2024 U16 STATE PERFORMANCE SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT
Basketball South Australia is excited to release the SA Metro Under 16 Boys and Girls State Performance Program squads for 2024.
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Basketball South Australia is excited to release the SA Metro Under 16 Boys and Girls State Performance Program squads for 2024.
We are very excited to announce the eight South Australian Athletes that have been selected as a part of the Under 17 Australian Junior Squad to attend the Emus and Sapphires Camps in preparation for the 2024 World Cup.
Basketball South Australia is pleased to announce the SA Metro Under 18 Men and Women State Performance Program squads for 2024.
As part of Basketball South Australia’s High-Performance restructure and vision, Dee will lead our female High-Performance portfolio, including coaching and administration. This exciting and innovative approach to female pathways is a new era for South Australia, to encourage and inspire girls and women to participate at the highest level of basketball.
Basketball South Australia is proud to recognise and congratulate the 13 referees and 2 referee coaches who traveled to the Gold Coast to represent the state at the 2023 Foot Locker Australian School Championships, from 27 November to 1 December 2023.
On Saturday 25th November we came together at the State Basketball Centre to celebrate the success of our Referees and Technical Officials in 2023.
Congratulations to the following players selected in the 2024 Ivor Burge Program squad who will compete at the Footlocker National Championships in at the end of January next year.
Congratulations and good luck to our South Australians representing Australia at the Frank Ponta Cup
Congratulations to the following players selected in the 2024 U20 State Performance Program squad who will compete at the Footlocker National Championships in at the end of January next year.
In the month of September, Basketball South Australia had the distinct honour of being represented at the U14 Australian Junior Championships by a dedicated crew of six referees and two referee coaches.
Basketball SA, the peak sporting body for basketball in South Australia, is thrilled to announce a meaningful partnership with SA Wheelchair Basketball Association (SAWBA).
Basketball SA, the peak sporting body for basketball in South Australia, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with SEDA College.
Basketball SA, the sporting body responsible for the NBL1 Central, is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with Big Shed Brewing
Basketball SA, the peak sporting body for basketball in South Australia, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with the Adelaide Lightning.
Basketball SA is excited to share the opening of the State Basketball Centre at Wayville, with the Honourable Katrine Hildyard MP, Minister of Recreation, Sport and Racing, in attendance to officially open the doors.
Basketball SA is thrilled to announce two dynamic partnerships that will elevate the sport and the experience for players, officials, and fans alike.
Richard ‘Dick’ Butler Richard ‘Dick’ Butler began his journey with the Basketball community with Forestville Eagles as the Junior Coordinator where he committed 12 years. Dick worked tirelessly in this role throughout the 1970’s whilst also being a member of the management committee for 10 years spanning 1972-1982. Dick served
Malcolm Heard The late Malcolm Heard commenced his basketball journey in the 1950’s working hard to reach state and national teams. Malcolm was a very humble, peaceful, and caring man that carried himself in a way that earnt respect from others throughout his career in Basketball. Malcolm played basketball for
James ‘Jim’ Madigan commenced his basketball journey in 1957 as a District player for YMCA, South Adelaide. Jim quickly transitioned from his role as a player into coaching where he truly built his path to success. Jim became very active in the development of players in the early 60’s coaching
CAROLYN TSAKALOS Carolyn commenced her journey as a referee at the young age of 14 years old. In a space of predominantly male’s, Carolyn lead the way for female referees proving that with work ethic and drive there is enormous potential. Carolyn has produced groundbreaking results for women officials within organisations including
The late Fred Specht may well be regarded by some as the man who put the West Adelaide Basketball Club on the map. But he was much more than that. Beginning as the Kingston Tennis club it later morphed into the West Adelaide Basketball Club. Initially, with his nephew Dixon
Albert Leslie Born in Woolloomooloo, NSW Albert quickly became the pride of the town. Starting in 1960 with the Under 16 NSW State Team, Albert continued to represent NSW consecutively until 1964 in the Senior Men’s state team. Returning for one year in 1969. Albert made the move to South
West Adelaide 1982 Mens Team When West Adelaide Bearcats men’s team hit the hardwood in 1982, it was the culmination of five years of work that produced South Australia’s historic first national club champion. The National Basketball League (NBL) tipped off in 1979 and the Bearcats were among its inaugural
Scott Davie Born Theodore Lisle Scott Davie on 15 February 1940, Scott Davie is a living legend of the South Adelaide Basketball Club. His legacy to the sport in general means his imminent induction into the Basketball SA Hall of Fame long has been a foregone conclusion. Launching his career
18th – 21st May 2023 South Australia’s basketball scene was set ablaze over the weekend as the highly anticipated State Championships took place. The tournament brought together talented athletes from across the state for an unforgettable display of basketball. Over the weekend, there was an undeniable buzz of excitement in
Basketball SA is thrilled to announce the signing of Seeley International as a Corporate Partner. Seeley International is an Adelaide based company and a world leader in evaporative air conditioning solutions. Their indirect evaporative solution, Climate Wizard, boasts advanced technology to cool large areas while maintaining low running costs, providing exceptional
Basketball SA is proud to announce the appointment of Bailey Dyer to the WNBL Referee Panel. The panel currently consists of five South Australian Officials. We sat down with Bailey to chat about what this appointment meant to him and the advice he would offer to aspiring officials: “This opportunity
RULE CHANGES “Throw-in foul” and removal of C5 USF (Article 34 / 37) Rule: 34.1.2 – A throw-in foul is a personal foul committed, when the game clock shows 2:00 minutes or less in the fourth quarter and in each overtime, by a defensive player on an opponent on the playing
After an extensive national search, Basketball South Australia is excited to announce the appointment of Tim Brenton as CEO. Tim joins Basketball South Australia after a successful career in the sporting industry most recently as the General Manager of Adelaide Lightning and before that as a consultant for Basketball South
Basketball SA inducted two new referees into the Basketball SA Officials Platinum League. The Platinum League is recognising outstanding dedication, contribution, development and promotion as an official, an educator and ambassador in the sport of basketball throughout South Australia. Congratulations to David Moir and Howard Nixon on being inducted into
Basketball South Australia is excited to announce the Under 16 and Under 18 Metro Coaching Staff for the 2023 High Performance Basketball Program. Congratulations to our coaches on their selection, we wish them well as they guide the next generation of South Australian talent. Jimmy Alexander 8 years coaching in
As part of the Female Participation Strategy, Basketball SA and Aboriginal Basketball Academy partnered in supporting a basketball clinic in Port Pirie celebrating NAIDOC week. Feedback – Joey Wyatt – Aboriginal Basketball Academy Mentor “Over 30 students from the surrounding area of Port Pirie, Port Augusta and Port Broughton attended.
Last month, the Co Chair of the Awards and History Committee, Geoff Weeks, had the pleasure of presenting Terry Jones of the South Adelaide Basketball Club with a Basketball SA Award of Merit. Terry has been with the South Adelaide Basketball Club for over 20 years in a variety of
For the first time in South Australia, 3×3 Pro Hustle went beachside, with NBL 3x3Hustle, and the City of Holdfast Bay hosting Australia’s finest 3×3 ballers from Saturday, May 28 to Sunday, May 29. A fantastic event that saw plenty of familiar faces from our local competitions! It was fantastic
Basketball South Australia celebrated National Volunteer Week (NVW) is Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteering, held on 16 – 22 May 2022. National Volunteer Week is a chance for all of us to celebrate and recognise the vital work of volunteers and to say thank you. Together, through volunteering, we are
Basketball SA would like to remind Clubs about some Rules of Operation for District League. These are existing rules and you may have noticed SSO’s and Officials being more consistent in applying these rules. See below relevant sections; Jewellery and piercings Section 11.5. Jewellery a) Exposed jewellery is prohibited during all
The West Adelaide Basketball Club has been granted a 2021-22 State Government Infrastructure project grant to increase basketball training facilities and build a 3×3 show court. The State Government announced the recent round of Community Recreation and Sports Facilities Program Infrastructure funding awarding the West Adelaide Basketball Club $89,400. The
The annual Adelaide Invitational Challenge basketball tournament runs from January 8-11. Find out how you can watch the action with our exclusive live stream. Daniel Renfrey and Patrick Keam2 min read January 6, 2022 – 2:18PM Live Stream Olivia Bradley thinks 2022 could be her biggest year yet and has the perfect
Basketball SA ran the first 3×3 Street Hustle event in partnership with 3x3Hustle. We had Under 12 & Under 14’s teams join for an Under 14 division and we have Under 16 & Under 18 teams join for an Under 18 division. It was great to see the mix of
Down at Wayville on Thursday Night, the top two teams for Inclusive Basketball Program J Grade competed for the Gold Medal. GRAND FINAL RESULTS: Dolphins 61 defeated Bulldogs 56 Congratulations to the Dolphins! It has been a great finals for them as they won both games! Well done to all
Basketball SA inducted two new referees into the Basketball SA Officials Platinum League. The Platinum League is recognising outstanding dedication, contribution, development and promotion as an official, an educator and ambassador in the sport of basketball throughout South Australia. Congratulations to Phil Haines on being inducted into the Basketball SA
Another basketball year has finished! There was three really great Grand Final games to finish off the season. Congratulations to everyone involved, but thank you to Andy Richards for presenting the premier medals. Great to see and have Andy back in the stadium. RESULTS: ABA Orange 21 defeated Stars 18Mavericks
Bill Musserad and Ted Coomans were given Posthumous Awards of Merit at the 2021 Referee Awards Dinner on Sunday, 28 November. Basketball SA would like to share their stories and outline their passion and enthusiasm towards the South Australian Referee Community. BILL MUSSERAD Bill was born in Gippsland, Victoria in
3x3Hustle is delighted to announce that Basketball SA has signed on as its newest licensee. As South Australia’s premier basketball organisation, Basketball SA prides itself on acting with integrity and in the best interest of the sport, supporting diversity and inclusion, celebrating achievement and challenging the status quo. South Australia
Sunday, 14 November the Ivor Burge Men’s team won the InDaily Team of the Year at the Sport SA Awards! The Ivor Burge South Australian Men Red State Team is made up of athletes with an Intellectual Disability. The team is the high-performance aspect of the Basketball SA Metro Social Basketball League
refbook will be the Officials’ Technology Partner for Basketball South Australia, providing a dynamic platform for basketball officials across the states’ centrally-appointed competitions. refbook is a cloud-based software that facilitates the management and assignment of sports officials. The online solution will provide the flexibility and functionality needed across South Australian
BASKETBALL WORLD CUP In one year today, the world’s best female basketballers will tip-off for the first game of the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2022 (FWBWC22) in Sydney. The Women’s World Cup, FIBA’s flagship women’s event, returns to Australian shores for the first time in 27 years, after the
Basketball South Australia would like to say thank you to all the Referees and Stadium Staff that helped out this weekend. We would also like to acknowledge and thank our member families who had jam packed weekends juggling multiple commitments and the ongoing dedication of all Coaches and Team Managers.
2021 Women’s Champions – Southern Tigers The Southern Tigers have held on with a bunch of clutch plays as they won the inaugural NBL1 Central Womens 87-77 over the North Adelaide Rockets at the St Clair Recreation Centre. The X-Factor for the Tigers in Bianca McCalop started with two triples
Introducing your Basketball SA Hall of Fame Inductees for 2021!
Congratulations… Allan Polkinghorne
Congratulations… Frank Angove & Lorraine Eiler
Congratulations… David Gould
Congratulations… Bryan Hennig
Congratulations… Geoff Weeks
Congratulations… North Adelaide Senior Women’s Team of 1990
South Australia will soon have a new ‘home for basketball’ thanks to a $15 million investment by the Marshall Liberal Government. The new centre will become the headquarters for the Adelaide Lightning, Basketball SA, SA Country Basketball, SA Church Basketball and SA Wheelchair Basketball. The State Basketball Centre will be
314 South Road, Richmond SA 5033
(Cnr Frederick St)
Enter via South Road
Phone: (08) 7088 0070
Postal Address: 314 South Road, Richmond SA 5033