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Aug 13, 2025
EOI - NBL1 MENS HEAD COACH

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The Pioneers Basketball Club are now inviting Expressions of Interest for the position of Head Coach – NBL1 South (Men's Program) for the 2026 NBL1 South season and beyond.
About Us
Established in 1988, The Pioneers Basketball Club is the only regional South Australian team to compete in a national competition representing the City of Mount Gambier in NBL1 South.
Since day one, Pioneers home games have provided a professional and high-level sports entertainment product for our community in an accessible and safe environment.
The Pioneers are the inspiration for our region's next generation. We aim to inspire young boys and girls to fulfill their full potential both inside and outside of the sports arena.
The community asset of the Pioneers is a commercial product funded and supported generously by our local business economy and who we represent.
We focus on building relationships on ‘our word’ and trust that will return good outcomes for our products and sport.
Our club considers the fan first with a focus on innovation to drive engagement and experience.
On and off the court the members of our club recognise the great privilege and pride of being a ‘Pioneer’ and wearing the City of Mount Gambier’s name on our chest.
The Pioneers Vision
Building a legacy of excellence through community, professionalism, leadership and passion!
The Pioneers Mission
Setting the standard in a National Basketball competition, with a commitment to outstanding performance, in everything we do.
View our Club Profile click here
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Head Coach - Key responsibilities
- Coach the Pioneers Men’s team in NBL1 season (including pre-season).
- Lead the Men’s program including training, supporting the development of our Athlete’s and the overall direction and implementation of the program
- Recruit and Identify talent including the development of our local juniors male Basketballers as the elite pathway.
- Engage Assistant Coaches and a supporting staff, largely on a volunteer basis to support the Program outcomes.
- Develop and maintain relations with our Community, Sponsors, Media and key stakeholders as the lifeblood of our Club.
- Oversee all medical and player injury management.
- Regular monitoring of the Program for improvement of outcomes.
- Report to the Pioneers Board regularly on the Program’s performance and any other relevant matter.
- Understand and work inside the directions of the Pioneers Board.
- Support the Club and Women’s Program and personnel as possible.
- Driving the PIONEER PASSION culture with discipline, respect, and growth both on and off the court.
The role is based In Mount Gambier, SA and requires travel in accordance with the NBL1 South fixture and other scheduled games and events.
Preferred experience:
- Demonstrated leadership experience and ability to develop a professional and dedicated team of people.
- Previous coaching experience at an elite level.
- Experience and an understanding of working within an engaged community to develop outstanding relationships and Club Profile.
- Association Level (Basketball Victoria) Coaching equivalent.
- Highly organised, self-motivated, responsive and flexible to various priorities especially success of a program.
- The ability to review performance and drive change as required.
- Demonstrate experience in driving positive culture.
Submit your EOI Here by clicking here
Expressions of Interest Close: 5:00pm on Friday 29 August 2025.
Contact: The President, Tom Kosch +61 408 838 905
tom@pioneersbasketball.com.au