Global Learning Expeditions, Surrey Hills (2026)

14/04/2026

Welcome home, basketball crew 🇦🇺🏀✈️

After a huge journey back from LAX, we’re sure you’re feeling the travel, but also buzzing with stories, photos, and memories from an unforgettable USA tour.

From high-level training and tournament battles to NBA games and iconic experiences, you embraced every moment. More importantly, you return home with new skills, fresh insights, and a deeper understanding of how to grow both individually and as a team.

We couldn’t be prouder of what you achieved.

Thank you for travelling with us. We feel incredibly honoured to have been part of your journey.

Now it’s time to rest, recover, and relive it all 🙌

14/04/2026

Wheels up ✈️🇺🇸➡️🇦🇺

Our basketball crew are on their way home, currently somewhere over the Pacific and crossing the international date line… so Tuesday doesn’t really exist for them 😄

After an incredible tournament, the group had some well-earned downtime in LA, although “downtime” might not be the right word:

• Casual hoops at Venice Beach 🏀
• Lakers vs Warriors, the final NBA game of the season (Go Lakers!) 💜💛
• A full day at Universal Studios 🎢

A pretty amazing way to finish what has been a whirlwind tour.

There will no doubt be plenty of sleep on the flight home, along with a lifetime of memories.

A huge congratulations to the team and Coach Jamie on everything you achieved, and a big thank you to the support crew who made it all possible.

We hope you had an absolute ball (had to 😄)

13/04/2026

And just like that… tournament done 🇺🇸🏀

Five games. 200 minutes of basketball. Some seriously tough competition.

The group came out strong with three great wins (53–36, 62–53, 70–53), then faced two challenging games (39–54, 48–58) that really tested them. More importantly, they showed resilience, adapted their approach, and put all that mindset training into practice.

We couldn’t be prouder of how this team competed on the other side of the world.

As Coach Jamie said, it was “very gruelling basketball and very high-standard basketball. We were absolutely thrilled and honoured that we were given the opportunity to play a very decent competition to help our boys improve.”

That’s exactly what this experience is about, growth, challenge, and stepping up when it matters.

Now it’s off to LA for a bit of a reset (kind of 😄), with anotherh NBA game to go before heading home.

What a whirlwind it’s been.

11/04/2026

Reward for a big session on court… Raising Cane’s 🍗🇺🇸

After a tough day of drills and mini-games, the team (and support crew) earned a classic US favourite. Raising Cane’s is known for doing one thing really well: fresh chicken tenders, crispy fries, and that famous Cane’s sauce.

Simple, consistent, and always a hit with our groups.

Safe to say it didn’t disappoint 😄

Now that we’re fuelled up and ready to go, it’s time to shift focus. Two days of basketball tournament action ahead, and the team is keen to put everything into practice.

Stay tuned 🏀🔥

11/04/2026

Back in the gym for session two with Aim High 🇺🇸🏀

This one was all about the details.

Lots of mini games and game-based drills, with the coach constantly stopping play to challenge the team. What could they do differently? How can they read the game better? What decision gives your team the best outcome?

It wasn’t just about skill, it was about thinking.

That focus on mindset, strategy, and in-game awareness is exactly what makes these sessions so valuable. The team was pushed to adapt, communicate, and make smarter decisions under pressure.

Perfect preparation heading into their two-day tournament.

Let’s see how it all comes together 🏀🔥

09/04/2026

A well-earned reward after a big day of training… NBA night in Phoenix 🇺🇸🏀

We watched the Phoenix Suns take on the Dallas Mavericks, with the Suns coming away with a 112–107 win in a fast-paced, high-energy game. Huge game by Dillion Brooks - 28 points!

The atmosphere was incredible. Big plays, loud fans, and that home team celebration when the final buzzer sounded 🔥

Americans love their sport just as much as we do back home, and the group got to experience it at its best.

Make sure you watch right to the end… we found some extra entertainment beyond the court 👀

09/04/2026

A big afternoon on court here in Phoenix 🇺🇸🏀

Today the group had the opportunity to train with Aim High Elite Athletes Basketball Club, a program known for developing athletes through high-performance coaching, skill development, and a strong focus on mindset and discipline.

Aim High works with players who are serious about taking their game to the next level, combining elite training with mentorship and a real emphasis on personal growth. It was a great environment for our group to step into and experience what basketball development looks like in the US.

The session was intense. The players were pushed, challenged, and tested across all aspects of their game. It was fantastic to see them step up, support each other, and embrace the challenge.

A huge thank you to the coaches and staff at Aim High Elite Athletes for welcoming us and delivering such a high-quality session. The group got so much out of it.

And after a big day of hard work, there was a well-earned reward waiting for them.

You’ll have to tune in tomorrow to see what that was 👀

09/04/2026

First official stop of the USA Basketball Tour (and yes, we’re counting this as the first, sorry Chick-fil-A 🍗)…

Arizona State University 🇺🇸🏀

Today we explored one of the largest universities in the United States, home to over 140,000 students across its campuses. ASU is known for its innovation and world-class sporting programs, competing in the NCAA Division I Pac-12 Conference.

For our Aussie basketballers, it was a great chance to experience what college sport looks like at a high level in the USA. The facilities, the culture, and the pride around university sport here are on another level, and it gave the group a real insight into pathways beyond school.

We also made a very important stop at the ASU merchandise store, picking up some Sun Devils gear 🔱 before heading to the Student Memorial Union for lunch. Safe to say, we're quickly embracing the US college lifestyle.

More basketball action coming soon, but this was a pretty special way to start the tour.

08/04/2026

They’ve made it 🇺🇸✈️

After a delayed start, our basketball tour group has officially arrived in the USA and is already embracing everyday American life… starting with a GLE staff favourite, Chick-fil-A 🍗

Safe to say there is a little bit of jealousy back here in the Melbourne office, especially as Tour Manager Ben and the group tuck into those famous chicken tenders and that delicious creamy sauce.

We’re so glad to see everyone arrive safely and in great spirits. The adventure is now well and truly underway.

Basketball action coming soon 🏀
Stay tuned to follow the adventure.

07/04/2026

We’re so excited to see this incredible group on their way to the USA for an unforgettable basketball tour 🇺🇸🏀

While the journey had a slightly delayed start, the excitement is only building. Ahead of them:

• NBA games to check out the highest level
• Skills sessions to sharpen their game
• A competitive tournament to put it all into action

These experiences go far beyond the court. They build confidence, teamwork, and lifelong memories.

A big good luck to our ten players and their amazing support crew of coaches and parents. Your adventure is just beginning, and we cannot wait to follow all the action once you arrive in Phoenix.

Safe travels and enjoy the journey ✈️

15/01/2026

The vibe at Sydney Airport just went through the roof ✈️🎉
Red Go USA Group is home!

After 10 incredible days exploring California, it’s hard to believe this adventure is already over. It feels like only yesterday they were heading off. From San Francisco to sunny San Diego, finishing up in the bright lights of Los Angeles, this group packed so much into one unforgettable tour.

They explored iconic sights, cheered on American school basketball teams, and experienced what everyday life looks like on the other side of the world 🌎🏀

A huge thank you to the teachers who travelled alongside this group. Your planning, care, and support make experiences like this possible 💙

With long drives home ahead, the storytelling will likely start as soon as the car leaves the airport… or sleep might take over just as quickly 😴 Either way, take it easy today and don’t let the jet lag win. Welcome home!

14/01/2026

And just like that, Blue Group is home ✈️💙

After an unforgettable 10-day adventure across the USA, our travellers have landed back in Melbourne with full hearts, tired eyes, and photo reels packed with memories.

From a sunny welcome in San Francisco, to heading north to Seattle where winter well and truly set in, including some very fun snow days ❄️, this tour delivered something special at every stop.

Making new friends at Lake Stevens High School, cheering on their basketball teams, then flying back to California to experience the glitz of Los Angeles and a huge day at Disneyland 🎢✨

Now back on home soil, these students return with stories, friendships, confidence, and memories that will last a lifetime.

From all the GLE staff, both here in Australia and in the USA, we hope this adventure was unforgettable and truly life changing. A huge thank you to the schools, teachers, and families who made this incredible opportunity possible.

Go Team 💙

Now unpack, rest up, and don’t let that jet lag win 😴

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