2026 Budget Motels Australian National Blackball Championships
Australia’s Biggest Blackball Event!
The 2026 Budget Motels Australian National Blackball Championships brought together the very best blackball players from across Australia for an action-packed celebration of competition, community and the sport we love.
Held in Rockhampton, Queensland, from 17–25 July 2026, the Championships showcased the incredible depth of talent within Australian blackball and provided players of all ages and abilities with the opportunity to compete on the national stage.
With players travelling from every corner of the country, Rockhampton became the home of Australian blackball for nine unforgettable days.
Where Australia Comes Together
The Australian National Blackball Championships are about much more than winning trophies. They are a celebration of the people, clubs, families and communities that continue to grow the sport across Australia.
From first-time national competitors to experienced representatives who have proudly worn the Australian colours, the Championships provide an opportunity for players to test themselves against the best, make lifelong friendships and be part of something bigger than themselves.
Blackball is a sport that brings people together, and BAPA is committed to ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to participate and compete.
Competition at the Highest Level
The 2026 Championships featured a full program of national competition across a range of individual and team categories.
Players battled throughout the week for national honours, with every frame carrying the pressure, skill and excitement that makes blackball such a spectacular sport to watch and play.
The Championships also provided an important pathway for players aspiring to represent Australia on the international stage, with the opportunity to compete for selection and recognition at the highest levels of the sport.
More Than Just a Game!
Blackball is a sport for everyone.
The 2026 Australian National Blackball Championships proudly embraced participation across genders, ages and abilities, reflecting BAPA’s commitment to creating an inclusive sporting environment.
Whether competing at the highest level, supporting a teammate, enjoying the social side of the Championships or simply discovering blackball for the first time, every person plays an important part in the growth of our sport.
A Championship Built on Community
Behind every successful national championship is a huge team of people working together.
The 2026 event brought together players, referees, officials, volunteers, clubs, sponsors, supporters and families to create an atmosphere that extended well beyond the competition tables.
Special thanks goes to our major event partner Budget Motels, whose support helped make the 2026 Australian National Blackball Championships possible.
We also acknowledge the incredible contribution of our sponsors, suppliers, officials and volunteers who continue to invest their time and resources into the development of blackball throughout Australia.
Rockhampton — The Home of the 2026 Championships
Rockhampton provided an outstanding backdrop for the 2026 Championships, welcoming players and supporters from across Australia.
The event delivered significant opportunities for players and their families to experience the region while also bringing visitors, accommodation stays, dining, tourism and sporting activity to the local community.
The Championships demonstrated the ability of blackball to bring people together while creating a genuine economic and community impact for host regions.
Growing the Future of Australian Blackball
The 2026 Championships represent another important step forward for Blackball Australia Pool Association (BAPA) and the continued development of the sport nationally.
BAPA believes blackball has enormous potential to become one of Australia's most recognised participation sports.
With thousands of players already enjoying the game each week, the foundations are firmly in place. The challenge — and the opportunity — is to bring those players together, create stronger pathways and introduce a new generation to the sport.
The Australian National Blackball Championships sit at the heart of that vision.
One Sport. One Community. One National Stage.
From the opening break to the final frame, the 2026 Budget Motels Australian National Blackball Championships showcased everything that makes blackball special — skill, strategy, competition, friendship, passion and community.
It was a celebration of Australian blackball and the people who continue to build its future.
The journey continues.
Blackball Australia Pool Association
Growing the game. Bringing Australia together. Building the future of blackball.