McKinnon Cougars Set For 2026 Pink-Out Round Supporting BCNA
The McKinnon Cougars will turn pink this weekend as the club’s annual Pink-Out Round returns across both VJBL and Big V competitions, raising funds and awareness for Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA).
On Friday 15 May, McKinnon’s VJBL teams will also take part in the club’s Pink-Out Round, with Junior Cougars players encouraged to wear pink shoelaces, ribbons and accessories to show support for those impacted by breast cancer ahead of the major Big V Pink-Out weekend at GESAC, as the association strives to raise more than $5,000 for BCNA throughout the 2026 campaign.
Across the weekend, players, coaches, families and supporters are encouraged to wear pink and get involved in a range of activations designed to support those impacted by breast cancer.
Saturday night’s Pink-Out fixtures will feature the Championship Women and Championship Men, before Sunday afternoon’s Youth Women and Youth Men games continue the event at GESAC.
Anyone wishing to donate directly to the fundraiser can do so via our BCNA official fundraising page
Big V Ticketing
Big V entry prices for the Pink-Out Round weekend have also been adjusted to support the fundraising, with $2 from every ticket sold donated directly to BCNA.
To avoid sell-out disappointment, tickets can be pre-purchased HERE
Ticket prices for the weekend are: Adults: $7, Children: $5 and Family Pass (2 Adults & 2 Children): $12
Bakers Delight Pink Buns
Bakers Delight Pink Buns will also be available across the weekend for $4 each, with all proceeds contributing towards the club’s BCNA fundraising efforts.
Pink-Out Merchandise
Additional Pink-Out merchandise including t-shirts, hair ribbons and shoe laces will also be available for purchase throughout the weekend at GESAC, including pink-themed supporter items and accessories. Stock across merchandise items will be limited.
BCNA x Big V Bingo
A new addition to this year’s Pink-Out Round is the launch of the BCNA x Big V Bingo activation, giving fans another interactive way to engage with the games while contributing to the fundraiser.
Bingo Cards will be available for purchase for $3 across the weekend, with one winner to be crowned on Saturday night and one on Sunday afternoon.
Each Bingo Card features nine player statistics, traits and game events from the Pink-Out Round fixtures. Once all nine squares are completed, participants can scan the QR Code on the card and submit a photo of their completed Bingo Card along with their contact details.
Supporters do not need to attend the games in person to participate, with fans able to follow the action remotely through Big V Live Stats and complete their cards from home. Fans attending the games are also encouraged to track statistics and game events live via the Big V website while filling out their cards.
How To Get A Bingo Card
Purchase via online pre-sale for collection at the venue.
Purchase at the Pink-Out Pop Up on game day.
Bingo Cards are physical only and must be collected at the venue. No online or digital Bingo Cards will be available.
How To Play
Complete all nine squares on your Bingo Card.
Once completed, scan the QR Code on the card. Submit; Your contact details and a photo of your completed Bingo Card
The first valid completed submission received for each session will win.
Important Information
There will be ONE winner from Saturday night and ONE winner from Sunday afternoon
The submission form will close once a winner has been confirmed for that session.
Winners will be contacted and announced by McKinnon Basketball on Monday via email.
Additional Information
Participants may complete multiple cards across the weekend.
Saturday and Sunday Bingo Cards will both be available for collection from Saturday’s games for fans unable to attend on Sunday.
Pencils will be available at the venue, however patrons are encouraged to bring their own.
BINGO Prizes
Saturday night
Donated by Anytime Fitness
1 x Gym towel and drink bottle
1 x 3-month membership ($150 total)
Donated by Basketball Mentors
1 x 10 Shooting Machine Packs ($150)
1 x $260 Holiday Program Voucher ($260)
Donated by Dean Nakos
1 x voucher for one group session - valued at $40.
Donated by MBA
1 x $100 McKinnon Basketball Programs/Clinic/Camp Voucher ($100)
Sunday Afternnon
Donated by Anytime Fitness
1 x Gym towel and drink bottle
1 x 3-month membership ($150 total)
Donated by Basketball Mentors
1 x 10 Shooting Machine Packs ($150)
1 x $260 Holiday Program Voucher ($260)
Donated by Bunnings (Chadstone)
1 x $50 voucher ($50)
Donated by MBA
1 x $100 McKinnon Basketball Programs/Clinic/Camp Voucher ($100)
RAFFLE
A raffle will also run across both Saturday night and Sunday afternoon at GESAC, with all proceeds supporting BCNA.
Raffle tickets are $2 each and can be purchased in person only at the venue.
Winners will be drawn and announced following the second game of each session. Winners do not need to be present at the time of the draw, with raffle volunteers recording contact details on all tickets.
Prize winners will be contacted via phone or email on Monday to arrange collection.
Saturday Night’s Prizes
Donated by Soak Bath House (South Yarra)
1 x Gift card $60.00 Gift Card
Donated byYarra Bend Public Golf Course Melbourne
1 x Family 18-Hole Mini Golf Voucher
Donated by Wild Soul Wellness (Moorabbin)
1 x 10 pack of visits - redeemable for any class or recovery service.
Sunday Afternoon’s Prizes
Donated by SuperZu (Play Centre and Cafe)
1 x 2 children free entry 2 x free ride on the cars.
Donated by Yarra Bend Public Golf Course Melbourne
1 x Family 18-Hole Mini Golf Voucher
Donated by Wild Soul Wellness (Moorabbin)
1 x 10 pack of visits - redeemable for any class or recovery service.
McKinnon Basketball’s Pink-Out Round continues to grow each year as one of the club’s major community initiatives, bringing together players, volunteers, families and supporters in support of an important cause while showcasing the strength of the wider Cougars community.