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and fans cheering on their teams from the side of court, but because others were watching the game through livestream Thanks to ‘Stream Scene’, over 2,900 tuned in to see the wheelchair basketball Cup final Warriors playercoach Gary Davidson commented, “I think the camaraderie is the best part of being at the Warriors We've been able to do a lot of great things this year and winning the Scottish Cup was a fantastic achievement Going forward, this year we're hoping to stabilise our 1st team in British Wheelchair Basketball’s 1st division, and develop our youngsters in the Scottish league and play offs, having a club with members aged from thirteen to sixtynine demonstrates how the club is growing ” So, what’s next? Tina Gordon, basketballscotland’s Disability Talent & Pathways Manager, says “With external support, this has enabled us to resource the League and Play-off Finals, these events are also providing opportunities to develop a network of officials and volunteers, fostering a family feel and camaraderie amongst the clubs ” She’s right, playing wheelchair basketball, not only in Scotland but throughout the UK, is like being part of a family where despite competition, rivalries and everyone wanting to win (of course!) the friendliness and support is immeasurable It’s not only existing clubs who are taking further steps as both Stirling and Inverness are in the process of developing new clubs in their area So keep your eyes open!

If you would like to find out more about how to get involved in wheelchair basketball in your area, please contact: info@sisonline.org