Basketball Illawarra

20/06/2026

SUNDAY AT THE SNAKEPIT!

We're excited to welcome the Illawarra Rollerhawks back on home court this weekend for a huge day of basketball action!

9:00AM – Illawarra Rollerhawks vs Perth Wheelcats
11:00AM – YL1 Women vs Bankstown
1:00PM – NBL1 Women vs Bankstown
3:00PM – NBL1 Men vs Bankstown

Four games. One venue. Plenty of action.

Bring the energy, bring the noise, and get behind all of our teams as they take the court at the Snakepit!

20/06/2026

Just not our night, taking 1 Win from 5 games.

But, the good news.

We are back tomorrow, BACK AT HOME!

9am- Rollerhawks vs Perth
11am- YL1 Women vs Bankstown
1pm- NBL1 W vs Bankstown
3pm- NBL1 M vs Bankstown

This will be a Sunday Special, ticket sales have been awesome and we can't wait to welcome the Bruins and their fans to the Snakepit.

Tickets below:
Adult: https://registration.basketballconnect.com/shop?organisationKey=8981f6a9-9511-41c1-bdd1-453f24c86ede&productId=e1da69fd-ec26-4d33-8c52-50bc36ee4886

Kids (10-17): https://registration.basketballconnect.com/shop?organisationKey=8981f6a9-9511-41c1-bdd1-453f24c86ede&productId=a98ddea1-bb50-45a7-9a89-aa49ab376d23

19/06/2026

GAME DAY IS HERE!

A huge day ahead for our senior representative program as all teams hit the road!

Youth League Women & Men travel to Manly
NBL1 Women & Men take on Manly on the road
YL2 Men make the trip out west to Dubbo

A massive weekend of basketball awaits as our teams look to bring home some important wins.

Can't make it to the games? Catch all the NBL1 action LIVE and FREE via NBL1 Australia

Good luck to all Illawarra teams representing the association this weekend!

18/06/2026

Massive congratulations to our very own Caitlyn Bloomfield who has been selected for the U16s Nationals!

Basketball NSW acknowledges and congratulates the Technical Officials selected to represent New South Wales at the upcoming Under 16 Foot Locker National Championships, to be held in Bendigo this July. … Continued

17/06/2026

ATTENTION GIRLS AND BOYS!

Our July school holiday camps are filling FAST and spots are limited!

Whether you're looking to improve your game, learn from our NBL1 stars, or showcase your talent, we have a camp for you.

NBL1 CAMP
Train with your favourite Illawarra Hawks NBL1 players and coaches in two action-packed days of basketball development.
Register: https://tinyurl.com/ycyx8ezd

IBA TALENT IDENTIFICATION CAMP
Want to take the next step in your basketball journey? Learn from NBL1 East star Matt Mims and NBL Assistant Coach Sam Gruggen in our Talent ID Camp.
Register: https://tinyurl.com/mpnj5wd4

KITTY HAWKS GIRLS ONLY CAMP
A fun and exciting girls-only basketball experience featuring skill development, exclusive access to players, a camp t-shirt, photo opportunities and a ticket to our NBL1 game!
Register: https://tinyurl.com/mpnj5wd4

Don't wait until it's too late. These camps have been incredibly popular and registrations are coming in quickly.

🏀 Develop your skills.
🏀 Meet your basketball heroes.
🏀 Make new friends.
🏀 Have fun these school holidays.

REGISTER TODAY BEFORE WE SELL OUT!

15/06/2026

🏀 KITTY HAWKS CAMP IS HERE! 🏀

Calling all girls aged 5-14 years! Join us for a morning of basketball, fun, friendship and plenty of Hawks spirit at our Girls Only Kitty Hawks Camp!

Whether you're picking up a basketball for the first time or already love the game, this is the perfect opportunity to learn new skills, build confidence and spend time with some of your favourite Illawarra Hawks Women's players.

📅 Friday July 17
⏰ 9:00am - 1:00pm
💰 $50 per participant

Your registration includes:
✅ Basketball skills session
✅ Exclusive camp t-shirt
✅ Photo opportunity with the players
✅ 1 FREE ticket to our NBL1 Women's game on July 18

This is more than just a camp, it's a chance to be part of the next generation of girls in basketball, make new friends and experience what it means to be a Kitty Hawk!

🎟️ Limited spots available – register now!

REGISTER HERE

13/06/2026

Waking up after getting a little revenge in our Men's NBL1 game last night feels pretty good! 😏

It was a day of highs, heartbreaks, and incredible effort across our senior program as we finished with 2 wins and 2 losses.

✅ WYL defeated Central Coast with a strong performance.
❌ MYL went down in a tight contest.
❌ Our NBL1 Women showed tremendous character, fighting back from a 20+ point deficit to level the scores before unfortunately falling in a thriller.
✅ Our NBL1 Men delivered when it mattered most, producing a huge overtime performance to defeat the Canberra Gunners after the scores were locked at the end of regulation.

A massive thank you to everyone who packed out the Snakepit once again. The atmosphere was electric and your support continues to make a difference. While we didn't quite reach the full house we were chasing, we have another opportunity NEXT SUNDAY when we take on the Bankstown Bruins.

Bring the family, bring your friends, and help us create another unforgettable game day atmosphere.

🎟 Adults: [https://tinyurl.com/4cauzan7](https://tinyurl.com/4cauzan7)
🎟 Kids (10-17 years): [https://tinyurl.com/29rvyb9x](https://tinyurl.com/29rvyb9x)

See you at the Snakepit!

Robshots - Photo & Video - Photo Cred

12/06/2026

IT'S GAME DAY AT THE SNAKEPIT!

After 6 long weeks on the road, NBL1 is finally back home and we need the Snakepit rocking!

Our NBL1 Women face a crucial clash as they continue their push for a finals berth, while our NBL1 Men take on the Canberra Gunners in a Grand Final rematch that is sure to deliver fireworks.

Meanwhile, our YL1 Women and Men hit the road to take on Central Coast at GYG Stadium.

SNAKEPIT SCHEDULE
Gates Open: 4:00pm
NBL1 Women vs Canberra Gunners: 5:00pm
NBL1 Men vs Canberra Gunners: 7:00pm

We've also got plenty happening off the court!

Make sure you're in your seat at half-time of the Women's game for our brand new "Shoot in the Boot" competition thanks to Joint Vision.

At half-time of the Men's game, don't miss the Drummond Golf Half-Time Shootout and our game night raffle.

This is a massive night for both teams and we need every voice in the building. Wear your red, black and white, bring the energy and help us defend home court.

Secure your tickets now:
https://tinyurl.com/yktejkzw

12/06/2026

SHOOT IN THE BOOT IS HERE!
Proudly Sponsored by Joint Vision Orthopaedic Group

Think you've got what it takes to knock down a clutch free throw in a moon boot?

At quarter time of the NBL1 Women's game, one lucky fan will have the chance to take on our brand-new Shoot in the Boot Challenge, proudly supported by Joint Vision Orthopaedic Group!

Start on the baseline
Run to halfway
Put the moon boot on
Hit the free throw
Win a $50 Voucher!

Saturday 13 June
VS Canberra
Women's Tip-Off: 5:00PM
Men's Tip-Off: 7:00PM
The Snakepit

Entries close at the end of the first quarter and the winner will be drawn at quarter time. You must be present on the night to participate.

Grab your tickets now and don't miss your chance to be part of the action both on and off the court!

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/8RZiR7xiiH

11/06/2026

SIGNED. SEALED. HAWK.

The Illawarra Hawks are excited to announce the signing of Audra Pasakarnis for the upcoming NBL1 East season, proudly sponsored by Vantage Dental.

Audra brings size, skill, and a relentless work ethic to the Hawks program. A versatile player with the ability to impact both ends of the floor, she adds valuable depth and exciting potential to an already talented roster as the team continues its push towards championship success. The Hawks Women's program continues to build a strong foundation of emerging and established talent competing in one of Australia's premier semi-professional competitions.

Audra's commitment to development, team-first mentality, and competitive drive make her a perfect fit for the red, black and white. Hawks fans can look forward to seeing her take the floor at The Snakepit and make her mark throughout the season.

A huge thank you to Vantage Dental for their support of Audra and the Illawarra Hawks program. Community partnerships like these play a vital role in helping our athletes perform at their best both on and off the court.

Welcome back to the Hawks family, Audra!