Pink is the colour of care
Ipswich Basketball Association is proud to support the McGrath Foundation through our inaugural Pink Round, held on 10 May 2026 during our NBL1 North clash with Logan. This event is especially meaningful to our community as we honour the legacy of Tiana Mangakahia, whose strength, courage and impact on women’s sport continues to inspire athletes across the country.
By coming together in pink, we aim to raise vital funds to help place specialist McGrath Breast Care Nurses in communities across Australia — ensuring that individuals and families affected by breast cancer receive the care, guidance and support they deserve.
This is our first large-scale Pink event, and we are committed to making it a powerful, positive and heartfelt contribution from the entire Ipswich basketball community. Every donation, big or small, helps make a difference.
Thank you for supporting this cause alongside us. ??
Fundraiser details
Date: 10/05/2026 - 10/05/2026
Event: Pink Round – NBL1 Force vs Logan
Date: 10 May 2026
Venue: Ipswich Basketball Stadium (QLD)
This will be our first major Pink Round event, and we’re incredibly excited to bring the basketball community together in support of the McGrath Foundation. Pink Round is designed to combine basketball, community spirit, and purpose, with proceeds supporting your vital work across Australia.
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Our plan for Pink Round
• Venue-wide pink theme: pink lighting, ribbons, decorations and on-court elements to create a bright, positive atmosphere.
• Team & game presentation: pink uniforms/accents for players (subject to league approvals), pink game-night graphics and PA reads.
• Canteen & bar activations: pink slushies, themed drinks and desserts to extend the experience throughout the venue.
• Merchandise & fundraising: pink socks, scrunchies, wristbands and a limited-edition jersey, with net proceeds to the McGrath Foundation.
• Community & sponsor involvement: raffles, donation drives and pink-themed activations with local businesses and partners.
• On-court recognition: respectful acknowledgements for those impacted by breast cancer and a short in-game presentation.
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How we’d love to partner with McGrath
1. Official alignment & approvals
o Guidance on fundraising registration, recommended donation channels, and best-practice use of McGrath branding.
o Approval for co-branding on Pink Round collateral (digital, in-arena, merchandise swing tags, PA scripts).
2. Fundraising & compliance
o Advice on the preferred donation mechanism (QR codes to a McGrath page, tap-to-donate, cash collection points) and issuing tax-deductible receipts.
o Any state-based fundraising requirements we should include in signage or communications.
3. Community presence
o If possible, attendance by a McGrath Breast Care Nurse or representative for a short courtside chat, coin toss or presentation.
o Volunteer involvement for donation stations or activations (if available).
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In memory of Tiana Mangakahia
This Pink Round will be held in memory of Tiana Mangakahia, whose courage and grace inspired so many within the basketball community and beyond. Her legacy continues to influence women’s sport, reminding athletes and fans alike of the power of resilience, leadership and hope. Through this round, we aim to celebrate her life and honour the enduring impact she had on empowering women and young girls in basketball.
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We’re committed to delivering a respectful, high-impact event that raises funds and awareness while celebrating community, connection and care. Our broader 2026 season also features Mental Health Awareness, ANZAC, Indigenous and Retro Rounds, but Pink Round will be our headline community fixture, and we’re excited to build it hand-in-hand with you.
Thank you for everything you do to support families through the work. We’d be honoured to collaborate.
