ROUND 11 NBL1 Booklets _ Digital by elthamwildcats

SEASON 2025 Round 11

Game Preview

Excitement is building as NBL1 South action returns to Montmorency Secondary College, marking the start of the crucial run home to the finals! With just five weeks left in the regular season, every game counts, and your Wildcats are ready to put on a show for the home crowd each and every week.

Stay tuned, there may even be a special announcement soon about an extra opportunity to catch the action live!

Your Air Fusion NBL1 Men are coming off two losses, but the boys are fired up and ready to bounce back with a win against Keilor this week. With a string of home games ahead, the team is focused and determined to fight for victory and keep their finals hopes alive. Now’s the time to rally behind them as they push toward a big finish to the season.

Tonight, your Quest Bundoora NBL1 Women take on Keilor in what promises to be a fiercely contested game. Coming off last weekend with one win and one loss, the team is determined to bounce back and secure another victory against a top side. Wildcat members are encouraged to rally behind the team and help fuel their drive for success tonight!

Margherita Pizza Delivery – How to Order

Choose from the following options:

Margherita

Hawaiian

Mexican

Available in Large: $25

How to Order

Meat Lovers

BBQ Chicken

Vegetarian

1.Message 0490 752 941 your pizza (selected from the list above) your First and Last Name and ‘Eltham Wildcats’

2.You’ll receive a message when your pizza is on its way.

3.Pay on arrival at the delivery table in the hall.

Order Times

Women’s Game

Ordering opens: 6:00 PM

Ordering closes: 6:15 PM

Pizzas should arrive during half-time or the start of the third quarter

Men’s Game

Ordering opens: 8:00 PM

Ordering closes: 8:15 PM

Pizzas should arrive during half-time or the start of the third quarter

Need Help?

Call Margherita Pizzas on 9434 4980

Please note: There is a limit on how many pizzas can be ordered, so get in early.

SATURDAY

MAR 29th

Home Opener

SATURDAY

APR 26th

ANZAC Round

SUNDAY

MAY4TH

SATURDAY

JUN 21ST

SATURDAY

JUN 28TH

SATURDAY

JUL 5TH

First Nations Round

SATURDAY Pride Round

MAY 24TH

SUNDAY

JUL 13TH

FRIDAY

MAY 31ST

SATURDAY Heritage Round

SATURDAY

JUN 14TH

JUL 18TH

Mental Health Round

Quest Bundoora NBL1 Women Team

HC: Matt Bongetti

AC: Hunter Santamaria, Debbie Coulson, Carly Stones

TM: Jodi Vine

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Lil Dart

Eleanor Trout

Charlotte Ogier

Taylah Short Rebecca Pizzey

Emily Maltezos

Lily Scanlon Kennedy Dickie Jayde Cadee

Kayla Salmons

Air Fusion NBL1 Men Team

HC: Craig Stratford

AC: Chris Cameron, Steve Smith, Rod Degenhardt, Dean Gluyas

TM: Jodi Vine

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Sam Whelan

Josh Sykes Harry Stones Zahn Agosta

Sam Short Gabe Hadley ac Anderson

Zak Cunningham

Mitch McCarro

Ovie Magbegor

achlan Wood

Mitch Blackburn

ABOUT US

The Eltham Wildcats Basketball Club began with humble origins, emerging from basketball activities at Eltham High School. After a series of informal games against various schools, the club entered its first two teams into an official competition the Presbyterian Men’s Basketball Association during the winter season of 1965.

Since then, the Wildcats have grown into a thriving basketball community, now catering to over 7,500 participants of all ages and skill levels. Our operations are supported by a small team of full-time and casual employees, along with a dedicated network of volunteers who are the backbone of our club.

We are committed to providing pathways for players, coaches, technical officials, and administrators through a structured development framework. This includes:

Beginner programs for those new to the sport

Junior domestic Wildcat teams competing in the EDJBA

Junior championship teams competing in the VJBL

Local adult competitions running Monday to Thursday nights

Elite-level men and women teams competing in Basketball Victoria’s Big V Youth (U23) competitions and the NBL1 South Competition, where our NBL1 Men’s team claimed the 2024 championship.

Beyond the court, our club exists to serve the community by offering opportunities for recreation, enjoyment, and the pursuit of excellence welcoming everyone, regardless of age, gender, or ability.

A highlight of our legacy is our annual January tournament, which we have hosted for over 50 years. Since 1996, we have partnered with the Dandenong Basketball Association to make this the largest junior basketball tournament in the world, drawing teams from across Australia and New Zealand. In 2025, we set a new record with 1,804 teams and over 18,724 players participating.

In 2025, we proudly celebrate 60 years of Eltham Wildcats Basketball 60 years of competition, growth, and community. As we look to the future, we remain committed to fostering a love for the game and providing opportunities for all.

PLAYER SPOTLIGHT

Age: 25

Height: 6'6

Position: Forward

Number: 13

Favourite Shoe: 13 and Devin Bookers

Guilty Pleasure Show: Prison Break

Favourite Pasta Shape: Spiral

Idol Growing up: My Mother

Favourite Cuisine: Soul food

XavierBledson

COURTSIDE CHALLENGE

Word Search

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CHARLOTTE LACHLAN

KENNEDY PIZZEY XAVIER

WHELAN SHORT EMILY

KAYLA JAYDE SYKES

MITCH JULIA OVIE

GABE ZAHN DART ZAK

Eltham Wellbeing Program

Rachel Morgan Welfare Committee Chair

welfare@elthamwildcats.net.au

Sophie Foote Wellbeing Officer

wellbeing@elthamwildcats.net.au

If you or someone you know needs any support, please reach out to our team. We are here for you.

Eltham Wildcats Basketball Club acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woiwurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land on which we are privileged to operate.

We respect their cultures, identities, and ongoing connection to Country. Eltham Basketball Club is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and safe environment for all, free from discrimination, regardless of ethnicity, faith, gender, or sexual orientation.