NSW BASKETBALL STARS MAKE THEIR MARK AT THE 2024 PARIS PARALYMPICS

Paralympics
Written by Jaylee Ismay
20 September, 2024

As the curtain closes on the 2024 Paris Paralympics, Basketball NSW proudly celebrates the remarkable achievements of our representatives who played integral roles throughout the Games. Their commitment to excellence has not only elevated their respective disciplines but also highlighted the depth of talent within NSW on a global platform.

A special congratulations to the Australian Rollers for their commendable 5th place finish, with NSW making significant contributions both on and off the court.

Officials

  • Matt Wells – Referee Supervisor

Athletes

  • Tristan Knowles – Rollers
  • Luke Pople – Rollers
  • Bill Latham – Rollers

Coaching staff:

  • Brett Stibners – Assistant Coach Rollers
  • Darren Allie – Assistant Coach Rollers

Basketball NSW extends its heartfelt appreciation to these outstanding individuals. Their professionalism and dedication have brought immense pride to our community, and we eagerly anticipate their ongoing contributions to the sport, both locally and internationally.

Want to get involved in Wheelchair Basketball?

State Performance Program Trials: 

The Basketball NSW Wheelchair State Performance Program (SPP) serves to identify, develop, and foster the skills of young athletes with classifiable limitations who aspire to compete at state, national and international levels of wheelchair basketball. Basketball NSW believes that the establishment of a direct pathway for athletes in the SPP into the State Team Program will improve the quality of State Team performance into the future.

The program is designed to develop individual skills and learn team concepts which will enable participants to compete successfully at the National Championships and on the International level. 

The SPP 2024/2025 Program for Wheelchair Athletes ages are as follows:

  • Boys Under 12-Under 23 (Born between 2003 – 2012)
  • Girls Under 12-Under 25 (Born between 2001 – 2012)

Click HERE to find out more information.

If you would like to learn more about the GTK Waratah Wheelchair League Powered by Spalding, and participate in this exciting game as a player, coach, official or volunteer click HERE