Hornsby Ku‑Ring‑Gai Basketball Association is thrilled to announce a major new partnership with leading global brand, New Balance, and their Australasian elite teamwear partner, Belgravia Apparel. This collaboration marks a defining moment for HKBA as we elevate our standards, our identity, and our ambition to be one of the premier basketball organisations in the country.

An independent brand since 1906, New Balance is renowned for empowering individuals through sport and craftsmanship, fostering positive change in communities around the world.

Their global commitment to basketball is reflected in an impressive athlete roster that includes NBA superstars Cooper Flagg and Kawhi Leonard, alongside a host of other elite athletes.

Belgravia Apparel and New Balance’s strategic alliance commenced in 2020, delivering a new benchmark in the industry, offering unparalleled quality, innovation, and ethical manufacturing practices.

Today, we proudly begin a new chapter.

A Complete Apparel Transformation Across HKBA

This partnership will see Belgravia Apparel deliver New Balance high performance teamwear  across every level of the Spiders pathway – from junior development to elite performance.

Junior & Senior Representative Program

 

    • Brand‑new on‑court uniforms designed for durability, identity, and elite performance.

 

    • A complete off‑court performance and lifestyle range that unifies our athletes across all venues and events

 

    • Direct‑to‑member ordering, making access faster, easier, and more personalised

 

    • A modern off‑court range that unifies our senior athletes across all venues and events

NBL1 East – The Spiders at the Highest Level

 

    • A fresh NBL1 uniform set built for national visibility

 

    • A premium off‑court range that reflects the professionalism and prestige of our top program

Coaches, Officials & Staff

 

    • A brand‑new uniform range, ensuring clarity, professionalism, and consistency across all courts for our many important members who make basketball happen.

Local Competition, Camps, and Events

 

    • As an Association wide partner, New Balance will feature across every product we offer, ensuring a proud unified Web.

Seasonal Merch, Member Discounts & a New Brickpit Store

The partnership also unlocks a new era of merchandise and member experience:

 

    • Seasonal merchandise drops featuring exciting new products, lifestyle apparel, and limited‑edition releases

 

    • A dedicated HKBA x New Balance merchandise store at the Brickpit, giving members easier access to apparel and accessories

 

    • Select member‑wide discount periods throughout the year, ensuring our community can access New Balance gear at accessible prices

SEE NEW BALANCE ATHLETE HIGHLIGHT VIDEO HERE

A Statement of Intent for HKBA

HKBA General Manager Alex Fabian said the partnership represents a bold step forward for the Association.

“We want HKBA to be one of the most professional, respected, and high‑standard basketball organisations in Australia. Partnering with New Balance and Belgravia Apparel is a major milestone in that journey. Their commitment to quality, innovation, and athlete experience mirrors our own, and together we are raising the bar for every HKBA member.”

Belgravia Apparel CEO, Brian Waldron, said “We’re thrilled to partner with HKBA. Community sport is at the heart of everything we do, and we’re excited to bring our extensive basketball expertise to this partnership. Across Australia and New Zealand, we proudly support athletes and organisations at all levels of the game through our partnerships with Basketball Victoria, Sydney Kings, New Zealand NBL and numerous clubs and associations nationwide.

This partnership unites two organisations committed to growing the game and positioning HKBA among the nation’s premier basketball associations”. This partnership is more than uniforms – it’s about identity, pride, and the future of basketball in our region. With New Balance and Belgravia Apparel beside us, HKBA is ready to set a new benchmark for community sport in Australia.