Wyndham will be among the teams for the inaugural Victorian Wheelchair Basketball League.
The league will have mixed-gender teams and welcome able-bodied athletes, creating an inclusive space for both experienced and emerging players.
Athletes will have the opportunity to play in a highly competitive, supportive environment that celebrates skill development, sportsmanship, and the love of the game.
Basketball Victoria said the league represents a significant step forward for inclusive, high-performance basketball for Victoria.
Wyndham is among six teams in the inaugural competition with Bendigo, Frankson, Geelong, Kilsyth and Diamond Valley.
The 2025 season tips off on September 13 in Bendigo, with additional rounds hosted by Geelong (September 20), Kilsyth (October 4) and the State Basketball Centre (October 11).
Its focus is on bridging the gap between introductory clinics and elite competition, the league provides a structured, state-level platform for wheelchair athletes to grow and compete
Basketball Victoria’s diversity and inclusion manager Sheena Atkins said the competition is a major milestone for the sport.
“It’s not just about growing the game – it’s about strengthening the athlete pathway and providing more competitive opportunities at every level.”
Wyndham Basketball Association general manager Jason Kelly said the association was excited to have a team in the inaugural season.
“It’s much needed and it’s nice to have a side this side of the West Gate Bridge, a western suburbs,” he said.
“It offers extra ways people can get involved in the sport. We work hard in the inclusive space and have some high level coaches in the wheelchair space.
“Damian Duke and Jason Bryant have both been involved in the state programs and will we lean on them heavily.”
Kelly said they would look to have tryouts in the coming weeks for the team as well as put together a coaching team. Information will be on the club’s socials.
He said those who want to play at a higher level or want to get involved in the sport for the first time were welcome.
