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2018 Official Wheelchair Basketball Rules now available
On Tuesday, 27 November 2018 the new 2018 Official Wheelchair Basketball Rules were published by the International Wheelchair Basketball Federation (IWBF).
Matt Wells appointed Referee Commissioner for NWBL and WNWBL
A past referee, educator and advocate for wheelchair basketball, Matt Wells has been appointed as the referee commissioner for Australia's national wheelchair leagues, the NWBL and WNWBL.
Wells' involvement in the sport of wheelchair basketball has spanned over 20 years including refereeing at three Paralympics.
Are you the Rollers next Head Coach?
Basketball Australia is on the hunt for a new Head Coach for the Aussie Rollers men's Wheelchair Basketball team.
The Rollers have enjoyed success at Paralympic and World Championship level (current back to back World Champions) and the men's Wheelchair program includes an U23 National team (Spinners). The Rollers Head coach will have an influential role in both programs.
Be Active Western Stars shine brightest at WNWBL Finals
The 2016 Women’s National Wheelchair Basketball League (WNWBL) concluded last weekend with the Be Active Western Stars completing a clean sweep during the finals weekend to secure the 2016 Championship.
2016 Australian Under-18 Championships and Kevin Coombs Cup
The Under-18 Australian Junior Championships and Kevin Coombs Cup will be up for grabs this weekend as the competitions tip-off in Forestville, South Australia from April 16-23.
Continuing the vital pathway for junior basketball athletes in Australia, the Under-18's holds great significance and is a brilliant showcase for the sport.
National Wheelchair Basketball League (NWBL) Round 1 Review
Season 2016 for the NWBL kicked off in Newcastle over the weekend with five of the six teams in the competition recording at least one victory in the Cluster Round.
Defending champions Kilsyth Cobras went 3-1 for the weekend, taking care of Red Dust in a replay of last year’s Grand Final on Friday night.
Australian Gliders take third place in Osaka Cup
While the world was wooed for Valentine's Day, the Australian Gliders were busy spreading the love at the 2016 International Wheelchair Basketball Friendship Games Osaka Cup.
Australian Gliders named ahead of 2016 Osaka Cup
Departing on February 8, the Australian Gliders will head to Japan for the Osaka Cup from February 9-14, a tournament intended to be an opportunity for new players to announce themselves within the Gliders squad.