Four standouts from the 2026 Under-18 Men's National Championships

With a bumper week of high-level basketball now in the books, we’re looking at just a few of the stars that stood out.

The Under-18 National Championships are a highlight on the Aussie basketball calendar, and there was more talent than ever on show at this year’s men’s tournament. The timing couldn’t be better, with June’s Under-17 World Cup looming large and providing some extra motivation for the best young players in the country.

Before that, though, there was a national title to be won. All 13 teams would have landed in Moreton Bay with championship dreams, and while one squad ultimately stood head and shoulders above the rest, players from right across the country made their mark. With a bumper week of high-level basketball now in the books, we’re looking at just a few of the stars that stood out.