ROUND 4 NBL1 Booklet_Digital

2025 Round 4

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Welcome to Round 4 of NBL1 action!

This week is ANZAC Round and our Wildcat teams face off against Nunawading Spectres on Friday night and the Ballarat Miners on Saturday for our second home game for the season!

Our Wildcats have both started 1-2 through their first 3 games, but with some late additions the teams are going to look to turn it around quickly and push for a top 4 position.

Your Wildcats Men welcomed new import Xavier Bledson before the Easter break. He’s played 2 away games where he lead the way with some great performances. He is looking forward to his first home game.

Your Wildcats Women picked up their first win in their last game vs Mt Gambier leading early in the game by as much as 33 points! Canadian Import Kennedy Dickie lead the way in this one with 21 points and 13 rebounds.

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

Lil Dart

Taylah Short

Rebecca Pizzey

Emily Maltezos

Eleanor Trout

Lily Scanlon Kennedy Dickie

Jayde Cadee

Kayla Salmons

Charlotte Ogier Marley Pascoe

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

Sam Alexander Zac Anderson

Zak Cunningham

Mitch McCarron

Ovie Magbegor

Xavier Bledson

Lachlan Wood

Mitch Blackburn

Ballarat Miners NBL1 Women

Ballarat Miners

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.