Nunawading Spectres Tournament
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Enter the Nunawading Spectres Tournament, Australia's largest single-association basketball event, welcoming 815 teams and over 9,300 players across junior divisions.
- Tournament Schedule: Runs over the June long weekend, starting Saturday at 8:00am and ending nightly at 9:50pm; semi-finals Sunday night or Monday morning, grand finals Monday with two 20-minute halves.
- Play Opportunities: Graded divisions for all skill levels, minor round games leading to semis and finals; players must play at least two minor games to qualify; ties resolved by extra time or golden point.
- Participation Details: Open to teams nationwide and international; 43% female participants; register your team for competitive junior basketball action at multiple venues.
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| Activities : | Basketball |
| Gender : | Any |
| Days : | Undisclosed - Contact Organiser |
| Age Group : | 5 to 11, 12 to 17 |
| Level : | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
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