KING OF THE COURT RETURNS: MELBOURNE'S BIGGEST 3V3 STREETBALL SHOWDOWN
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Basketball, music and culture collide this November as King of the Court (KOTC) returns to Melbourne for the biggest 3v3 streetball event in the Southern Hemisphere.
Taking over RMIT’s A’Beckett Urban Square on November 8- 9, the event will transform the city into an urban playground of hoops, beats and community – headlined by tennis superstar Nick Kyrgios, who joins as Official Judge of the Slam Dunk Contest. He’ll be courtside to judge some of the world’s best dunkers, including Chris Staples (USA), Guy Dupuy (France), Tyler Currie (USA) and Brodie Stephens (AUS).
International Lineup, Local Energy
This year’s tournament welcomes elite teams from Japan, New Zealand, China and France, competing in both King and Queen of the Court (QOTC) World Finals. The weekend will also feature high-energy DJ sets led by Soju Gang, and the return of the crowd-favourite ‘Who’s Got Next’ Rap Battle, and the debut of the Chemo Finds Sunday Street Market – celebrating the best of urban style with vintage fashion, tooth gems, tattoos, jewellery, art and more.
Expect a full-day cultural experience at this free, all-ages event, complete with food trucks, barber pop-ups and lifestyle vendors, turning RMIT’s city court into a hub of sport, sound and style, from morning ‘til night.
Champion x Reebok: Powering Streetball from Grassroots to Global
This year global sportstyle icon Champion and footwear powerhouse Reebok unite to elevate the game from grassroots to elite.
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Champion returns as Naming Rights Sponsor and On-Court Apparel Partner, outfitting all players in custom teamwear and continuing its commitment to the communities driving basketball culture.
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Reebok joins as Official Footwear Partner, supporting grassroots athletes and shining a spotlight on women’s basketball, with players competing in the Reebok Engine A and Angel Reese 1 throughout the weekend.
Building on Champion’s rich basketball heritage — from outfitting the NBA and WNBA to its current role as Official On-Court Apparel Partner of the NBL — the partnership underscores the event’s growing global credibility.
Fans will also have the chance to win big throughout the weekend with giveaways from Champion and Reebok, including a rare, custom-made Reebok Shaq Attaq shoe in Shaquille O’Neal’s original size 22 - built for the big man himself.
Exclusive Capsule Drop: Champion x KOTC 2025
To celebrate the event, Champion x KOTC will release a limited-edition capsule collection on November 8, featuring 200 exclusive Reverse Weave® hoodies and tees, available both on-site at the event and online at Champion.com.au.
The collection, designed by artist and player Carlo Camp, draws inspiration from the Japanese characters for “Honour” and features an image of a man and woman leaping for the jump ball — symbolising inclusivity and the spirit of streetball culture.
“King of the Court has evolved into something far greater than a tournament - it’s a celebration of community, culture and creativity. With Champion and Reebok on board, we’re pushing the boundaries again this year. The mix of sport, style and energy is unlike anything else in Australia,” said KOTC founder, Mitch Lang.
Community at the Core
Ahead of the main event, Saturday Night Lights will light up RMIT’s A’Beckett Urban Square onOctober 4, 18 and November 1 - free community sessions featuring streetball, DJ sets, giveaways and pickup games designed to bring Melbourne basketball community together.
Now in its eighth year, King of the Court has grown from a local competition into a global celebration of basketball culture — uniting players, creators and fans from around the world through competition, creativity and community.
Tickets & info: kingofthecourt.org
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Event Overview
Location: RMIT A’Beckett Urban Square, Melbourne CBD
Dates: Saturday 8 – Sunday 9 November 2025
Time: 10:00am – 6:00pm each day
Additional Highlights
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Oct 4, 18 + Nov 1 - Saturday Night Lights community sessions
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International dunkers from the USA, France, Korea and Australia
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Rap Battle and cultural performances
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Chemo Finds Sunday Street Market (vintage, art, nails, jewellery + more)
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Food trucks, barbers, lifestyle pop-ups and giveaways
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Competition to win a custom-made pair of size 22 Reebok Shaq Attaqs
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Limited-edition Champion x KOTC8 capsule collection
About us:
ABOUT KING OF THE COURT
King of the Court is Australia’s premier street basketball tournament, founded by Mitch Lang in 2019, has become a cornerstone of Melbourne’s sporting scene, blending streetball culture, community spirit, and elite athleticism. Designed to celebrate the spirit of streetball and community, the event has quickly grown into a nationwide phenomenon, attracting top players, international talent, and thousands of fans. King of the Court is renowned for its high-energy 3x3 and 1x1 competitions, slam dunk contests, and its dedication to inclusivity, highlighted by the debut of ‘Queen of the Court’—a competition showcasing elite female streetballers. More than just basketball, King of the Court is a cultural experience, blending sport, music, and entertainment into a festival-like atmosphere. For more information visit www.kingofthecourt.org
Since 1919, Champion has been defined by American athletic heritage and a reputation for providing innovative and durable apparel, footwear, accessories and teamwear. As the first official outfitter of the NBA (1989-2001) and worn by the first men’s “Dream Team", today Champion continues its support of basketball culture as the official apparel sponsor of Australia's NBL. With a roster of iconic collaborations with established and emerging brands and creatives, including Rick Owens, Palace, Dover Street Market, Undercover, and WTAPS, Champion's iconic heritage has been reinterpreted and immersed in sports, music, fashion, and culture for decades. As testament to this, Champion's Reverse Weave Hoodie introduced in 1934 is displayed in the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) as a fashion item that has had a strong impact on modern society. Today, Champion's sportstyle collections are available globally in flagship stores, select retailers and online at champion.com.au
ABOUT REEBOK
With a legacy of innovation and self-expression, Reebok sits at the intersection of sport and culture. Since 1958, the brand has pushed boundaries, from the track to the street. Led by Shaquille O’Neal and Allen Iverson as President and Vice President of Reebok Basketball, the brand has returned to performance basketball after more than a decade. In Australia, Reebok champions grassroots hoops as the Official Footwear Sponsor of the NBL, partnering with select NBL1 teams, alongside King of the Court 8. Globally, Reebok is supporting women’s basketball through signing players such as Angel Reese and spotlighting other WNBA talent. Reebok inspires athletes, creators, and fans to move with confidence, with collections available in stores, at select retailers, and online at reebok.com.au.
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