Expression of Interest – South Adelaide Panthers NBL1 Women's Head Coach (2026 Season)
ABOUT SOUTH ADELAIDE BASKETBALL CLUB
South Adelaide Basketball Club is a proud foundation club of the NBL1 Central competition and one of South Australia's largest and most community-focused basketball organisations. With a long and successful history of developing elite talent, South is committed to creating a high-performance environment that connects our junior athletes to senior opportunities in a supportive, inclusive, and competitive setting.
Our core values are:
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Respect
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Development
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Excellence
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Community
THE OPPORTUNITY
South Adelaide is seeking expressions of interest from experienced, passionate, and progressive coaches for the position of NBL1 Women’s Head Coach for the 2026 season.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a program that has produced national representatives and WNBL talent, and to help shape the future direction of our senior women’s program.
The successful applicant will play a key role in leading the NBL1 Women’s team while also working closely with our U18 and Youth League coaches to create a clear and cohesive development pathway between juniors and our elite senior teams.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Team Leadership & Development
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Design and deliver structured, high-performance training programs and game strategies
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Lead all team activities, including training sessions, games, video reviews, and meetings
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Develop a cohesive team culture built on accountability, resilience, and growth
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Provide mentorship and guidance to individual athletes on and off the court
Pathway & Strategic Planning
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Collaborate with U18 and Youth League coaches to align player development pathways
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Identify and nurture emerging talent from within the junior and domestic ranks
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Work with club leadership to set long-term strategic goals for the senior women's program
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Support recruitment, retention, and performance tracking of athletes within the program
Game Preparation & Performance
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Prepare detailed scouting reports and game-day strategies
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Execute in-game decision-making, including rotations, timeouts, and adjustments
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Analyse and report on team and individual performance metrics
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Represent South Adelaide professionally at all NBL1 Central league events
Club & Community Engagement
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Be a visible and active leader across the broader South Adelaide club environment
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Support and mentor junior female coaches across our district and domestic programs
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Participate in club events, workshops, and fundraising initiatives
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Maintain strong relationships with players, families, and club stakeholders
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
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Minimum Level 2 Basketball Australia coaching accreditation (or international equivalent)
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Proven coaching experience at a senior representative or semi-professional level
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Demonstrated success in team leadership, athlete development, and high-performance delivery
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Sound understanding of modern basketball systems, analytics, and development trends
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Strong communication, organisational, and leadership skills
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Current Working with Children Check
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Ability to commit to the full NBL1 season schedule (games, training, travel, and events)
DESIRABLE CRITERIA
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Prior experience coaching at NBL1 level or equivalent
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Background in youth athlete development and coach education
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Experience in talent identification, athlete welfare, and performance planning
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Well-connected within the South Australian and national basketball community
WHAT WE OFFER
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Competitive remuneration aligned with experience and impact
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Strong administrative and operational support from a professional team
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Access to elite training facilities and resources
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A genuine opportunity to influence the next generation of high-level female athletes
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The chance to be part of a values-driven club that prioritises development, community, and excellence
APPLICATION DETAILS
To express your interest, please submit:
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Cover Letter outlining your coaching philosophy, vision for the program, and why South Adelaide appeals to you
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Resume detailing coaching experience, qualifications, and achievements
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Coaching References – at least two contacts (e.g. past players, club officials, or basketball administrators)
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Copies of Qualifications – including coaching accreditation and Working with Children Check
Applications close: Sunday 17th August 2025 at 5:00pm
Submit to: June McKenzie, President
📧 Email: president@southadelaidebasketball.com.au
Subject Line: EOI – NBL1 Women’s Head Coach 2026
For confidential enquiries, please contact June via email.
