One year since breaking ground, Hoops Capital has marked a construction milestone at the new Auburn Basketball High Performance Centre, bringing together basketball and community leaders for a first look inside the state-of-the-art facility as it moves closer to completion at Wyatt Park.<\/p>\n
Hoops Capital representatives were joined by Cumberland City Council Mayor Ola Hamed, Australian basketball legend Luc Longley and Sydney Kings and Sydney Flames coaches and players for a hard-hat walkthrough, showcasing the significant progress made over the past 12 months.<\/p>\n
The project is transforming the existing Auburn Basketball Centre into a world-class Centre of Excellence and permanent home for the Sydney Kings, Sydney Flames and Hoops Capital Academy. It will be the only dedicated high-performance basketball facility in Sydney to serve both a men\u2019s and women\u2019s professional team.<\/p>\n
Cumberland City Council Mayor Ola Hamed said the new Centre would deliver lasting benefits for local athletes and the wider community.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis project is a proud investment in Auburn, in Western Sydney and in the next generation of basketball talent,\u201d Mayor Hamed said. \u201cThe High Performance Centre will not only provide elite facilities for professional athletes, it will create stronger pathways for young players, support local participation and bring new energy to Wyatt Park as a community sporting hub.\u201d<\/p>\n
Featuring training courts, a high-performance gym, recovery facilities, film room, player lounge, retractable seating and administration spaces, the Centre has been designed to support athletes at the highest level while strengthening pathways for emerging talent and creating new opportunities for the broader Western Sydney community.<\/p>\n
Hoops Capital Executive Director Matthew Denholm said seeing the facility take shape one year on was an important milestone.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s incredible to be standing here almost exactly a year since we turned the first sod and see how far the facility has come,\u201d Mr Denholm said.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis has been a long time coming. We set out to create a genuine high-performance home for the Kings and Flames, but our vision has always extended beyond our professional teams to the local community.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019re incredibly grateful to Cumberland City Council and the NSW Government for their support in bringing this project to life. We couldn\u2019t have reached this point without their partnership and shared commitment to the future of basketball in Western Sydney.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cWe want this to be a place that strengthens basketball pathways, opens up opportunities for the community and inspires the next generation of athletes. We\u2019re nearly there, and we can\u2019t wait to officially open the doors in the New Year.\u201d <\/p>\n
Co-owner of Hoops Capital, Luc Longley said watching the progress has been inspiring for the team.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis facility is going to level up our training and development programs both on and off the court. It\u2019s a proud moment, not only for our players but also for our pathways and our community. I\u2019m looking forward to when we cut the ribbon and officially open it next year.\u201d<\/p>\n
Hoops Capital CEO Mark Thompson said the Centre would be transformational for the Kings and Flames.<\/p>\n
\u201cFor the first time, our teams will have a dedicated home that brings their training, recovery and performance needs together in one place,\u201d Mr Thompson said. <\/p>\n
\u201cThat is particularly significant for the Flames. Providing our female athletes with a world-class high-performance environment is an important investment in the continued growth of women\u2019s basketball and the pathways behind it.\u201d<\/p>\n
Head Coach of the Sydney Flames, Renae Garlepp, said having a permanent high performance base would make a significant difference to the team\u2019s preparation.<\/p>\n
\u201cHaving our courts, gym, recovery and performance facilities together in one place will make a huge difference to how we prepare and develop as a team, particularly for women\u2019s high-performance.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019ve seen the impact a dedicated facility can have on teams across Australia and the world – it\u2019s incredibly exciting that we\u2019re on the cusp of having our own. This is a major milestone for elite basketball in Sydney and NSW.\u201d<\/p>\n
Three-time NBL Champion Xavier Cooks said the new facility would give the team a base to be proud of. <\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019ve watched it take shape over the past year, so seeing it this close to completion is exciting. It\u2019s going to be an incredible place to train and something we\u2019ll be proud to call home.\u201d<\/p>\n
With construction entering its final stages, Hoops Capital is inviting sporting organisations, community groups and other potential users interested in accessing the facility to reach out regarding future hire opportunities. <\/p>\n
The Centre is expected to officially open in early 2027.<\/p>\n
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