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🏀 Rising Stars Squad Announcement 🌟

Wyndham Basketball is thrilled to announce the athletes who have been selected for the Rising Stars Squad!

A huge congratulations to every player who made the list. Your hard work, dedication, and passion for the game have truly paid off. Being part of the Rising Stars Squad marks an exciting milestone , it’s the first step in your journey as a junior representative athlete and a chance to develop your skills, teamwork, and leadership both on and off the court.

Please click the attached file to view the full list of selected athletes and confirm your place in the program.

We’re excited to see each of you continue to grow, learn, and represent Wyndham Basketball with pride in the seasons ahead. Keep pushing forward , your journey is just beginning!

#WyndhamBasketball #JuniorRep #YouthBasketball #RisingStars

Wyndham Basketball is pleased to announce the appointment of MATT STEPHENS as Head Coach of the State Championship Women and BRIAN ROLPH as Head Coach of Youth League Men for the upcoming 2026 season.

Having guided the Youth Women in 2025, when the position for SCW was advertised, Matt saw the opportunity and applied.

“We’ve started laying the foundations for the 2026 season with open runs with the Youth Women and Senior players, and we know we’ll need to build steadily towards competing in 2026. We are excited to face that challenge while continuing to give Wyndham pathway players the chance to represent Wyndham in Big V and make an impact.” Stephens said.

“We are excited that Matt is taking on the role as Head Coach of our Senior Women’s team in 2026. Matt was an integral part of 2025 Big V season and it’s always a success when we can promote within the Association.” said Leigh Bellingham (WBA Representative Chairperson).

BRIAN ROLPH joins Wyndham Basketball as Head Coach for the first time. With a strong coaching and playing background along with experience across the Big V landscape, Wyndham see Coach Rolph proving leadership, and guidance to the Youth Men moving forward. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to join the club for 2026 and lead the Youth Men” Rolph said. Focusing on the integration with the U18 VJBL and the Senior Men’s Program (under coach Stuart McMurray) as an essential building block in consolidating the pathway for our players.

🏀 VJBL Team Selections for 2025/2026 Announced!

Wyndham Basketball is excited to announce the official VJBL Team Selections for the 2025/2026 season!
This year’s selection process has been incredibly competitive, showcasing the hard work, skill, and dedication of all players who participated in tryouts.

We congratulate every athlete who has earned their place in the VJBL program and thank all players and families for their continued commitment and passion for basketball.

You can view the full team roster by age group through the links below 👇
Each document includes the list of selected players for every division.

Let’s make the 2025/2026 season one to remember , filled with growth, teamwork, and great basketball moments. 💛💙

#WyndhamBasketball #VJBL #TeamSelections #CommunityBasketball

VJBL Presentation Day: Celebrating Our Award Winners!

On our VJBL Presentation Day, we celebrated some truly amazing individuals as the season came to a close!
We’re proud to announce this year’s top awardees:

• Adam Self Award: Ragge Abeil

• Kevin Hornblower Award: Charlotte Goodfellow

• Female Coach of the Year: Renee Dayao

• Male Coach of the Year: Ken Kirkham

• Coach Encouragement Award: Brady Butler

🌟 Congratulations to all our VJBL award winners! 🌟
This season was full of talent, growth, and teamwork — and these awards highlight just how special our players are. We’re so proud of every single athlete who gave their all on and off the court.

See the full list of this year’s award recipients below 🏀🔥
Photos can be viewed via the link below.
👉 Click here to see the photos

TEAM	MVP – 200mm	Wyndham Way -175mm	Most Improved – 175mm
12.1 Boys	Takudzwa Bere	Ryder Flahive	Kingston Richards
12.1 Girls	Uche ‘Emma’ Essumei	Indi Stephens	Islah Berryman
12.2 Boys	Rylan Ingram	Ivan Karawa	Lachlan Dunne
12.2 Girls	Maureen (Blaire) Nebril	Giselle Anderson	Mercy Abeil
12.3 Boys	Jake Salter	Joseph Carreno Douglas	Toni Joseph
12.3 Girls	Ava Archibald	Chloe Muscat	Nandikaa Selvakumar
12.4 Boys	Mitchell Schwind	Alexander Ursu	Axel Quiambao
12.5 Boys	Nate Jones	Jye Silcock	Wynn Vinijpol
12.6 Boys	Andy Jiang	Viaan Puthiya kunnon	Hendrix Te Haara
14.1 Boys	Jackson Koningen	Aiden D’Amelio	Alexzander Taplin
14.1 Girls	Chidinma Udoka-Okoro	Kyrie Mernone	Aleeah Yeoell
14.2 Boys	Oliver Ingham	Joshua Aidone	Fraser Camilleri
14.2 Girls	Hasanat Shazali	Quinn Nolan	Ruby Johansson
14.3 Boys	Sam Gillam	Nate De Guzman	Harrison Vandy
14.3 Girls	Poppy Velinos	Laila Jenner	Te Ohomairangi Puketapu-Harmer
14.4 Boys	Benaiah Anini	Kyle Gitonga	Cole Allander
14.4 Girls	Indi-rose Clark	Leah Antonello	Sophie Duckett
14.5 Boys	Travis Driver	Johaan John Mathew	Jeremiah Ogaji
14.5 Girls	Thinuli Wickramasinghe	Liana Santi	Liza Fuller
14.6 Boys	Tegveer Singh	Viktor Stolic	Brandon Setiawan
16.1 Boys	Dallas Reed	Bentley Veitch	Andrew Makour
16.1 Girls	Eveleen Sachdeva	Phoenix Jarosz	Georgie Myers
16.2 Boys	Mason Cooke	Elias Mernone	Chace Hall
16.2 Girls	Samantha Perillo	Sienna Winterhalter	Monica Peter
16.3 Boys	Ezekia Vosa	Toni Brnada	Daniel Tachie-Menson
16.3 Girls	Senuri Ratnayaka	Zoya Sandhu	Canada Onyango
16.4 Boys	Jack Woods	Ajang Lual	Nate Slattery
16.5 Boys	Jonathan Kyungu	Lachlan Munton	Ryder Tuia
16.6 Boys	Hayden Skewes	Emjay Johnson	Lewis Koroneos
18.1 Boys	Emmanuel Majak	Tyrese Kuridu	Dau Yak
18.1 Girls	Agull Majok	Arden Bryant	Destiny Tamarua
18.2 Boys	Dhelbeny Maluach	Gavin landicho	Maui Timothy
18.2 Girls	Achan Mbouk	Sarah Tipping	Dhriti Amin
18.3 Boys	Michel Nimi	Liam Ward	Muhammad Rayan Razali
18.4 Boys	Harry Jordan	Noah Trembath	Gong John

Introducing E.D.G.E.: Your Next Level Starts Here!

Wyndham Basketball is thrilled to launch E.D.G.E., our new foundational skills program for VJBL players! Designed to help you Evolve, Develop, Grow, and Excel, E.D.G.E. offers an elite 8:1 player-to-coach ratio, focusing on skill development in the rep space.

Join us for 10 weeks of targeted growth, every Thursday morning (6:30 AM- 7:30 AM) at Eagle Stadium, starting July 24th until September 18th!

· Week 1: Confidence Through Control

· Week 2: Triple Threat & Shot Preparation

· Week 3: Attack the Lane – First Step Focus

· Week 4: On-Ball Defense & Disruption

· Week 5: Vision & Spacing Without the Ball

· Week 6: Playing in Pairs (2-Player Actions)

· Week 7: Rebounding, Boxing Out & Second Effort

· Week 8: Scoring on the Move

· Week 9: Play to Decision – Live Reads

· Week 10: Skill Circuits & 1v1 Challenges

DISCLAIMER THIS PROGRAM IS FOR VJBL PLAYERS ONLY

#WyndhamBasketball #VJBLDevelopment #FutureStars #BasketballExcellence

Wyndham Basketball Association (WBA) is taking a proactive step to ensure a safer, more welcoming environment across its competitions and events with the launch of a 12-month Body Worn Camera (BWC) trial. Beginning on June 2, the initiative will see authorised Competition Supervisors and WBA Executive Team Members wearing BWC during senior domestic competitions on Monday and Wednesday evenings at Eagle Stadium.

The trial, developed in consultation with key stakeholders including Western Leisure Services, Wyndham City Council, and Basketball Victoria, aims to reduce antisocial behaviour and support safer community sport. The BWCs will only be activated when necessary, in public spaces, and patrons will be notified when recording begins.

Strict protocols have been put in place to protect the privacy of players, staff, and spectators, ensuring all footage is managed in line with legal requirements. Clear signage, staff training, and online communications will keep the community informed throughout the trial.

WBA and WLS will assess the impact of the trial and use the findings to guide future decisions. For more details, click here or contact the association directly at (03) 9742 5440 or info@wyndhambasketball.com.

The Wyndham Disability Connection Expo is back and ready to help those living with a disability feel more connected with the wider community.People with disabilities, their families, carers and support persons will have the opportunity to connect with support services in the area, as well as meet other people living with disability.

Guests will be able to acquaint themselves with resources that may help them gain employment skills, refer them to the most suitable health clinicians and discover social opportunities. Kylie Bozanic runs the Wyndham All Abilities Basketball club, and has been involved in the planning of the expo for the past 12 months.

“The day is more so to connect people with the providers, but then also people with disabilities can find activities and respite options as well,” she said.

“Without knowing where to actually find these services, they can be very hard to locate.”

Ms. Bozanic said programs such as all abilities basketball, which will feature at the expo, can make a world of difference in the life of someone with disabilities.

“It’s a sense of belonging, and it becomes part of their routine which means they can become better connected with the community,” she said.

“They have somewhere they belong and can really make friends out it.”

This event is open to everyone, those with lived experience of disability, NDIS participants, and those not NDIS supported. The expo will run at the Encore Event’s Centre in Hoppers Crossing between 10am-3pm on Thursday, May 29.

Tickets: events.humanitix.com/wdsnexpo25

Wyndham Basketball is proud to announce that NBL star DJ Vasiljevic will be hosting an exclusive Basketball Showcase during the Term 2 School Holidays.

Currently playing for the Adelaide 36ers, DJ brings a wealth of professional and international experience, offering young players a rare chance to train with one of the best in the game.

What to Expect

High-level, game-like drills designed to sharpen on-court performance
Competitive gameplay sessions to apply and test skills
Exciting giveaways including:
- 1 x Step One tee
- 2 x Step One underwear
- $15 Wilson voucher

Session Times

U12/U14: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
U16/U18: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Spots are limited, so secure yours now via TryBooking

About DJ Vasiljevic

From record-breaking college stats to championship success in the NBL, Dejan “DJ” Vasiljevic has earned a reputation as a lethal shooter and elite competitor.

College Career – University of Miami (USA)

Set the freshman record with 51 made three-pointers
Averaged 9.3 points and 2.5 rebounds per game
Ranked second in school history for made threes (272)
Scored 1,271 career points, placing 21st all-time at Miami

Professional Career Highlights

Sydney Kings (2020–2023)

Averaged 15.4 points per game in his debut NBL season
Helped the Kings win back-to-back championships in 2022 and 2023
Scored 42 points with 10 three-pointers in a standout 2023 game

NBA Summer League

Played for the Phoenix Suns (2022)
Played for the Washington Wizards (2023) and later signed an Exhibit 10 contract Adelaide 36ers (2023–Present)
Signed a three-year extension in January 2024
Scored 32 points with 10 three-pointers in a January 2025 performance

NBL1 Participation

Played for Diamond Valley Eagles and Waverley Falcons
Currently playing for Forestville Eagles

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to train alongside an NBL pro and take your game to the
next level, and keep an eye on our socials for more upcoming events.

Wyndham Basketball is proud to continue supporting inclusive sport across our community. With the return of several popular programs this term, the courts have been buzzing with energy, friendship, and fun.

All Abilities Basketball

All Abilities Basketball resumed on Tuesday, 29 April, and it was fantastic to see familiar faces back on court, laughing, playing, and reconnecting after the holidays. Teammates caught up over stories from the break, while several new participants joined in to experience All Abilities Basketball for the first time.

We also proudly entered a Wyndham team in the Bacchus Marsh Specialist Hoops Tournament this April. The team secured three wins and finished as runners-up in the grand final. A huge congratulations to our dedicated players and coach Natalie for their incredible performance and teamwork.

Walking Basketball

Walking Basketball is back in full swing at Wyndham. It’s been great to see players of all ages enjoying friendly games and catching up over a cuppa afterwards. This social and low-impact format welcomes participants aged 35 to 82, making it a fun and inclusive option for staying active.

Wyndham also entered two teams in the Eltham Walking Basketball Tournament, achieving five total wins on the day. A big shout-out to all players who represented Wyndham with outstanding teamwork and spirit.

Wheelchair Basketball

Our wheelchair basketball program is running weekly on Tuesdays, from 4:00 pm to 4:40 pm, on Court 4. This inclusive session is open to anyone with or without disability and is perfect for beginners. If you’re looking to try something new, build skills and have fun, come along and give it a go.

https://wyndhambasketball.com/

Discover Wyndham Basketball’s exciting Term 3 Programs! We offer something for athletes of all skill levels, from Aussie Hoops to the elite WEST program.

Join us for a fantastic opportunity to enhance your basketball skills and enjoy the game this term!