm |
| Wednesday 20 August | NUsport, University of Newcastle, Callaghan NSW | Melbourne University | 2:00pm |
| Wednesday 3 September | UniSC Stadium, Sunshine Coast, QLD | University of the Sunshine Coast | 2:00pm |
| Wednesday 10 September | NUsport, University of Newcastle, Callaghan NSW | La Trobe University | 2:00pm |
| Thursday 18 September | NUsport, University of Newcastle, Callaghan NSW | University of New South Wales | 2:00pm |
| Wednesday 24 September | NUsport, University of Newcastle, Callaghan NSW | Victoria University | 2:00pm |
| FINALS: 6th October - 20th October | TBC | TBC | TBC |