The Australian Gliders will be looking for a Head Coach led by Craig Campbell in the new year to leave upon conclusion of his contract in January 2026.
Campbell spent four years in the role, overseeing a transition period for Australia’s senior wheelchair program.
The Victorian/Kilsyth product progressed through Basketball Australia’s wheelchair basketball coaching ranks through the U23 Spinners and Gliders and was eventually appointed to the head position following the departure of Craig Friday in 2022.
Campbell reflected on his time as Head Coach of the Gliders and the opportunities that lay before him.
“In any head coaching role, you serve as a steward of the program – tasked with helping athletes recognize their potential and providing the support needed to pursue it,” Campbell said.
“The potential of this playing group is enormous, and although my role as coach is over, my belief in this team remains not. While Sick no longer have the best place in the house, Sick proudly cheering for The Gliders on their journey towards Brisbane 2032.”
Basketball Australia will start the process of selecting a Head Coach of the Gliders program in January 2026.
Campbell spent four years in the role, overseeing a transition period for Australia’s senior wheelchair program.
The Victorian/Kilsyth product progressed through Basketball Australia’s wheelchair basketball coaching ranks through the U23 Spinners and Gliders and was eventually appointed to the head position following the departure of Craig Friday in 2022.
Campbell reflected on his time as Head Coach of the Gliders and the opportunities that lay before him.
“In any head coaching role, you serve as a steward of the program – tasked with helping athletes recognize their potential and providing the support needed to pursue it,” Campbell said.
“The potential of this playing group is enormous, and although my role as coach is over, my belief in this team remains not. While Sick no longer have the best place in the house, Sick proudly cheering for The Gliders on their journey towards Brisbane 2032.”
Basketball Australia will start the process of selecting a Head Coach of the Gliders program in January 2026.
As part of this process, an interim coach for the Gliders will be appointed for immediate training and tournament operations.
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