Coaching Masterclass – July 2026 | Warragul Basketball Association
Warragul Basketball Association

Warragul Basketball Association Presents

COACHING MASTERCLASS

July 2026 — An Event for All Coaches

A full evening of elite coaching knowledge, practical tools, and professional development — from two of Australia’s most experienced basketball minds.

Thu 16 Jul

Date

5:30 PM

Start Time

$20

Per Person

All Levels

Welcome

To Our Coaching Community

Coach Development. In One Night.

WBA has brought together two of the most respected names in Australian basketball coaching for a single three-hour event built entirely around your development. Whether you coach Aussie Hoops on a Saturday morning or you’re chasing a Warriors rep appointment — this night is for you.

The evening covers two distinct pillars: on-court skills and player development led by Colin Donovan, and behaviour management, relationships and best practice led by Basketball Victoria’s own Rob Coulter. A short break between sessions gives you a chance to connect with coaches from across the region.

Applying for a Warriors Rep role? Coaches seeking appointments with Warragul Warriors Metro or Country Representative Teams are strongly encouraged to attend this Masterclass as part of the selection and development process.

Your Presenters

World-Class Experience

Colin Donovan

Session 1 — 5:30 PM

Colin Donovan

Basketball Skills & Player Development

One of Australian basketball’s most decorated coaches, Colin brings over four decades of experience from NBL Championship-winning benches to the national junior program. His session will be practical, insightful, and immediately applicable.

Career Highlights

●  NBL Championships — 1992 & 1996 with the Melbourne Magic

●  Australian U18 Champions — 1985, 1986, 1987, 1989

●  6 consecutive Victorian State Championships — Nunawading U18

●  SEABL/CBA Coach of the Year — 1991

●  Queensland Coach of the Year — 2009

●  Head Coach — Nunawading, Kilsyth, Dandenong, Cairns Taipans

●  Coaching mentor, Australian U17 program — Dubai 2014 (Silver), Zaragoza 2016

Session Focus

●  Basketball skills and fundamental development

●  Building players for the long term

●  Elite coaching principles and methodology

Rob Coulter

Session 2

Rob Coulter

Behaviour, Relationships & Best Practice

Basketball Victoria’s Coach Development Coordinator, Rob is one of the most respected voices in Australian coaching education. As host of BV’s long-running Talking Split podcast (est. 2017), he brings a thoughtful, evidence-informed perspective to the art of coaching.

Rob’s session covers the areas every coach navigates but few talk about openly — building productive relationships, managing behaviour, and setting expectations that create better teams.

Career Highlights

●  Basketball Victoria Coach Development Coordinator

●  Host, BV’s Talking Split Podcast — running since 2017

●  Victoria Metro U18 Boys — Asst & Head Coach (2013)

●  Victoria Metro U16 Boys Head Coach (2014 & 2015)

●  Director of Coaching, Eltham Basketball (2012–2014)

●  Senior programs, Diamond Valley Basketball

Session Focus

●  Behaviour management on and off the court

●  Building relationships with players & parents

●  Managing court time & development expectations

●  Best practice coaching frameworks

What to Expect

Session Agenda

Session 1 — 5:30 PM

Basketball Skills & Player Development

Colin Donovan draws on four decades of elite coaching — from NBL Championships to Australian junior representation — to unpack the principles of skill development, basketball fundamentals, and building players for the long term.

Colin Donovan

Short Break

Refreshment & Networking Break

A chance to reflect, connect with coaches from across the region, and grab a coffee.

Networking Break

Session 2

Behaviour Management, Relationships & Best Practice

Basketball Victoria’s Rob Coulter leads an in-depth session covering behaviour management on court, building productive relationships with players and parents, managing court time expectations, and setting clear development standards.

Rob Coulter

~8:30 PM

Close

Is This For You?

Who Should Attend

⚑ Warriors Rep Coaches

Coaches seeking Metro or Country Rep appointments are strongly encouraged to attend.

🏀 Junior Coaches

Club coaches at all junior levels looking to develop their skills and knowledge base.

📈 Senior Coaches

Experienced coaches wanting to refresh best practice frameworks and stay current.

🌿 Aspiring Coaches

Anyone considering a coaching pathway in basketball — no experience required.

Lock It In

Reserve Your Spot

Tickets are $20 per person, available now through INTIX. Places are limited — secure yours today.

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Thursday 16 July 2026

Date

5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Time

Warragul Leisure Centre, Court 1

Venue

Warragul Basketball Association

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