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2026 NBL1 National Finals tournament

Overview

The 2026 NBL1 National Finals field has been finalized, with the tournament scheduled to take place at the State Basketball Centre in Adelaide from August 21 to August 23. The competition features 12 teams, split equally between six men’s and six women’s categories.

In the men’s division, the Canberra Gunners enter as the reigning national champions, joined by the Norths Bears, Forestville Eagles, Rockingham Flames, Gold Coast Rollers, and Frankston Blues. The women’s field includes the reigning champions, the Knox Raiders, alongside the Bankstown Bruins, Sturt Sabres, Mackay Meteorettes, Warwick Senators, and Waverley Falcons.

Knox is noted as a dominant force following a 21-4 season and consecutive South conference championships, while Waverley qualifies for the third consecutive year as the South Grand Final runner-up. The Gunners are also highlighted for their attempt to defend their previous national title.

Entities

NBL1 · Adelaide Showground State Basketball Centre · Waverley · New Balance University Basketball League · Knox

Timeline

7 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
NBL1 National Finals head to Adelaide for 2026 season
The 2026 NBL1 National Finals head to Adelaide, featuring powerhouse Knox and defending champions looking to secure national glory.
10 days ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Australian basketball: NBL1 National Finals field set and UBL season begins
The 2026 NBL1 National Finals field is set for Adelaide, featuring 12 teams, while the University Basketball League (UBL) has launched its sixth season with Round One action across Australia.

Sources

athleticsjournal.com · liverpoolEcho.co.uk · pickandroll.com.au · unisport.com.au