A HISTORIC STEP: BINAR JOINS WABL

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WHAT IS WABL

The Western Australian Basketball League (WABL) is the state’s premier junior basketball competition, providing a high-performance pathway for developing athletes, coaches and officials across Western Australia. 

Administered by Basketball WA, the competition brings together 14 associations from across metropolitan Perth and regional WA – stretching from Wanneroo to the South West – and includes some of the state’s most talented young basketballers. 

WABL caters to players aged 7 to 19, with official competition age groups being U12, U14, U16, U18 and U20. The season journey begins each January with open trials, followed by the WABL Grading Tournament in March, which determines team placement across divisions to ensure balanced and competitive matchups throughout the year. 

The regular season kicks off in late April and runs through Term 2 and Term 3 of the school year, including school holidays. Games are held on Sundays over a 16-week fixture, followed by three weeks of finals. Teams travel across WA, playing at venues from Joondalup to Bunbury, and everywhere in between. 

TCD WABL 2026

Team/Squad Announcements 

Congratulations to our WABL 2026 teams and Head Coaches. 

This marks a significant milestone for Binar Maali, as 2026 will be our first season competing in the WA Basketball League (WABL). We are proud to take this historic step and to announce the athletes who will represent our club at the highest level of junior basketball in Western Australia. 

We would like to commend all athletes who participated in our trial process. The depth of talent, effort and commitment on display made selections extremely competitive, and we are grateful to every athlete and family who engaged with the process. 

To the right, you can view the full list of Binar Maali teams selected for the 2026 WABL season. Team selections were overseen by our coaching staff, in collaboration with our Director of Coaching Development, to ensure a fair, transparent and values-driven process. 

For further details regarding training days, fee structures, uniform information and registration links please see the WABL Parent Handbook below:

Key Dates:

  • WABL Trials: September/October 

  • BWA State Championships: November/December 

  • WABL Grading: March 

  • WABL Season: April-August 

  • BWA Winter Classic: July- 

  • WABL Finals: September 

WABL Parent Handbook

BINAR MAALI UNIFORMS

  • REVERSIBLE PLAYING SHORTS

  • WARMUP TOP

  • REVERSIBLE TRAINING TOP

  • TRAINING SHORTS

2027 WABL TRIALS

What you need to know... 

The Western Australian Basketball League aims to provide a state-wide premier junior competition which develops players, coaches and officials. The League seeks to meet the high level competition requirements through accessible education and training, while promoting positive mental, physical and emotional outcomes. 

Binar Maali will be nominating teams in the following age categories, boys and girls: 

  • U12 (players born in 2016/2017/2018) 

  • U14 (players born in 2014/2015) 

  • U16 (players born in 2012/2013) 

  • U18 (players born in 2010/2011) 

  • U20 (boys only – players born in 2008/2009) 

  • U21  (girls only – players born in 2007/2008/2009) 

 

Trials & Team Selection 

​Trials will take place in September/October.  

As this is Binar Maali’s inaugural season in WABL, we will be re-trialling for all groups. This differs from other clubs who do not re-trial athletes after State Championships. 

Athletes who represented Binar at State Championships are not guaranteed selection for WABL and will still need to participate in trials. 

If an athlete is unable to attend a scheduled trial, they will need to complete the Exemption Form below.  

 ​All teams are selected by Binar’s Director of Player & Coach Development and the appointed lead coach for each age group, with input from our head coaches. 

  • In February and March each year, the competition holds a pre-season Grading Tournament. After grading, the regular season runs between April and August, with finals taking place in September. Round 1 of the 2026 season is scheduled for 26 April. Finals will commence on 30 August after a 16-week regular season, and conclude with Grand Final day on 13 September.

  • Upon selection, teams will train 1-2 times per week. This will be at the club's/coach's discretion.

  • Trial information – information on all trials is available on our website and other social channels. Teams will be announced on Binar's Website and all Social channels will communicate this. No emails will be sent out with team announcements. Please remember to be patient with the process it’s a huge job.

FAQ’S

  • On arrival, your name will be checked off the registration list, and you’ll be given a number on your arm and leg. A photo may also be taken to help coaches with player identification. 

  • Exemptions may be granted for injured athletes. To apply, you will need to complete the 'EXEMPTION FORM.' 

  • Please bring your own basketball (clearly labelled with your name), a full water bottle with your name on it, and a reversible singlet.