Australian U17 Women’s team physiotherapist Bridie Duggan presented on physical management of young athletes as a keynote presenter at the 2025 @BasketballAus National Coaches Conference, June 2-3.

Full video and slides of this presentation will be available via BA Coaches website in upcoming weeks

Welcome back to Building Better Basketball, the podcast where we explore the people, ideas, and innovations shaping the game at every level. I’m your host, Neil Gray, and today, I’m thrilled to be joined by someone who has spent years championing the development of coaches, athletes, and communities—Jason Sacks.

Jason is the President of the Positive Coaching Alliance and a nationally respected voice in youth sports development. With a background that spans grassroots coaching, nonprofit leadership, and national advocacy, Jason brings a unique blend of practical experience and big-picture thinking to everything he does.

In this episode, we’ll dive into how to build positive, player-first environments, what great coaching really looks like beyond the Xs and Os, and why character development belongs at the heart of sport. Whether you're a coach, parent, or administrator, you’re going to walk away with tools and insights to help you build better basketball in your own backyard.

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Welcome back to Building Better Basketball, the podcast where we dive into the people, ideas, and stories shaping hoops across the country.

Today’s guest is someone who’s done it all—on the court and beyond. We're thrilled to be joined by Renae Garlepp, a name that fans of Australian basketball will instantly recognize.

Renae’s playing career speaks for itself: two time WNBL Champion, Australian representative, and one of the league’s most reliable scorers during her prime. But it’s what she’s done after her playing days that really sets her apart. As a coach, Renae has continued to make an impact—developing talent, building inclusive pathways, and inspiring the next generation of players and coaches.

In this episode, we’ll explore Renae’s transition from elite athlete to Coach, the lessons she's learned along the way, and what she believes makes a truly great coach—at every level of the game.

So whether you're coaching under-10s or just love hearing from passionate basketball minds, this one’s for you.

If you only remember one thing from this weeks episode - Feel the fear and do it anyway.

https://www.australia.basketball/news/4252689/selection-camp-for-gems-ahead-of-u19-fiba-womens-world-cup

Today, we’re incredibly excited to be joined by one of the most respected coaches in Australian basketball — Shannon Seebohm.

Shannon is the current head coach of the Townsville Fire in the WNBL, where he’s led the team to multiple finals campaigns, including a WNBL Championship. Known for his high-performance mindset, attention to detail, and ability to build strong, connected teams, Shannon has also played a pivotal role in the development of young athletes, with a strong track record at the junior national level, including coaching Australia’s U17 and U19 women’s teams on the world stage and his role as Assistant Coach with our Olympic Medal winning Opals.

Whether it's creating a winning team culture or mentoring the next generation of talent, Shannon brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to everything he does — and today, he’s here to share his journey, his coaching insights, and what he believes matters most when it comes to building better basketball in Australia.

Joining us on this episode is Kylie Cox, the founder of The Healthy Athlete Project. Kylie is a physiotherapist and female athlete health educator who has been at the forefront of raising awareness around key health considerations for young women in sport. Through her work, she’s helping athletes, coaches, and parents understand the unique challenges female athletes face and how we can better support their development both on and off the court.

In this episode, we’ll explore health related challenges, practical coaching applications and how coaches can create environments that promote both high performance and long-term health.

Joining us on this episode is Michael Inglis, a Sport and Performance Psychologist and the Co-Founder of The Mind Room, a leading wellbeing and performance psychology clinic in Melbourne. Michael has worked extensively across multiple sports, including AFL, Basketball, cricket, rugby, and football, helping athletes, teams, and coaches develop the mental skills needed to perform at their best.

We’re going to chat about the role of mental skills  in basketball, how coaches can support players in this space, and some practical strategies to help athletes manage pressure, improve focus, and build resilience.

Today, we’re joined by someone who’s making a real impact on the way coaches think, teach, and engage with their players.

Jack Rolfe is the founder of The Coaching Lab, a globally recognized resource dedicated to making learning more game-like, engaging, and player-centered. Through his innovative MatchPlay Cards and creative approach to coaching, Jack helps coaches of all sports challenge traditional thinking and create environments where athletes can develop decision-making, problem-solving, and adaptability on the court.

We’ll be talking about the role of constraints, questioning, and creativity in coaching, and how basketball coaches can apply these ideas to help their players thrive. 

Today we’ve got a great episode lined up with not one but two special guests from Basketball New South Wales.

Returning for his second appearance on the pod is Jarrod Moore, a key figure in coach development at BNSW, who’s always got a fresh take on how we can improve the way we teach the game. Joining him is Macs Monk, a fellow coach developer at BNSW, who brings his own insights from working with coaches and players across the state.

Jarrod and Macs recently went on a basketball study tour through Europe, exploring how Greece and Serbia develop players, structure their programs, and build a basketball culture that consistently produces elite talent. We’ll be diving into what they learned, the biggest takeaways for Australian coaches, and how we can apply some of those principles to our own basketball landscape.

today we’re diving into the world of sports management, leadership, and high performance with an incredible guest.

Joining us is Samantha Macpherson, the General Manager of the Perth Lynx. With a career spanning roles in basketball, cricket, hockey, and swimming, Samantha brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. She’s a proven leader, a strategic thinker, and a champion for athlete development and organizational growth.

From managing elite teams to driving participation at all levels, she’s seen it all.

Today, we’ll explore Samantha’s journey, her approach to managing a professional basketball team, and her vision for the future of the game.

Today on the Building Better Basketball podcast, we’re thrilled to be joined by someone who’s been instrumental in shaping a more inclusive and equitable future for basketball—Dominique Holland.

Dominique is the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager at Basketball Australia, where she’s leading the charge in creating a sport that welcomes everyone, no matter their background, ability, or identity. Her work focuses on ensuring that basketball reflects the rich diversity of our community while fostering a culture of respect, understanding, and belonging.

In today’s episode, we’ll dive into Dominique’s journey, the challenges and opportunities of embedding inclusivity in sports, and some of the incredible programs she’s been involved with. We’ll also discuss how coaches, players, and administrators can play a role in making basketball more accessible for all.

https://www.australia.basketball/news/4197745/hoops-for-all-basketball-australia-launches-new-workshops-and-online-education-for-inclusive-basketball