BMA and the Queensland Firebirds team up for another two years
BMA is proud to extend its partnership with Netball Queensland and the Queensland Firebirds for another two years, building on a successful partnership that has helped strengthen connections with communities across regional Queensland.
Since 2024, the partnership has engaged over 1000 regional participants through clinics, workshops and school visits across Moranbah, Dysart and Mackay creating more opportunities for regional young people to participate and develop their skills.
Under the renewed partnership, BMA will continue as an Official Partner of Netball Queensland and the Queensland Firebirds, and Foundation Partner of the Queensland Firebirds Academy.
BMA Asset President Adam Lancey said the next two years would build on the strong foundation established since the partnership began.
“We’re really proud of what this partnership has achieved over the past two years, particularly the opportunities it has created for young people and communities across regional Queensland,” Adam said.
“Extending our partnership with Netball Queensland and the Queensland Firebirds gives us the opportunity to build on that success and continue supporting netball participation and development pathways across the regions.
“For us, it’s about creating opportunities for young athletes and using sport to bring communities together and connect them with the Queensland Firebirds.”
Netball Queensland and Queensland Firebirds Chief Executive Kate Davies said she is thrilled to extend the partnership with BMA for a further two years.
“Together we share a belief that talented young Queenslanders shouldn’t have to leave home to chase their dreams, whether that’s on the netball court or in their careers,” Kate said.
“This renewal means more community visits and netball clinics across regional Queensland, as well as a new annual talent combine in Mackay, giving regional academy athletes a genuine opportunity to be identified and supported on their pathway to the Firebirds dress.
“It’s a true two-way partnership. While we help young women in the regions develop their netball, BMA is opening doors to rewarding careers right in their own communities.”
Supporting netball in the regions
Through the Queensland Firebirds Academy, BMA will continue to support development opportunities for young athletes across regional Queensland.
With academy locations in Mackay, Rockhampton, Townsville and Cairns, aspiring athletes can access development pathways closer to home. The renewed partnership will also support an annual talent combine in Mackay, where young athletes can be coached and assessed by Netball Queensland High Performance staff.
BMA and Netball Queensland will also work with local netball associations across the Bowen Basin and in Mackay to deliver tailored development activities based on local needs such as coaching clinics, umpire development and skills sessions for players.
