Wheelchair BasketballBasketball Victoria is the custodian for wheelchair basketball in Victoria. Wheelchair Basketball is played by over 80 Countries, is a Paralympic Sport and is one of the most popular sports for athletes with a disability. |
Hoops is for everyone! A number of associations across Victoria offer 'hoops for wheelies!' (wheelchair basketball) with participation opportunities, competitions and events for fun and health benfits or that integrate into pathways that engage and develop players, coaches, officials, administrators and volunteers across the sport. Opportunities are available for all people to engage with this part of our sport particularly those with:
(e.g. chronic conditions that prevent people from participating in their chosen sport). This page serves as a guide for discovering available wheelchair basketball opportunities across Victoria. With programs to suit all abilities, whether you are new to wheelchair basketball or have previous experience, we are here to assist you with finding the right fit for you. If you are uncertain about where to start and which opportunity is right for you, please fill out the New Participant Contact Form below and a member of our team will contact you to discuss which opportunities will be best tailored to your needs. |
PathwayState Development Program The State Development Program (SDP) is to ensure that the next generation of wheelchair basketball players who have the ability and attitude to excel in an elite environment are identified, developed and nurtured. Open to male and female athletes across Victoria the program aims to support our elite players and coaches to successfully perform at state, national and international level. Delivered through a series of camps held in both Regional and Metropolitan Victoria nominations for the program are open to athletes on an ongoing basis. |
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Wheelchair Basketball Programs
These community-based programs offer a supportive and social environment for anyone interested in playing Wheelchair Basketball. Led by experienced coaches, they are designed to accommodate all skill levels and provide a balanced approach of learn and play.
Name of Program |
Where |
More Information |
Bacchus Marsh Wheelchair Basketball |
Bacchus Marsh Leisure Centre - 5 Labilliere St, Maddingley VIC 3340 |
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Ballarat Wheelchair Basketball |
Selkirk stadium - 989 Norman St, Wendouree VIC 3355 |
https://www.ballaratbasketball.com/wheelchair-basketball-come-and-join/ |
Bendigo Wheelchair Basketball |
Red Energy Arena - 91 Inglis street, |
https://bendigobasketball.com.au/school-wheelchair-basketball/ |
Diamond Valley Wheelchair Basketball |
44 Civic Dr, Greensborough VIC 3088 |
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Frankston Wheelchair Basketball |
90 Bardia Ave, Seaford VIC 3196 |
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Kilsyth Wheelchair Basketball |
Kilsyth Sports Centre - 115 Liverpool Rd, Kilsyth VIC 3137 |
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Parallel Sports Wheelchair Basketball |
Try Boys Basketball Stadium - 501 Ryrie St, East Geelong VIC 3219 |
https://www.parallelsports.org/participate/activities-available |
Shepparton Wheelchair Basketball |
Shepparton Sports Stadium - 120 Numurkah Rd, Shepparton VIC 3630 |
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Western Port Wheelchair Basketball |
Somerville Recreation and Community Centre - 14 Edward St, Somerville VIC 3912 |
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Wodonga Wolves Wheelchair Basketball |
Wodonga Sports & Leisure Centre - Hedgerow Ct, West Wodonga VIC 3690 |
https://www.wodongabasketballassociation.com.au/wheelchair-basketball |
Women's and Girls Development Program |
The Hanger, 275 Melrose Dr, Melbourne Airport VIC 3045 |
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd_FCcI-R-mjk07Qm1jH5ckwh1gw5LBC1xPncVYGTq7DyS73g/viewform |
Wyndham Wheelchair Basketball |
Eagle Stadium - Ballan Road, Werribee, 3030
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Wheelchair Basketball Competitions
Name of Competition |
Competition Overview |
Where |
More Information |
Geelong Wheelchair Basketball |
Competitive wheelchair basketball league for all abilities. |
Try Boys Basketball Stadium - 501 Ryrie St, East Geelong VIC 3219 |
https://www.geelongunitedbasketball.com.au/competitions/wheelchair-basketball |
Kilsyth Premier Wheelchair Competition |
Competitive wheelchair basketball league for competent to advanced players. |
Kilsyth Sports Centre - 115 Liverpool Rd, Kilsyth VIC 3137 |
https://www.kilsythbasketball.com.au/premier-wheelchair-competition/ |
State Team: Kevin Coombs CupThe Kevin Coombs Cup is the Australian Junior Championship for wheelchair basketball. State teams representing Basketball Victoria are selected to compete at the annual National Junior Championships. These championships present the only opportunity for junior wheelchair basketballers to represent their state in a National Championship. The age groups for the Kevin Coombs Cup are based on international junior wheelchair basketball age groups; Under-23 for Males and Under-25 for Females |
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