Young basketballers on the Sunshine Coast now have an elite development pathway thanks to the Brisbane Bullets’ new athlete academy.
With strong demand at the club’s Brisbane academy, the Bullets have expanded their high-performance model to the Sunshine Coast, with the support of Sunshine Coast Grammar School.
Bullets Community and Development manager Oliver Reid said the expansion is regarded as a major step for the club’s long-term commitment to youth development across Queensland.
“Over the past two years, we’ve seen enormous growth in participation and a huge appetite from young athletes wanting access to high-performance basketball programs,” he said.
“The response to our Brisbane academy has been overwhelming. Expanding to the Sunshine Coast allows us to meet that demand and deliver a genuine pathway for young players who aspire to compete at the highest level.
“This region has always produced talented athletes, and we’re excited to work alongside Sunshine Coast Grammar School to help them refine their skills, build confidence and adopt the habits of elite performers.”
Sunshine Coast Grammar School principal Anna Owen said the partnership reflected a shared vision for youth excellence.
“At Grammar, we are committed to creating opportunities that inspire students to grow, succeed and reach beyond what they thought possible,” she said.
“Partnering with the Brisbane Bullets brings young basketballers on the Sunshine Coast world-class expertise and the opportunity for a clear professional pathway.”.
“The athlete academy will provide an exceptional environment for athletes to challenge themselves, strengthen their game, and build the character required for success both on and off the court.
“We are proud to support a program that genuinely invests in the next generation.”
Entry into the Sunshine Coast Athlete Academy is via the Term 1 Prospect Camp, held on Monday, January 12 at the school.
