Basketball ACT is recognised by Basketball Australia and the ACT Government as the governing body for the sport of basketball in the ACT, and conducts competitions, development, and performance programs throughout the region. Basketball ACT has approximately 10,000 registered participants each year, ranging from 5 to 70 years of age and involved in competitions, introductory and development programs. With over 700 teams, Basketball ACT is one of the largest basketball associations in Australia and has over two hundred referees and officials. Basketball ACT is a community, member based, organisation that works closely with school and community clubs in the delivery of basketball in the Canberra region.