The Next One Rises
The most competitive and exciting basketball event on the national calendar that showcases the elite talent from both Australia and New Zealand.
The CourtSide Elite is a 4-day AAU-style tournament built for serious hoopers. Featuring both boys and girls divisions across 15U and 17U age groups, this is high-level, rep-standard basketball where every game tests you. With limited spots in each division, only the best teams will step onto the floor.
If you’re looking for real competition, you just found it.
Elite Matchups Between AUS & NZ Teams
Face top rep teams from Australia and New Zealand in high-stakes games where every possession counts.
7 Guaranteed Games
All quarter finalists play semis and placings for 7 games, but last ranked in each pool play 5 games, ensuring real court time.
Feature Events
Dunk Competition and 3 Point Shootout bringing extra spotlight to the weekend’s top performers.
Elite Matchups Between AUS & NZ Teams
Face top rep teams from Australia and New Zealand in high-stakes games where every possession counts.
7 Guaranteed Games
All quarter finalists play semis and placings for 7 games, but last ranked in each pool play 5 games, ensuring real court time.
Feature Events
Dunk Competition and 3 Point Shootout bringing extra spotlight to the weekend’s top performers.
REGISTER YOUR EOI
Key Details:
- Dates: October 1-4, 2026
- Rep-level athletes only
- 7 guaranteed games for all quarter finalists, 5 for last ranked in each pool
- Max 10 teams per age group
- Age Groups: 15U & 17U Boys and Girls
- Location: CourtSide / Hoop City Port Melbourne
Registration:
- EOI Opens: May 1 - Closes: August 31
- Registration must be a minimum of 8 players
- Entry is strictly for representative-level players.
- Cost: $AUD250 per athlete (uniforms included)
- Players can be added post Ausgust 31 at a cost of $AUD320 per player.
Please note: All successful registrations are final. No refunds will be issued.
VENUE
COURTSIDE MELBOURNE
522 Graham St, Port Melbourne, VIC 3204
