About AUBD

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Since 2007

The #1 Basketball Development Company in AustraliaAUSTRALIAN BASKETBALL DEVELOPMENT

Since 2007, AUBD (Australian Basketball Development) has set the standard for elite basketball training in Australia. Founded and operated by Sedale Threatt Sr. (former NBA player) and Sedale Threatt Jr., AUBD is built on decades of real, professional experience. Our coaches know what it takes to perform at the highest level, and we use that knowledge to guide and inspire the next generation of athletes.

Over the past 18 years, AUBD athletes have achieved extraordinary success, winning 25+ international titles, producing over 100 American college players, and developing 50+ semi-professional and professional athletes worldwide.

At AUBD, we don’t just train athletes; we build disciplined, goal-oriented, and mentally strong young adults. Our players train before school or work, conditioning both body and mind to pursue excellence in domestic leagues, VJBL, Big V, NBL1, college, and professional basketball. Every athlete learns to face the realities of the game, where height, athleticism, skill, fitness, politics, and team dynamics all play a part.

Not every player reaches the top of basketball, but every AUBD athlete who perseveres develops the mindset to reach the top in life. We use basketball as a vehicle to build success-driven individuals, teaching discipline, consistency, humility, and respect for coaches and teammates. When young athletes learn to train, listen, and lead like professionals, they carry those habits into everything they do.

We don’t promise every child will become a professional athlete, but we promise they will be surrounded by people who care, challenge them to grow, and support them every step of the journey. With world-class coaching, proven experience, and a genuine commitment to development, AUBD continues to stand as Australia’s number one basketball development program, building not just great players, but great people.

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PLAYER DEVELOPMENT

MINDSET TRAINING

SEDALE THREATT

15-Year NBA Veteran | Professional Coach | Founding Director of AUBD

Sedale Threatt Sr. brings 15 years of NBA experience to AUBD’s coaching team, shaping how every athlete learns the game – with discipline, fundamentals, and mental toughness at the core. His approach builds complete players: strong, skilled, and confident both on and off the court.

At AUBD, Threatt Sr. leads sessions that focus on technical mastery, footwork, and understanding the game’s flow. He works closely with developing players, including many of our younger and female athletes, ensuring every session challenges them to grow while reinforcing the joy of competition. His patience, precision, and experience make him the coach who builds great habits and great character.

Focus Areas:
• Conditioning and body control
• Ball-handling fluency and coordination (both hands)
• Shooting mechanics and rhythm
• Court vision and decision-making
• Defensive awareness and positioning
• Confidence building and game IQ

Coaching Style:
Known for his calm but firm teaching presence, Threatt Sr. sets clear goals for every athlete and guides them toward consistency, composure, and accountability. He creates a professional environment where athletes learn how to train with intent and purpose.

SEDALE THREATT JR

Division1 NCAA | Professional Player | Elite Development Specialist

Sedale Threatt Jr. drives AUBD’s high-performance environment — a demanding, fast-paced training space designed to mirror elite competition standards. A former NCAA Division I player, he blends his American collegiate experience with a sharp understanding of what it takes to elevate Australian athletes to the next level.

While groups at AUBD train fluidly across courts, Threatt Jr. often leads the senior or advanced court, where intensity is high and expectations are clear. His sessions emphasise technical precision, decision-making under pressure, and personal accountability. Every athlete, regardless of age, is pushed to perform beyond comfort and to think like a professional.

Specialisations:
• Advanced pick-and-roll reads and situational IQ
• 1-on-1 offensive creation and control, developing creativity, footwork, and space-making under pressure
• Small-sided and transition decision-making, reading multiple defenders and finishing in real-game situations
• Interior finishing and footwork through contact
• Individual and team defensive systems
• Elite conditioning and recovery principles
• Collegiate pathway guidance and representation

Coaching Style:
Demanding but deeply invested, Threatt Jr. adapts his approach to each athlete’s level and mindset. Players leave his court sharper, fitter, and mentally stronger — with clear goals and the drive to achieve them beyond the session.