Iron Tigers Unleashed – Basketball Beyond the Court
Iron Tigers Unleashed is the touring and development arm of Iron Tigers Basketball. It gives players the chance to grow through high-level basketball experiences outside of the regular season.
Led by respected BNSW coach Will Bowden, Unleashed takes athletes into new environments where they learn to compete, adapt and connect. These tours are about more than just basketball. Players share rooms with teammates, build trust through shared challenges and create memories that last far beyond the final whistle.
Every trip is fully supervised and built around structure, safety and growth. From the planning to the post-game debrief, players are supported every step of the way.
Unleashed is where Iron Tigers take the next step. On court and off it.
Seaside Classic Tour – November 2025
Port Macquarie | Under 15 & Under 17 Boys
Iron Tigers Unleashed is heading to Port Macquarie for the Seaside Classic Tournament, and we’re taking things up a level.
We’re inviting expressions of interest from players in the following age groups:
- U15 Boys – born 2011 (age 14) and 2012 (age 13)
- U17 Boys – born 2009 (age 16) and 2010 (age 15)
This tour is open to both Iron Tigers players and external athletes. Non-club players will need to purchase a playing uniform for $60. All selected players will receive a tour warm-up top as part of the tour package.
Key Dates
- EOI opens: Monday 14 July
- EOI closes: Sunday 18 August
- Selection grading: Saturday 7 September
- Teams named: Saturday 14 September
- Deposit due: Sunday 22 September
- Second payment due: Saturday 19 October
- Final payment due: Sunday 20 October
- Team training: Sunday 20 and Sunday 27 October
- Tour weekend: Friday 31 October – Sunday 2 November
Tour Overview
- Meet at accommodation: Friday 31 October
- Friday night activity: Bowling and pizza at 9:10pm
- Team breakfast + morning activity: Saturday and Sunday mornings
- Games scheduled Saturday and Sunday (subject to tournament draw)
- Players travel home with families after Sunday games
What’s Included
- Tour warm-up top
- Friday and Saturday night accommodation
- Saturday and Sunday team breakfasts
- Friday night bowling and pizza
- Morning team bonding activity (stretch session, beach walk or park cricket)
- Game-day bus transfers to and from courts
- Dedicated coach for each team
- Fully supervised tour with Iron Tigers staff
What’s Not Included
- Transport to and from Port Macquarie (players to arrange own travel)
- Meals outside of breakfast (players should bring money for lunch and dinner)
- Playing uniform for non-Iron Tigers players ($60)
Medical and Dietary Requirements
All players must complete a medical and consent form before the tour. This will cover:
- Medical conditions, medications, and emergency contacts
- Dietary restrictions or food allergies
- Consent for travel, supervision, and medical treatment if required
Breakfasts will be coordinated by Iron Tigers staff. We will cater for common dietary needs, but players with specific allergies or restrictions may need to bring additional food or snacks.
This tour is about more than just basketball — it’s about connection, culture and competing together.
Expressions of Interest open Monday 14 July.
Spots will be limited.
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