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FDBA APRIL 2021 SCHOOL HOLIDAY SUMMARY
By FDBA
The April School Holiday period was a huge success with offerings taken up, by over 850 junior basketball participants. From camps, tournaments, and senior elite basketball there was something for everyone. Frankston Basketball’s April 2021 School Holiday Camps saw record 467 participants across both camp offerings with something running every weekday. (Recap) FDBA Basketball Development...
APRIL 2021 SCHOOL HOLIDAY CAMP RECAP
By FDBA
Frankston Basketball’s April School Holiday Camps saw record numbers of participants across both camp offerings with something running every weekday. The Slam Dunk Holiday Camp which runs every weekday of School Holidays saw 299 participants across 9 days, kids in this camp were treated to a variety of fun games and drills to help them...
NEW AUSSIE HOOPS INITIATIVES: ‘GIRLS ONLY’ & SATURDAY MORNINGS
By FDBA
Frankston Basketball are proud to offer two new initiatives for the Aussie Hoops program, a Monday afterschool ‘Girls Only’ program, and a Saturday morning session time. Just like the regular Aussie Hoops programs these sessions run for 6 weeks, starting the week starting Sunday 16th May. FDBA Basketball Development Manager Jarryd Moss spoke about the...
WINTER 2021 JUNIOR DOMESTIC SEASON UPDATE
By FDBA
Dear Members, Frankston Basketball is pleased to confirm the Winter 2021 ‘Fratelli Frankston Junior Domestic Competitions begin this week. We are thrilled to announce a new Winter record number of 594 junior teams that have registered this season. Please find the information below for our upcoming Winter 2021 ‘Fratelli Frankston junior domestic competition. Fixtures Grading...
DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS TERM 2 2021
By FDBA
Frankston Basketball is excited to open registrations for our Term 2 Development Programs, the slate of programs includes all of your favourite programs with Mini Hoops (3-5 year old’s), Aussie Hoops (5-10 year old’s) and a new and improved program that will be a blend of our former Domestic Academy and Rep Prep programs, now...
WALKING BASKETBALL
By FDBA
Frankston Basketball will once again be running a free Walking Basketball program in partnership with Basketball Victoria. The program would be completely free to any participants and will run on Thursday mornings at 11am beginning on May 20th and running for 6 weeks. If you’re not familiar with the concept of Walking Basketball but would...
APRIL 2021 3X3 STREET HUSTLE RECAP
By FDBA
Thank you to everyone who participated in our 3×3 Street Hustle event yesterday. There was some terrific action across all competitions during the day. Please stay tuned to our social media and website for our next event. FDBA Operations Manager Dion Paull spoke about the event. “This was our first 3×3 event since our return...
CASUAL SHOOTING: APRIL SCHOOL HOLIDAYS WEEK 2
By FDBA
Casual shooting at Frankston Stadium will be available from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday of the Week 2 of April School Holidays. Casual shooting is $4 per person (card only), free for Frankston Blues players.
BLUES FAMILY FUN DAY RECAP
By FDBA
Frankston Blues (FDBA) would like to thank everyone that came to our Family Fun Day clinics. We hope that all the participants learned something new and had lots of fun. FDBA Basketball Development Manager Jarryd Moss spoke about the day. “Our Family Fun Day was a great opportunity for our NBL1 players and coaches to...
ALL-DAI ANNOUNCE NEW PROGRAMS
By FDBA
The team at All-Dai Sports Performance have opened registration for their new programs; ‘Peninsula Elite Basketball Academy‘ and ‘Breakfast Club‘. Click the flyers below for further information Contact All-Dai for more information via email office@all-dai.com.au or via mobile 0409 508 841 Breakfast Club All-Dai’s Breakfast club is about coming in early in the morning, allowing...
CASUAL SHOOTING: APRIL SCHOOL HOLIDAYS WEEK 1
By FDBA
Casual shooting at Frankston Stadium will be available from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Tuesday and Thursday of the Week 1 of April School Holidays. Casual shooting is $4 per person (card only), free for Frankston Blues players.
FDBA REFEREES UPDATE (04/04/2021)
By FDBA
It has been a very busy start to the year for the refereeing group, Covid has taken its toll on our member base losing a number of referees during the shut down of competitions. Now we are back up and running again we have run 2 referee school since competitions were suspended in March 2019....
THURSDAY GRAND FINAL PREVIEWS SUMMER 2020/21
By FDBA
The following previews were written by FDBA staff member and current university student (Bachelor of Sports Media) Dylan Smith. His thoughts and opinions may not be shared by the FDBA Front Office. Thursday A Grade Men When: Thursday, 1st of April – 8:20pm Where: Frankston Basketball Stadium – Court 5 Who: Ed Sheehan & Co vs Free Willy...
VALE KEVIN GILBERT
By FDBA
The Frankston and District Basketball Association wishes to extend its sincere condolences to family and friends of esteemed FDBA Life Member Kevin Gilbert. Kevin contributed significantly to the FDBA and his contribution was recognised in 1987 with Life Membership of the FDBA. Rest in peace Kevin.
WEDNESDAY GRAND FINAL PREVIEWS SUMMER 2020/21
By FDBA
The following previews were written by FDBA staff member and current university student (Bachelor of Sports Media) Dylan Smith. His thoughts and opinions may not be shared by the FDBA Front Office. Wednesday Mixed A When: Wednesday, March 31st – 8:00pm Where: Frankston Basketball Stadium – Court 1 Who: Space Jam vs Kobe Kwan Kanobi...
TUESDAY GRAND FINAL PREVIEWS SUMMER 2020/21
By FDBA
The following previews were written by FDBA staff member and current university student (Bachelor of Sports Media) Dylan Smith. His thoughts and opinions may not be shared by the FDBA Front Office. Tuesday Men A When: Tuesday, March 30th – 7:10pm Where: Frankston Basketball Stadium – Court 5 Who: The Goonies vs Panthers Last time...
SENIOR DOMESTIC: LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER
By FDBA
Winter 2021 season team registrations have been extended to midnight Wednesday 31st March. Register your team via PlayHQ : FDBA PlayHQ Registration Portal $20 late fees will apply to all teams that register after 31st March. The season commences Tuesday 6th April.
CONGRATULATIONS ANTHONY
By FDBA
Frankston Basketball (FDBA) would like to acknowledge a special effort during the junior domestic grand final day. PBBC U8G Purple Storm and Lazer Dreams played in a terrific contest at Frankston Basketball Stadium on Saturday morning. Purple Storm’s biggest supporter is young Anthony Bromley-Conti. Anthony has global-developmental-delay and attends team training almost every week with...
MONDAY GRAND FINAL PREVIEWS SUMMER 2020/21
By FDBA
The following previews were written by FDBA staff member and current university student (Bachelor of Sports Media) Dylan Smith. His thoughts and opinions may not be shared by the FDBA Front Office. Monday Men A When: Monday, 29th of March – 7:00pm Where: Frankston Basketball Stadium – Court 1 Who: Vikings vs Titans Last time...
LIAM HARDY’S FINAL JUNIOR DOMESTIC GAME
By FDBA
FDBA would like to recognise a young basketballer within our Association. Liam Hardy last night played his last game as a junior basketball player. Liam started in Under 8s at the FDBA with the Langwarrin Wildcats and has never missed a season of basketball for the past 10 years. He leaves as the longest-serving player...
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GAME DAY GUIDE: NBL1 SOUTH 2021 ROUND 2
By FDBA
The ‘Powerade’ Frankston Blues Women and ‘Frankston RSL’ Frankston Blues Men this Saturday night will take on the Dandenong Rangers at home, following an away game against Bendigo Braves the night before. In conjunction with the Frankston Blues’ Men’s naming rights partner; Frankston RSL, the club will continue its annual tradition with local rival Dandenong...
BIG V PLAYER IN FOCUS – TORI JACKSON
By FDBA
Her family’s rich history with the club was the key ingredient that has allowed the Big V and NBL1 dribbler to connect with basketball deeper than most. Since the age of six, Jackson was taking rebounds in the heart of Frankston. “My whole basketball journey has been at Frankston,” Jackson said. “I started playing in their domestic competition on Saturday’s when I was six and then...
CHRIS SERMENO’S OPENING WORDS
By FDBA
For those that missed it Saturday night, in front of a sell-out crowd, our new MC Chris Sermeno had a few words before the night began. Alright Frankston listen up this will only take a sec To show the game of basketball some respect On all levels, our passion for the sport is the same...
NBL1 SOUTH 2021 ROUND 1 WRAP
By FDBA
NBL1 Women v. Nunawading Spectres Frankston Blues 90 def Nunawading Spectres 78 The Frankston Blues have ridden some hot outside shooting to a win in their opening match of the season, overcoming a spirited effort from Nunawading at home. It was a tight game from the outset, with the score locked at 21-21 to close...
THE PICK AND ROLL: DAVID ANDERSEN RETURNS TO FRANKSTON TO PLAY NBL1
By FDBA
The King of Frankston has returned to claim his throne. Please click here to read the original full story The career of one of Australia’s greatest ever basketball exports has come full circle. 26 years since a tall and lanky 15-year-old David Andersen last suited up for the Frankston Blues in their 1995 CBA season...
DAVID ANDERSEN RETURNS TO FRANKSTON BLUES AFTER 26 YEARS
By FDBA
Frankston Blues (FDBA) are proud to announce the return of David Andersen. A proud representative of Frankston, David first played for the Blues at age 11 in the junior program, before progressing to the senior program at just 15 years old, going on to play in the 1995 CBA (now NBL1) Grand Final. FDBA Chief...
DARCE GARBIN RE-SIGNS WITH PERTH LYNX FOR SEASON 2021/22
By FDBA
In a 2020 WNBL season that presented its challenges, Opal Darcee Garbin was a player to be reckoned with. Leading the team in minutes per game with 33.4 and ranked second in points (16.5), total rebounds (94), blocks per game (0.9) and steals (1.2) throughout the side’s roster, Garbin was a standout performer. Getting her...
GAME DAY GUIDE: NBL1 SOUTH 2021 ROUND 1
By FDBA
The ‘Powerade’ Frankston Blues Women and ‘Frankston RSL’ Frankston Blues Men are excited to welcome basketball fans back to Frankston Basketball Stadium for Saturday night’s game against the Nunawading Spectres for the opening round of the NBL1 South 2021 season. Frankston Blues home games will be played in conjunction with Victoria Health Guidelines and public...
CHRIS SERMENO TO MC UPCOMING NBL1 SOUTH SEASON
By FDBA
Frankston Blues (FDBA) would like to introduce our new Game Night Host & MC Chris Sermeno, who last week made his first appearance to the club at last week’s season launch event, MC’ing the event. Although young, Sermeno completed studies in journalism at Deakin University in 2017 and has since been working on his crafts...
BLUES FAMILY FUN DAY RECAP
By FDBA
Frankston Blues (FDBA) would like to thank everyone that came to our Family Fun Day clinics. We hope that all the participants learned something new and had lots of fun. FDBA Basketball Development Manager Jarryd Moss spoke about the day. “Our Family Fun Day was a great opportunity for our NBL1 players and coaches to...
BLUES MEN INTRA-CLUB GAME 2021
By FDBA
Last night our Senior Men’s program played their annual Blue verse White intraclub practice game, with the White team coming away with a 2 point victory (68-66) For the White team, Lachlan Barker was in fine form with a game-high 24 points. Igor Hadziomeroic contributed 22 points 8 rebounds while young Henry Peirce offered 9...
BLUES SENIOR SEASON LAUNCH 2021
By FDBA
Last night the Frankston Blues celebrated the start of the 2021 seasons of Big V Youth League and NBL1 South. Our Men’s Naming Rights Sponsor; Frankston RSL hosted an amazing event and we can’t thank them enough for the evening and their ongoing support. In what was an amazing attendance, this was the first function...
STEPH REID RE-SIGNS WITH TOWNSVILLE FIRE
By FDBA
Well done to Frankston Blues Junior Steph Reid, who has today been announced as re-signing with Townsville Fire (WNBL) for two years. “She quickly became a crowd favorite last season and we can’t wait to get her back in the Fire jersey on the court for the 2021/22 WNBL season!” – via Townsville Fire Facebook...
LAST CHANCE TO PURCHASE NBL1 SEASON MEMBERSHIPS
By FDBA
This week is your LAST CHANCE to purchase your NBL1 South 2021 Season Membership!! To purchase memberships click here: https://bit.ly/3mjLpze Season Memberships will be available for sale until the end of this week and ready for collection on the 17th April, at the first home game of the season. Memberships have been priced at $85 for Adults...
ALL-DAI ANNOUNCE NEW PROGRAMS
By FDBA
The team at All-Dai Sports Performance have opened registration for their new programs; ‘Peninsula Elite Basketball Academy‘ and ‘Breakfast Club‘. Click the flyers below for further information Contact All-Dai for more information via email office@all-dai.com.au or via mobile 0409 508 841 Breakfast Club All-Dai’s Breakfast club is about coming in early in the morning, allowing...
KERRYN MITCHELL STEPS AWAY FROM GIRLS COACHING COORDINATOR ROLE
By FDBA
We wish to advise that Kerryn Mitchell has decided to move on from the role of Frankston Blues Girls Coaching Coordinator. Kerryn will continue to coach the Frankston Blues Youth League Women’s team and will continue to coach the Frankston Blues Under 12.3 Girls. The financial pressure that has been placed on the FDBA throughout...
IGOR HADZIOMEROVIC TO CAPTAIN BLUES MEN
By FDBA
Last week Igor Hadziomerovic was voted by his peers as captain for the upcoming NBL1 South 2021 Season. He will be joined in the leadership group by Lachlan Barker and Lucas Barker, who will share vice-captain roles. FDBA CEO Wayne Holdsworth praised the hard work and leadership in the Men’s program from the past few...
LAUREN TUPLIN LEADS YOUTH LEAGUE WOMEN IN MARCH
By FDBA
The club’s Youth League Women played three games in March with a 2-1 result. Following a first game loss to Warrandyte Venom (68-88), they have defeated both Geelong United (67-55) and Eltham Wildcats (67-51). The young team has seen many players take the court at a senior representative level for the first time and features...
BLUES YOUTH LEAGUE MEN’S UNDEFEATED MARCH
By FDBA
With the Big V season well underway, our Youth League Men could not be placed any better, currently sitting on top of the ladder undefeated 4-0. With new Head Coach Ash Arnott at the helm, our Men have defeated Warrandyte Venom (87-59), Geelong United (72-68), Wyndham (122-63), and Bendigo Braves (98-69). To date, 17 players...
NBL1 WOMEN V. 16.1 BOYS PRACTICE GAME RECAP
By FDBA
Thursday night our NBL1 Women took on the club’s Under 16.1 Boys in their first game against an opponent in Frankston Basketball Stadium since the 2020 March Covid lockdowns. The Women came away with a 64-49 victory. Recently back from Australian Opals Camp in Queensland, Tessa Lavey and Darcee Garbin both joined the starting lineup. Garbin...
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The FDBA has grown from these early beginnings to be one of the biggest basketball associations in Australia, with over 850 teams competing on a weekly basis. It is an Association of which we are extremely proud and whose members are extremely grateful to all those who have contributed to its existence over the years.