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2021 Ballarat Miners assistant coach Matt Nunn was appointed head coach of the under-20 men side.

Former Miners coach Nathan Cooper-Brown was appointed head coach of the under-20 navy blue men team.

His team manager will be Ballarat's Richard Morin.

Basketball Victoria CEO Nick Honey said it was pleasing to have an amazing pool of elite coaches put their hands up for Victorian state team positions, especially throughout the difficulties of 2021.

"Even in the midst of a challenging year with lockdowns and restrictions, we continue to be impressed by the calibre of coaches who want to be part of State Team Program and appreciate those who applied for positions," he said.

"Selecting coaches from an elite group shows the great position Victorian basketball is currently in and we're excited to have the best coaches and staff to support Victoria's state teams next year."

The 2022 Australian Junior Championships will be held in Ballarat, Mackay and Perth.

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