"3J" By DJ
Dejan “DJ” Vasiljevic
“3J” Basketball Camps
Our goal is to inspire the next generation with our professional coaching & high level basketball experience
Professional Speaker
DJ shares powerful insights drawn from his journey through elite sport, leadership, and personal growth.
Podcast
DJ Vasiljevic and Josh Jenkins every week on Straight Shooter
About DJ
Dejan “DJ” Vasiljevic is a professional basketball player whose journey has been shaped by work ethic, resilience and a quiet commitment to leading by example. Now competing in the NBL with the New Zealand Breakers, he continues to bring the same standards and mindset that have defined his career from the beginning, following his recent tenure with the Adelaide 36ers.
Born in Calgary, Canada and raised in Melbourne from the age of six, DJ did not grow up as a basketball prodigy. After trying soccer and AFL, he committed seriously to the game in his early teens. What set him apart was not early hype, but discipline. He focused on improving every day, earning his way through Australia’s junior pathways and proudly representing his country on the international stage.
A scholarship to the University of Miami Hurricanes gave him the opportunity to compete at the highest level of US college basketball. Over four seasons he developed into one of the program’s most reliable perimeter shooters, while learning that preparation, consistency and accountability separate good players from great ones.
Turning professional in the NBL brought new responsibility and new challenges. As a 2x NBL Champion with the Sydney Kings, DJ experienced success at the highest level of Australian basketball, while understanding that titles alone do not define leadership. A season-ending Achilles injury early in his career tested his patience and belief, strengthening his perspective and reinforcing the importance of resilience.
DJ has also had the honour of representing the Australian Boomers, joining the national program and continuing a lifelong commitment to wearing the green and gold with pride and responsibility.
Through the 3J Basketball Academy, DJ is committed to inspiring the next generation through professional coaching, elite training sessions and access to high level basketball experience. More importantly, he mentors young athletes on mindset, habits and character. He understands that talent opens doors, but attitude keeps them open.
For DJ, success is not measured only by performance. It is measured by impact, by the example he sets, and by the responsibility he takes for those coming up behind him.
Basketball Clinic
The 3J by DJ Academy camps and clinics are designed to help young athletes develop their basketball skills in a focused, positive, and high-energy environment.
Led by Dejan “DJ” Vasiljevic and experienced coaches, each session focuses on the fundamentals that build confident and well-rounded players, from shooting mechanics and ball handling to decision-making and game IQ.
These camps are open to players of various skill levels who want to improve, compete, and learn what it takes to perform at the next level.
Through structured drills, competitive games, and hands-on coaching, players will develop:
Shooting technique and scoring confidence
Ball handling and offensive skills
Defensive fundamentals
Game awareness and decision making
Work ethic, discipline, and leadership
More than just skill development, the academy aims to give young athletes insight into the mindset and preparation required to succeed in elite basketball.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to sharpen your game, 3J by DJ camps provide an opportunity to learn directly from those who have competed at the highest levels.
Professional Speaking
DJ Vasiljevic shares powerful insights drawn from his journey through elite sport, leadership, and personal growth. From representing Australia on the international stage to winning championships at the highest level of professional basketball, DJ understands what it takes to perform under pressure, stay disciplined, and build a mindset focused on continual improvement.
Through engaging and relatable presentations, DJ speaks to schools, sporting organisations, and corporate teams about the lessons sport can teach us about life, leadership, and resilience.
His talks explore topics such as:
Building a strong work ethic and growth mindset
Performing under pressure
Leadership and team culture
Overcoming setbacks and staying resilient
Goal setting and accountability
What it really takes to succeed at the elite level
DJ’s approach is authentic, practical, and inspiring. Rather than simply sharing highlights from his career, he focuses on the habits, mindset, and daily discipline required to achieve long-term success.
Each presentation can be tailored to suit the audience, creating a memorable experience that leaves people motivated, focused, and ready to take action.
Straight Shooter Podcast
Join NBL star DJ Vasiljevic and Josh Jenkins every week as they talk all things sport and life and deliver their opinions, straight.
