NBL1 | QSL | QSLYL COACHING APPLICATION FORM

Sunshine Coast Phoenix 2026 NBL1 | QSL & QSL YOUTH LEAGUE

Coaching Staff Expression Of Interest
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
What is your current Coaching Accreditation?*

Club Coach (Level 1)Association Coach (Level 2)Performance Coach (Level 3)No AccreditationOther
Which position are you applying for*

Head CoachAssistant Coach*Specialist Coach e.g S&C, Skills, Scout/Film
*If applying for a specialist role please provide further detail on experience
Which team are you applying for*

NBL1 WomenQSL Men TealQSL Women TealQSL Youth League Men TealQSL Youth League Women TealQSL Youth League Men OrangeQSL Youth League Women OrangeQSL Youth League Men Black
1. Culture & Leadership: How would you describe the team culture you aim to build, and what strategies do you use to maintain it throughout a season? How do you create buy-in from the playing group? How do you communicate and work with your leadership core or captains? How do you deal with conflict or challenges to team culture?*
2. Vision & Development: What is your long-term vision for a program at this level, and how do you balance winning with developing athletes for the next stage of their basketball careers? How do you structure development opportunities within a high-performance environment? How do you manage minutes and roles for emerging players while still competing for wins? How do you track or measure athlete growth across a season?*
3. Standards & Non-Negotiables: What are your non-negotiables as a coach (on and off the court), and how do you communicate and uphold them with players and staff? How do you hold players accountable to these standards? How do you balance discipline with maintaining relationships? Can you give an example of a situation where you had to enforce a non-negotiable?*
4. Pre-Season Approach: What does an ideal pre-season look like under your leadership, and how do you prepare players physically, mentally, and culturally for the demands of the season? How do you structure training blocks and practice intensity? How do you build team cohesion before the first game? What expectations do you set for player commitment during pre-season (strength & conditioning, film, team events, etc.)?*
5. Alignment & Expectations: How do you ensure your coaching philosophy and expectations align with the club’s values and the wider #PhoenixFamily culture? How do you adapt your style to the identity of the program you’re leading? How do you work collaboratively with administration, other coaches, and volunteers? What does success look like to you beyond the win-loss record?*
6. Feedback, Challenges & Cohesion: How do you deal with player feedback, and what would your approach be to work through challenges throughout the season to create cohesion and unity within the team? How do you ensure players feel heard while maintaining authority within the scope of your role? What processes do you use to address internal conflict or dips in morale? How do you keep the group connected and motivated during adversity (e.g. losing streaks, injuries, off-court issues)?*
7. Game Plan & Style of Play: What is your approach to building a game plan that suits your roster, and how do you adapt your style of play throughout a season? What are your offensive and defensive philosophies? How do you adjust strategies for different opponents? How do you involve your staff and players in the tactical process?*
Please upload your Coaches resume with two contactable references

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Applications Close: 5:00pm, Tuesday 14th October 2025
Once applications have closed, the SCBA Board and General Manager will review all submissions.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to arrange an interview.
Interviews will be conducted either in person or via Microsoft Teams (depending on applicant availability).
Following the interview process, the SCBA Board and General Manager will make final appointments.

Thank you for taking the time to submit your application.
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Sunshine Coast Phoenix 2026 NBL1 | QSL & QSL YOUTH LEAGUE