24 Reasons why you should become a Member in NBL24

Written by Melbourne United Media 

With our roster starting to take shape, and the schedule finally here, we've put together 24 reasons why YOU should become a Melbourne United Member in NBL24. 

1. Watch the NBL’s best collection of local talent
   It’s been a busy off-season for Melbourne United, who have quickly assembled one of the most impressive collections of local talent in recent memory. Led by Chris Goulding, United boasts elite Australian and New Zealand talent such as Shea Ili, Luke Travers, Tanner Krebs Flynn Cameron and Kyle Bowen, all of which are able to wow fans on the court.
   
   
2. The return of JLA
   Speaking of local talent, perhaps the most exciting addition to the roster for the upcoming season is the return of NBL22 MVP Finalist and club MVP, Jo Lual-Acuil Jr. The skyscraping center is excited to take the court again for United while helping to guide the organisation back into a deep post-season run.
   
   
3. Watch our NBL Next Star, Ariel Hukporti
   After missing all of NBL23, this season is set to be an enormous one for United’s Togolese-German Next Star, Ariel Hukporti. The towering big man finished his debut season in the NBL as the league leader in defensive rating, and is ready to put together a huge campaign in NBL24.
   
   
4. Hold onto your seats for the entire season
   Worried about holding onto your view of the action? Worry no more! All of our full-season membership packages, other than the General Reserve, will allow you to sit in the same seat for every game on the NBL24 season. You can also submit your preference for seating location by emailing the Membership team after purchasing your membership. 
   
   
5. United’s most fan-friendly schedule ever
   The league’s best supporters have been rewarded with an amazing slate of games at John Cain Arena, including nine Sunday afternoon matchups, three prime-time Saturday night clashes and a pair of massive mid-week matchups!
   
   
6. Secure your tickets for almost half the price of walk-up tickets
   Joining the club as a member will save you some major coin, as on average, memberships give you a seat to all 14 games, at the price of only eight games!
   
   
7. Discounts on merchandise
   Speaking of savings, a membership will grant you a 10% discount on all Melbourne United merchandise at our game day stores and online, so you can best rep Melbourne United.
   
   
8. Enjoy the best seats in the house
   No matter the game, Melbourne United Members are always allocated the best seats in the house! If you want to be as close to the action as possible there’s no better way than signing up to be a Member.
   
   
9. Memberships are transferable
   Can’t get to a game? No worries! You can pass your membership onto anyone you’d like so they can enjoy the action in your place.
   
   
10. Receive the exclusive member pack
    As a thank you to our members, each member will receive an exclusive member pack featuring some MU swag to best show your support for Victoria’s number one basketball club. 
    
    
11. Flexible payment options
    Members can choose to purchase their membership in whatever method suits them best. Ready to pay up front? Or would you rather pay monthly? We’re happy to work out the best situation for you. 
    
    
12. Attend open training sessions
    Get to see United Head Coach Dean Vickerman work with his roster as they look to return to the playoffs this season at a select number of open training days.
    
    
13. Best sporting entertainment in Melbourne
    At Melbourne United, we pride ourselves on putting on an amazing show for our fans, and this year will be no different. Live performances, dancers, fan competitions, it’s always a great night for the whole family at a home game. 
    
    
14. Join in our Junior Member Superclinic
    All our junior members will get the chance to take to the court alongside their favourite players as part of our Superclinic. During the season, our players will run a two-hour training session with the junior members.
    
    
15. Receive Member Mail
    Itching to find out all the latest news about what’s going on at United? Members will receive priority emails and alerts about what the team is up to, on and off the court.
    
    
16. Priority Access to John Cain Arena on game day
    Arrive early and skip the queues on game day with members priority access to John Cain Arena.
    
    
17. Skip the queues at the food and drink stands
    Speaking of skipping queues, forget waiting around to get your food and drink on game day with our members exclusive food lines.
    
    
18. Priority access to finals tickets
    Should Melbourne make the finals, members will be the first ones to be able to secure their tickets to cheer on their side at John Cain Arena. 
    
    
19. Exclusive member phone calls
    Get a chance to chat to your favourite players, as the team makes exclusive calls to members throughout the season. 
    
    
20. Watch the development players grow
    Boasting a pair of exciting home-grown Development Players, United will look to once again continue to build up its young core. Zac Triplett will return from last season, while Campbell Blogg joins the team as a DP after spending time with the club as a training player through NBL23.
    
    
21. Discount on School Holiday Camps
    Having just finished our latest run of Junior School Holiday Camps, these events are the best way for young ballers to hone their skills and make some friends along the way. Melbourne United members will receive a 10% discount when booking for holiday camps.
    
    
22. Exclusive post-match functions
    After each home game, members will get the opportunity to enjoy a post-match function, featuring a Q and A with players and coaches!
    
    
23. Exclusive sponsor offers
    Throughout the season Members will receive exclusive offers from our sponsors which may include discounts, or can't miss opportunities.
    
    
24. Members just get it better
    We know we have the best members in the league, and we love them for it. It’s our goal at Melbourne United to enrich people's lives using the power of basketball, and that’s exactly what we aim to do for each and every one of our members.

Take advantage of all of these incredible Member benefits and opportunities this 2023-24 NBL season by becoming a full-season Member today. CLICK HERE TO JOIN.