QABL Off-season

[Mr bEn]

All off-season discussion goes here.

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QABL 2007 Awards

Men’s MVP- John Fitzgerald – Maroochydore Clippers
Women’s MVP- Jade Kennedy – Cairns Dolphins
Women’s MVP- Megan Michael – Logan Thunder

Youth Player of the Year- Dwayne Vale – Cairns Marlins
Youth Player of the Year- Jessica Wallis – South West Metro

Development League Men’s MVP- Cain Paranihi – South West Metro
Development League Women’s MVP- Gabby Walk – Brisbane Capitals

Referee of the Year - Toni Caldwell
Rookie Referee of the Year - Megan Rickertt
Referee Recognition of Service - Ray Highfield

[Colonel Klink]

QABL 2007 Awards

Men’s MVP- John Fitzgerald – Maroochydore Clippers
Women’s MVP- Jade Kennedy – Cairns Dolphins
Women’s MVP- Megan Michael – Logan Thunder

Youth Player of the Year- Dwayne Vale – Cairns Marlins
Youth Player of the Year- Jessica Wallis – South West Metro

Development League Men’s MVP- Cain Paranihi – South West Metro
Development League Women’s MVP- Gabby Walk – Brisbane Capitals

Referee of the Year - Toni Caldwell
Rookie Referee of the Year - Megan Rickertt
Referee Recognition of Service - Ray Highfield

Congrats to all winners of the major awards for the past season. Fitzy was/is a machine and thoroughly deserves his NBL contract for the next season. Well done all

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all star 5 mentions??

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I hear that Bruce palmer will be coaching Caps next season

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so does anyone know what is happening with the qabl structure next season??

is it too early to say??

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I know its early but any player movements or rumours been floating around

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Rhys Martin suited up for Rocky against Utah a little while back. Maybe that means they are trying to get him for next season.

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come on people give me the all star 5... i no fitzy made it but who else?

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come on people give me the all star 5... i no fitzy made it but who else?

Not sure how to add a link in a message so paste this link into your browser:

Mens:
http://www.qabl.basketball.net.au/fs_newsitem.asp?id=73821&orgID=126&Oname=Queensland+Australian+Basketball+League&O1c=1&O10c=5

Womens:
http://www.qabl.basketball.net.au/fs_newsitem.asp?id=73782&orgID=126&Oname=Queensland+Australian+Basketball+League&O1c=1&O10c=5

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Ahh, ok... The board links it automatically... Cool..

[Rumor Mill]

MVP Heat- Andrew Goodwin
MVP Flames- Rachael Flanagan
MVP under 23- Matt Rees
Elsie Gleeson award for under 23 player of the Heat team- Luke Cann
Elsie Gleeson award for under 23 player of the Flames team- Aroon Edgar
Norma Connolly Players Player Award for Flames- Simone Page

[Mr bEn]

Fitzy is still not listed on the NBL or Slingers sites.

Is he going to be suiting up tonight against Melbourne?

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He'd have to be suiting up (barring injury) wouldn't he? It's in Singapore so the dev guys (unless they've got more than 2) should at least suit up if not actually get on the court.

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All off-season discussion goes here.

John Fitzgerald makes his pro debut tonight.
Best of luck mate

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PLAYER MIN FGM-A 3GM-A FTM-A OFF DEF TOT AST PF STL TO BLK PTS EFF
John Fitzgerald 14:46 1-2 1-1 1-4 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 4 0

[Bogga]

was good to see rhys martin get a run last night as well.

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All off-season discussion goes here.

Do you need to re-register?

[b j p]

Yes you will need to re-register. We've gone with a totally new board which did not allow the transfer of previous accounts.

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Slingers only suited up 8 players yesterday:

PLAYER MIN FGM-A 3GM-A FTM-A OFF DEF TOT AST PF STL TO BLK PTS
John Fitzgerald 12:12 0-1 0-0 0-0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0

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Positions available:

Ippy
BBI
Caloundra
Gladstone
Bundy

I am sure there will be more to come....

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Ive heard BP will be coaching the caps too.

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Ive heard BP will be coaching the caps too.

How does Vdogg feel about that ???

[Crazy Horse]

How does Vdogg feel about that ???

Nice guy but you could hardly keep him in that position if BP was available and after the season they had last year.

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Any tips or rumours on who will or will not be coaching in 2008?

[Freddybears]

I think that when the structure gets finally nailed, and coaches and "conferences" get announced more rumours will start to fly about who is going where. Judging on last year's rumours - we can expect about 5% of them to be correct. Hopefully we get to know the structure early, so some planning can be done. Does anyone know if there is going to be a pre-season QABL tournament ala Ipswich in 2007? I think 2008 might see the emergence of some of the young guns around the state - there will be significant "retirements" among the veterans in both mens and womens league - this will make it exciting I think. The standard of the league jumped markedly last season - look out for interstate recruits to filter into the league with new NBL, WNBL teams and SD in SEABL..we can expect more Mexicans

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i'v heard a few rumours... Power Suns an Bulls to leave due to financial reasons... Rocky is gettin an extra million to spend on players...Clippers to start paying their players next season.. Ippy looking to make some big moves in the comp... Jawai for Rookie of the year in NBL.. 2 big name mexicans to play for Power next year... TIG to change identities an keep us amused for another season... more nameless ballbags to come on an bag ppl simply cos they can.. well the last one is obviously correct but no real basis to any of the others... but seeing as i hadn't posted on the new updated site as yet thought the time had come..

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Nice guy but you could hardly keep him in that position if BP was available and after the season they had last year.


why would Palmer want to coach in a league he doesn't rate?
stick with V-Dogg.. he's caps through and through

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I also was told that the master coach geoff tarrent put in for the caps head coach position and I think that will be a great move because the man puts in hours of work at the Gbl level imagine what he would do in aba. great coach great passion but tough to get the spot over BP.


crack

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seems it will be the brisbane spartans with the rumors of all spartans players following bp across the river including staff and management. intersting times ahead for spartans if it's true?

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seems it will be the brisbane spartans with the rumors of all spartans players following bp across the river including staff and management. intersting times ahead for spartans if it's true?
But wasnt that the plan all along?
Didn't I read on here some time ago that Spartans were going to become a super "cashed up club of BBI" and that all juniors would "access the State system through either BBI or Spartans?"
Seems like the "plan", with B.P. as the major chess piece in both Clubs and BQ's junior elite programs, is about right on schedule.

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Any body involved in next weeks police ball games held in brisbane

[Agent]

So i have heard Daniel Simanic is back from a training camp in Germany, had try-outs with 2 teams, went well looking to stay on goldy next year and play for a brisbane team, had a trial also with Slingers in NBL, looking to train with Bullets,has put on 4kgs of muscel in off-season looking fit and just needs a break, has had some offers from BigV and SEABL and WA - SBL teams still weighing up options as early in off-season,was top 10 in scoring last season, year before in Bundy 2nd in scoring and all-star5,led 3pt %, this kid is a sharp shooter looking for a break, how has nobody picked him up or why is he not training with a NBL teams, he is better then half the NBL development players, if anyone has any info how he can train with bullets or get incontact with somebody please advise of this information, thanks

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In the words of the great Ali G- "Your joking".

Putting up numbers for the worst team in the league is nothing to brag about. He can shoot yeah, thats about it. He would not be able to do anything in NBL so don't bring down the development players that smoke him.

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I think u seem to forget smart person, that if ur the only 1 that can score in a bad team, u get double and tripple teamed so u try and get a shot of against grabu,williamson,cedar, and the rest, i guess u though about what u were saying before u write, if u look at his state the year b4, also in 05 avg:- 27 pts per game, and had 48pts vs t.mount's, with 11 3's, also ended 06 with bundy 3-40pt games in row, ummmmmmmmmm, he is better then Matt Nielser, Dav Gurney, Tommy Ammer, it's a joke he is not training with a NBL, team i never said he is much better but he can creat his own shot better and deserves to be train with the good players, u know that.

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Way to live off a box score from the Southern Cross. Stop living in the past. Who is Matt Neisler?

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NBL is so much different to ABA!!!Yes Dan can shoot but he can't do squat else on the court!!!He is a good player in the ABA but not a stand out but if he was NBL material he would have been picked up by a team by now! Its wrong to say that he is better than the Bullets Development players because each and every one was hand picked by Joey Wright and Dale Ryan-----both have a fair understanding of what it takes to make it in the NBL I'd say seeing they are embarking on a National Championship defence!!!! Until you have a clue or game don't bother writing on here and bagging those that do....CHUMP!!

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How old is Siminac? From memory I think he's at least a couple of years older than all those other guys which means a couple of things:
* He's probably going to be less happy with the NBL dev player lifestyle than the younger guys
* He's got less time to imrpove before he gets to that stage where you'd say he should be producing results by now.

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siminac can shoot on his day but other than that his game is woeful. Those development guys would tear him a new arse. I guess thats if they could get you away from it to do it though

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Siminac might be a gun player in some peoples eyes and a total dud to others he is a totally offensive minded player i havent seen a shot he doesnt like to take. He might have droped 3 40 point games but it took him 65 shots to do so !!

[Mr bEn]

From today's local - Rhys Martin playing for Rocky next season.

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From today's local - Rhys Martin playing for Rocky next season.

Great news for Rocky, Rhys has the utmost respect of all who play with him.

Suns will also be hit hard with the retirement of Mark Micallef. After a great 19 year playing career with WA, Perth Wildcats, Mountaineers, Clippers and Suns. MVP of the league and just an all round great bloke. The game will miss him greatly. Swapping the ball for a fishing rod and outboard motor. Loving the coast life. Thank you for memories mate.

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Mark Micallef.... playing career with Perth Wildcats....

What year was that?

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Swapping the ball for a fishing rod and outboard motor. Loving the coast life. Thank you for memories mate.
Common occurence for those making the seachange, especially the Sunshine Coast, seems to snag 'em good.

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But wasnt that the plan all along?
Didn't I read on here some time ago that Spartans were going to become a super "cashed up club of BBI" and that all juniors would "access the State system through either BBI or Spartans?"
Seems like the "plan", with B.P. as the major chess piece in both Clubs and BQ's junior elite programs, is about right on schedule.

hearing that bp was offered job as head coach at bbi yesterday, looks like bbi making moves at last to be competitive with cairns, townsville and rocky

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will zane meehl be playing for maroochydore next season?? geez if hes not playin then the 'dore will be in for a tough season.

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1st off im a sunny coast fan through and through both clips and suns. micalef is a loss and had a great run in the game, good on ya mate, enjoy the fishing and beers. siminic not an nbl talent. good aba player but nothing more.... at the moment. he, like stated had some big games but also had some average ones, takes more shots than some teams. i give him his props though the kid can play but he is not an nbl talent, so stop pushing for it. why would he hang around here if he is so heavily recruited by seabl, big v, sbl etc... talk it up... meehl will be a huge loss to the clips if he doesnt play i think they could be in serious trouble. last but not least martin moving to rocky. this kid is doing what it takes to take his game to the next level, was a pleasure to watch him play. the suns will need to fill that void- i dont know if they can or not. will be interesting to see how things pan out. maybe the coast may have to put one team together who knows..... looking forward to seeing who goes where for next season. keep the updates rolling in.

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Not sure why you would only want one Coast team next season - I would think that both Suns and Clippers have enough younger players to run with along with a few older and more seasoned players and good if everyone can get a chance to play QABL rather than having more on the bench.

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Not sure why you would only want one Coast team next season - I would think that both Suns and Clippers have enough younger players to run with along with a few older and more seasoned players and good if everyone can get a chance to play QABL rather than having more on the bench.
Too true, mate. There's a heap of good youngsters just needing that court time and responsibility to take their games to the QABL level, sitting on the benches of both Clubs. Bring 'em on! Might be tough for a season but exciting after that!

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townsville may go with the crocs coaches for QABL

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hearing that bp was offered job as head coach at bbi yesterday, looks like bbi making moves at last to be competitive with cairns, townsville and rocky

hell, they'll have to rob a bank to compete with those teams!

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Worst kept secret announced:

http://brisbane.basketball.net.au/fs_newsitem.asp?id=75226&orgID=137&Oname=Brisbane&O1c=21&O10c=7

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Too true, mate. There's a heap of good youngsters just needing that court time and responsibility to take their games to the QABL level, sitting on the benches of both Clubs. Bring 'em on! Might be tough for a season but exciting after that!

hope the board at maroochy or coastal has more patience with their coach than the capitals did with vdogg, obviously getting bruce is a big move but wouldve liked to see vdogg get another chance to build on last year as it was his first year and had no nbl guys and went with a young group, although with their group probably should have been playing in the finals

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I would say that appointing BP is part of a 'bigger picture'. Don't be surprised if there are a few other major announcements from BBI and SD within the next couple of months.

As for Mick, the best thing he could do for his coaching career would be to become an ass. coach for Bruce. I guarantee he will learn more in that one year than he would coaching by himself for the next five.

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will zane meehl be playing for maroochydore next season?? geez if hes not playin then the 'dore will be in for a tough season.

The quicker the clippers get rid of Meehl the sooner they can start giving their youngsters some time. Sure the next few seasons will be ugly but vets like Goffy will hopefully be around to teach them a few things about playing for your team and not for yourself ( aka Meehl). One of the few teams who go it without NBL players too. Although it would be good to see Fitzy back next season, depends on the coach.

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I would say that appointing BP is part of a 'bigger picture'. Don't be surprised if there are a few other major announcements from BBI and SD within the next couple of months.

As for Mick, the best thing he could do for his coaching career would be to become an ass. coach for Bruce. I guarantee he will learn more in that one year than he would coaching by himself for the next five.
There's someone who knows whats going on...on both counts!
Like him or lump him, Bruce is the best going round and a walking encyclopedia if you take the time to watch him closely.

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The quicker the clippers get rid of Meehl the sooner they can start giving their youngsters some time. Sure the next few seasons will be ugly but vets like Goffy will hopefully be around to teach them a few things about playing for your team and not for yourself ( aka Meehl). One of the few teams who go it without NBL players too. Although it would be good to see Fitzy back next season, depends on the coach.

If you are worried about youngsters playing time why bring Fitz back he took more shots for less assists so who was playing for themselves. At least if someone is open Zane will find them. Personally I love both players
for the record this year without Zane and fitz the team went 1 and 3 projection 3 and 15
with fitz 9 and 5
with Zane 8 and 4
without Zane and fitz averaged 80 pts
with zafitz averaged 117 pts so after their averages there was still 50 pts to go around
without goffy luke and red and fitz there was no one over 20 yrs old in a squad of 17 most of whom got significant time at some stage during the year. had 10 players who have come through u 18,s recently hit the court this year
sorry if we didn,t reach your lofty standards but I,ve no doubt you,d be right there hating if we were losing winnable games by playing too many youngsters before they are ready
As for Zane he"s the last guy to play for himself he"s just playing a role in a system as was Fitz and everyone else

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if bb was coaching the dore and didn't want Zane, PLENTY of other clubs would... be crazy not to.

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The quicker the clippers get rid of Meehl the sooner they can start giving their youngsters some time. Sure the next few seasons will be ugly but vets like Goffy will hopefully be around to teach them a few things about playing for your team and not for yourself ( aka Meehl). One of the few teams who go it without NBL players too. Although it would be good to see Fitzy back next season, depends on the coach.
I guess the jury will always be out on Zane Meehl's style of game and the age old "2 sides of the coin" points of view on it. The Clips may or may not benefit by his not being on the floor and the principal ball controller and shooter this season and only time and a new offensive system and player rotations will answer that fully.
But I really hope you aren't referring to Coach Meehl in that statement about being better off without him and Junior players getting a go. Truth of the matter is that Warwick has been largely responsible for the development of the majority of those Junior players in the first place. I'm the first to agree I "coulda/shoulda/woulda" taken a bit more of a chance with some of those guys at times during the season, but then I, (nor the writer of that post), havent won a Conference title nor been named as Coach of the year by our Coaching peers.
Warwick may not be the most conventional nor public approval minded Coach going round but his knowledge of the game and contribution to Maroochydore Basketball through the years cannot be denied and will always be respected.
Gordon Fawcett

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Hoi...not to say Zane wont be playing with the Clips next year, as he's always welcome anytime he chooses. The way he's going he could end up playing on any stage he chooses with an extended stay at College in the States seeming the most likely if he's not back here for the ABA season. It's just that Warwick wont be coaching the Clips next season according to his recent press release. Unsure of his immediate basketball future (apart from consulting to Colby with the 16 Boys), but concentrating on his work and unable commit to ABA due possible overseas coaching opportunities. Trust this clarifies.

[Spartans]

Perhaps Districts is where he is headed.

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Perhaps Districts is where he is headed.
And I'm sure he would have a positive contribution to make there as he did at Maroochydore. Would you need him to have a hair cut, Alan? Anycase he would add a bit of "retro new look" spice to the Spartans Staff gear and if you were paying him the money you paid Bruce, I reckon he'd have his head shaved if that's what you wanted!
So can I be the one to spread the rumour that "coaching in the states" was just a smokescreen for "going to the dark side"?...and is Zane going too or really returning to College and spending the northern summer catching up on studies?
Guess we better watch out or bloody Jorden will be going over next!

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Perhaps Districts is where he is headed.

I really doubt that he would even think about it. He has more pride. Long live Central.

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I really doubt that he would even think about it. He has more pride. Long live Central.
Nothing wrong with playing or coaching for them if your good enough. Who the hell is "central" anyhow?

[Ansaleti]

I really dont know why Fitsy is talked about like a god, If I took 45 shots a game Id have 50 too. dam, my little bro could have 50 taking that many shots. very overated

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I really dont know why Fitsy is talked about like a god, If I took 45 shots a game Id have 50 too. dam, my little bro could have 50 taking that many shots. very overated

mate, shut up. the dude is sick so he's got every rite to be chuckin up as many shots as he wants.

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I really dont know why Fitsy is talked about like a god, If I took 45 shots a game Id have 50 too. dam, my little bro could have 50 taking that many shots. very overated

maybe the point you need to think about before caning him is nobody is going to let you or your little brother shoot 50 shots a game for their team...

maybe i should take down my ZaFitz Show shrine then if he isnt a god but they are both good players who have obviously spent more time on the court training then at the Bar like a few guys in this league myself included...

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I really dont know why Fitsy is talked about like a god, If I took 45 shots a game Id have 50 too. dam, my little bro could have 50 taking that many shots. very overated

Sounds like a lot of fun but when you have to lead the attack and other teams are preparing to stop you with their best defenders and help D etc if you are not good enough you will look real bad real quick. Zane had 2 games this year where he couldn't find the bucket but he was still expected to attack the d every touch and be aggressive regardless because that was his role in a bigger game plan. He still drew the help, made assists, drew fouls, went to the line and we got a bunch of putbacks off his misses and were in those games till the end (still felt sorry for him, knowing he'd get bagged but tough). So even though it sounds like fun they are not just taking shots they are creating them under a heap of pressure and its not always fun. Take away those two games and his numbers were pretty good. Fitz to his credit had only one ordinary game and was consistently exceptional
For the record they both took 26.5 shots per game. Most under pressure but created a heap of opportunities for others by doing so
A little different to the usual motion o, ball reversal, make the extra pass, be patient, sacrifice your game for the team.But its a hell of a lot of fun ,its exciting to play and watch and it creates opportunities for everyone because whoever is open is expected to jack it up without hesitation
Incidently a fair bit different to how we played last year but a good way (if you get it right) to make up for a lack of height or talent or both
Both guys have played on other teams where their roles were different and they were not dominant scorers but its good to know you can turn it on when its needed.

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I love the fact that despite all 3 of us averaging double figures for the year myself, Ty Davey and Zac Turner don't get a mention. Obviously some ignorant clown. Why the hell is this whole thread about M'dore, we really aren't that exciting! Let's talk about Logan or Toowoomba or the next expansion team in Dalby...

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I agree with the comment that fitsy is overated. there such a boring team to watch and when the o is set up for him to run off 3 to 4 screens hes gonna get open, its not that hard. anyway enough of m'dore, who really cares.

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I agree with the comment that fitsy is overated. there such a boring team to watch and when the o is set up for him to run off 3 to 4 screens hes gonna get open, its not that hard. anyway enough of m'dore, who really cares.

well it worked didnt it.. and they made the finals. doesnt matter how u make the finals as long as u get there somehow..

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I love the fact that despite all 3 of us averaging double figures for the year myself, Ty Davey and Zac Turner don't get a mention. Obviously some ignorant clown. Why the hell is this whole thread about M'dore, we really aren't that exciting! Let's talk about Logan or Toowoomba or the next expansion team in Dalby...
Getting closer to revealing your indentity. TIG and you for Maroochy?

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I agree with the comment that fitsy is overated. there such a boring team to watch and when the o is set up for him to run off 3 to 4 screens hes gonna get open, its not that hard. anyway enough of m'dore, who really cares.

yeah its easy as i dont know why we bother running any other O wen its so easy to be boring an get an open shot... i take it your the coach of the new expansion team the Dalby dingbats any news on who's playin for them...

any truth to any of the following whispers?

heard Dusty Richart (sp?) is playing for Rocky..

Bam to go back to Bundy..

Brissie have Bullets knockin on their door..

caloundra to fold..

TIG is a super bionic human who hides his identity to protect his loved ones???

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yeah its easy as i dont know why we bother running any other O wen its so easy to be boring an get an open shot... i take it your the coach of the new expansion team the Dalby dingbats any news on who's playin for them...

any truth to any of the following whispers?

heard Dusty Richart (sp?) is playing for Rocky..

Bam to go back to Bundy..

Brissie have Bullets knockin on their door..

caloundra to fold..

TIG is a super bionic human who hides his identity to protect his loved ones???

Who is the driving force behind Dalby?
I see alot of expansion in the WNBL this season so anything is possible.

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caloundra will be in next yr for sure, the women may see some new faces on the court with 4 players showing interest in the team for the next season, the men may see a couple of new faces as well with a couple of names floatin around maybe some posts.. they hope. haha. but they will definately be there in 08

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the word going around townsville at the moment is a change in coaches for both the programs. last years women's coach is apparently leaving to go to the south-east corner. rumours i have heard is rob rose to coach the men and mark wrobel to coach the women

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dont know why everyone talks like cal. have no money and will struggle to field a team for 08. there is money in the club and there are plenty of ppl who want to play there, im sure alot of ppl wouldnt mind living at the coast. same as the dore team, there is alot of talent up on the coast and if they had the opportunity to buy players like the neers, wiz, rocky, bundy, gladdy, logan... im sure they would be far more competetive. i thought they played well this year and maybe with a decent post would have beaten alot of teams. not to take away from the teams who dont buy players such as ippy, bris, goldy etc who seem to always put together good teams. im looking forward to watching again in 08 and look forward to seeing who the suns and dore pickup to round out their teams. heard fitzy was keen to play for the dore again next season, any truth to the rumor.

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Damn Coastal Fan, I gotta give you credit. No matter how shitty your teams have gotten you have always talked them up. Even when they were 0-17. :)

If the rumours are right about Rhys going to Rocky and Mark retiring then you will probably need more than just a 'post' to be competitive. On top of your list should probably be a coach who knows what he is doing and has the respect of the players. Something that has been missing over the last couple of years.

As for the women having interested players, shit that happens every year in the south east corner. There doesn't seem to be any sense of loyalty anymore. And you can't tell me it is cause they are offered more money cause we all know women are just there to make up the numbers. :)

Johnny is a nice enough bloke, but maybe it is time to start spending some money to make some money. Do the leg work and see if you can scrape up enough money to get an import. A 7 foot, two headed monster would be good.

It is good to see Caloundra commiting early to next year though. Even after a dissapointing season last year. Well done.

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The Southern Districts Spartans compete in the SEABL Eastern Conference of the ABA and are calling for applications for the following positions for the 2008 season:

SENIOR WOMEN
Head Coach
Team Manager

SENIOR MEN
Head Coach
Team Manager

The Lady Spartans and Spartans Men teams have a tradition of success and 2008 will be no different.

Based in Carina, Brisbane the Spartans have access to one of the finest four court facilities in Queensland, and play games against high profile teams in Melbourne, regional Melbourne, Canberra and Tasmania.

The Position involves extended travel during some weekends and midweek trainings as requested by both Head Coaches.

Trials for the 2008 season will be held soon after an appointment has been made with access to the stadium during the upcoming Xmas break as negotiated with the successful applicant.

For more information please phone: 61 7 3843 3133

Please forward a cover letter and coaching resume to: sdbal@bigpond.net.au

Closing Date: 15 November 2007

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The Southern Districts Spartans compete in the SEABL Eastern Conference of the ABA and are calling for applications for the following positions for the 2008 season:


Hey Al, are these just token calls for positions to keep everything above board or are you genuinely looking for new coaches and managers ???

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Hey Al, are these just token calls for positions to keep everything above board or are you genuinely looking for new coaches and managers ???

heard that some people thought the same about the bbi mens job

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Unless you have the facts please keep the comments to yourself. 2006 and 2007 saw some fairly successful, seasoned coaches take on the Suns men and both got no respect. After dedicating so many man hours to coach the team and keep them financial as well. Maybe you need to start questioning the inner sanctum of the team and who breeds this disrepect. I am sick of hearing from the Suns it is the coaches fault, because it is not.

Damn Coastal Fan, I gotta give you credit. No matter how shitty your teams have gotten you have always talked them up. Even when they were 0-17. :)

If the rumours are right about Rhys going to Rocky and Mark retiring then you will probably need more than just a 'post' to be competitive. On top of your list should probably be a coach who knows what he is doing and has the respect of the players. Something that has been missing over the last couple of years.

As for the women having interested players, shit that happens every year in the south east corner. There doesn't seem to be any sense of loyalty anymore. And you can't tell me it is cause they are offered more money cause we all know women are just there to make up the numbers. :)

Johnny is a nice enough bloke, but maybe it is time to start spending some money to make some money. Do the leg work and see if you can scrape up enough money to get an import. A 7 foot, two headed monster would be good.

It is good to see Caloundra commiting early to next year though. Even after a dissapointing season last year. Well done.

[Guess!]

Unless you have the facts please keep the comments to yourself. 2006 and 2007 saw some fairly successful, seasoned coaches take on the Suns men and both got no respect. After dedicating so many man hours to coach the team and keep them financial as well. Maybe you need to start questioning the inner sanctum of the team and who breeds this disrepect. I am sick of hearing from the Suns it is the coaches fault, because it is not.

Damn, one guess who wrote this.

We're sick of your rubbish woman! Go away.

[Unregistered]

i think coastal should hold a meeting and sort out all their differences instead of comin on here and doing it

patheitc

[Unregistered]

Damn, one guess who wrote this.

We're sick of your rubbish woman! Go away.
Mate! Just who is "we"??? Are you so disconnected from reality that you dont know that the entire Suncoast basketball community and most of SEQ in general knows exactly what/who the problem with Coastal Suns basketball has been for a number of years? Sorry to be the one to break it to you, (though this is not the first time you've been told and chosen to flip it away blaming someone or something rather than look within and face reality) Like the next poster says, keep the tiresome story of Coastal's tragedy off of here. The problem is perennial and unfixable until the people concerned walk away and it appears they never will so please dont talk about it or denegrate innocent people for your personal shortcomings any more.

[Unregistered]

Mate! Just who is "we"??? Are you so disconnected from reality that you dont know that the entire Suncoast basketball community and most of SEQ in general knows exactly what/who the problem with Coastal Suns basketball has been for a number of years? Sorry to be the one to break it to you, (though this is not the first time you've been told and chosen to flip it away blaming someone or something rather than look within and face reality) Like the next poster says, keep the tiresome story of Coastal's tragedy off of here. The problem is perennial and unfixable until the people concerned walk away and it appears they never will so please dont talk about it or denegrate innocent people for your personal shortcomings any more.

And no prises for guessing who's hubby is here to back her up. ROLF.

No priZes Probably because you would've guessed wrong. Can we move on here. If you really want to sling mud why don't you contact the person directly. Thanks Rolf.

[Guess!]

Are you so disconnected from reality that you dont know that the entire Suncoast basketball community and most of SEQ in general knows exactly what/who the problem with Coastal Suns basketball has been for a number of years?

You sticking your nose where it's no longer wanted? Everybody has had enough of your nameless bitching. Piss off already and get over it.

[Guess!!]

Are you so disconnected from reality that you dont know that the entire Suncoast basketball community and most of SEQ in general knows exactly what/who the problem with Coastal Suns basketball has been for a number of years?

We know what the problem is - YOU continually sticking your nose where it hasn't been wanted for over a year. Time to get over it and move on no?

[Unregistered]

We know what the problem is - YOU continually sticking your nose where it hasn't been wanted for over a year. Time to get over it and move on no?
Mate you are just so wrong about who you think this is! But this is my last post lest you keep "blaming" and flailing at the lady you think it is. Mate you and your family are just so disconnected from what the rest of Caloundra basketball want it is just a sad situation that others are sick of hearing about.
You guys are soo "thick"! The lady you keep dissing and bagging her husband without justification is the same person who maintains your no win, no hope basketball teams of this season, in the public eye through television coverage. Imagine if she was the same kind of narrow minded, mean spirited individul as you and simply said "stuff 'em! why should I give them any media coverage at all? their on court performances certainly dont warrant covering when its a similar tale of woe each week."
But she didnt as she genuinely has the best interests of the game at heart regardless of the less genuine types who get into admin positions from time to time. Please leave her alone before she takes action against you for defamation and harrassment and embarrasses and defiles the image of caloundra basketball even further.

[Fly]

Ok, this has been done to death. You've been asked to move on and haven't been able to.

Like I said before, if you want to have a go at these people, I think you probably know where to find them.

[HP]

Please leave her alone before she takes action against you for defamation and harrassment and embarrasses and defiles the image of caloundra basketball even further.

Typical empty threat from you know who ....

*yawn*

[Crazy Horse]

i think coastal should hold a meeting and sort out all their differences instead of comin on here and doing it

patheitc

Wouldn't it need to be a conference to get through their pile.

[Unregistered]

Damn, one guess who wrote this.

We're sick of your rubbish woman! Go away.

Truth sings doesn't it mate.

[Unregistered]

Truth sings doesn't it mate.

heh ?? WTF does that mean ? Do you mean hurt.

[Unregistered]

Typical empty threat from you know who ....

*yawn*
Empty headed answer for sure.
Dont know how "empty" the threat is however of the major sponsor being so disturbed by the unwarranted attacks and denegration of the local television sports editor that they want nothing to do with the Suns until "you know who" and family has no further ties with the Association.

[Unregistered]

What comp did josh gill play in last season?

And why didn't Micky Shaw play for the brissy caps last yr, he was training with them wasn't he?

[Unregistered]

josh gill played Afl in mildura I believe, Back in Gladstone now getting his game back and man he has some ups.

crack

[Unregistered]

"Unfortunately Maroochy RSL Clippers successful men’s Coach for the last two years Warwick Meehle was unable to commit to the request by the Club for him to lead the Clippers in 2008, but did not rule out the possibility of being involved in the Club in the future.

Warwick has ambitions to further his Coaching career and we wish him all the best we would like to thank him for the great contribution he has made to junior, and our Ladies and Men’s program."

http://www.qabl.basketball.net.au/fs_newsitem.asp?id=75552&orgID=126&Oname=Queensland+Australian+Basketball+League&O1c=1&O10c=5

[Unregistered]

TranSouth Men's Basketball
Coaches Preseason Rankings

1. Crichton College 111 (11)
2. Lambuth University 105
3. Union University 100
4. Trevecca Nazarene 72
5. Martin Methodist 68
6. Cumberland University 65
7. Lyon College 56
8. Freed-Hardeman 53
9. Bethel College 32
10. Mid-Continent 25
11. Blue Mountain 14


MID-CONTINENT UNIVERSITY COUGARS

MAYFIELD, Ky.. – Mid-Continent University men’s basketball has a whole new look as they enter the second season of competition in the TranSouth Athletic Conference.

The Cougars got a new head coach in Winston Bennett and a whole new style of play. MCU returns six players from last season’s squad. Sophomore forward Sinisia Korkut (6’4”), sophomore center Ansil Williams (6-5), and a very athletic sophomore guard Tiron Peoples (6’2”) are the most notable returning players and will be depended on heavily by Coach Bennett and his staff. These veteran players will also provide leadership to a very young Mid-Continent team.

The Cougars will have plenty of new faces when the 2007-2008 season begins. Stephen Wilson (6’1” junior, guard), Marlon Robinson (6’4” junior, forward), Zane Meehl (6’2” sophomore, guard), Casonova Brown (5’9” junior, guard), and Hermann Kona (6’4” sophomore, forward) will look to bring success to the Cougars in TranSouth Conference play. With the size and athleticism of this years team MCU looks to push the pace and tempo of every game.

http://www.transouth.org/article.php?articleID=413

[Unregistered]

What comp did josh gill play in last season?

And why didn't Micky Shaw play for the brissy caps last yr, he was training with them wasn't he?

he started at districts and then pulled out, there was a little chance of him playing at bbi but he decided not to play

[Unregistered]

I see GC are also calling for coaches. Does this mean Spagetti isn't going round again ??

http://www.goldcoast.basketball.net.au/fs_newsitem.asp?id=75604&orgID=99&Oname=Gold+Coast+City+Regional+Basketball&O1c=8&O10c=11

[Unregistered]

Will Josh Gill be playing for Gladdy? Big signing if so....

[Unregistered]

Will Josh Gill be playing for Gladdy? Big signing if so....

BQ have announced that Gladstone and Bundy aren't playing in the QABL next year. They are only playing in the CQ league.

[Unregistered]

BQ have announced that Gladstone and Bundy aren't playing in the QABL next year. They are only playing in the CQ league.

Suns to follow???

[2 cents]

BQ have announced that Gladstone and Bundy aren't playing in the QABL next year. They are only playing in the CQ league.

well thats news to Gladstone considering we jus signed Dennis Rodman for next season an i would guess it would be news to Bundy nice of you to fill us in unregistered if that realy is your name... maybe you can add the link from the BQ site where they released this statement so we can tell Rodman not to pack his Wedding dress just yet...

[Unregistered]

Rumour has it Siminac will be playing at logan next season with him Gurekis and thalo throwing up shots all over the place i feel pity for anyone else playing on that team get out now broomy

[Unregistered]

Some rumours I have heard from south-east, that is all they are - RUMOURS

Brisbane - Got a few ex NBL players lined up as well as some current (cough cough Brad Williamson)

GC - Are having trouble recruiting - apparently some big names want out

Northside - Heard nothing

South West - CJ won't be returning for another dig at coaching

Toowoomba - Gurney returning that is all I know

Ipswich - Wellings player/coach - all regulars coming back, looking hard for a big

As I Said these are RUMOURS would love to know if anyone can confirm any of these

And is it true about Bundy and Gladstone?

[Unregistered]

Too early to tell. I don't think any team have started trainings yet except for some un-official scrimmages. I know BBI have had a few but they have not been anything serious.

Most teams are still trying to sort out their coaches for next year.

I would be most dissapointed if Ippi are going with Wello as player-coach. Not that he can't play or coach but doing both never works. He would be better off calling his mate and mentor Shep and ask him to coach. Shit I would pay money just to watch him and Terry on the sidelines next year. Would make a good pair :)

GC will be good to go. They will have a better team next year than they did this year in terms of team coehersion. Also talk about Gurney playing at GC. Depends on who is coaching. Same with some of the other players.

Looks like BBI will be the team to beat from the south.

It will be interesting to see how the draw pans out if Glad and Bundy drop out as the pool system will have to change. Will it still be North vs South in the final ???

[Unregistered]

A common and rather ignorant misconception about player coaches. The truth is it almost always works.
Having done it myself for four years at a higher level than this I speak from experience. Most obvious example Bill Russell NBA title. There are many many others

[Unregistered]

After a dissapointing season the Meteors have been recruiting hard. Coach Leonard King has brought respectability back into the organisiation and is recruiting for today as well as the future. After some solid minutes with the Crocodiles, point guard Chris Cedar isn't too far from agreeing to join, Crocodiles development squad member and exciting forward Josh Jenkins is close to signing on the dotted line and last season's premier interior presence Colin Oriad has already signed. Predicting another Crocs rostered player to head south to join the squad, the Meteors look like a contending team.

Any thoughts...

[Unregistered]

....recruiting for today as well as the future.

Any thoughts...

Anybody from Mackay ??? Sounds like winning is first and developing is last. With another 4 outside players how much time is left for the locals.

[Unregistered]

A common and rather ignorant misconception about player coaches. The truth is it almost always works.
Having done it myself for four years at a higher level than this I speak from experience. Most obvious example Bill Russell NBA title. There are many many others

Hmmm. Bill Russell took over a team that had won the previous 8 championships, and while I am sure he was a good coach, they actually lost the championship the year he took over. Although they won the next two before he retired.

Why don't you tell us which team you coached before calling us 'ignorant' ???

[Unregistered]

I seriously doubt Chris Cedar will end up in Mackay. With the move to try and tighten the relationship between the Crocs and the Heat I am pretty sure Chris will be playing in Townsville.

[Unregistered]

If Josh Jenkins remains with that local girlfriend of his I am sure they can secure him for a few seasons. Would be a good player to sign long term. I believe the Crocs and Meteors have some sort of agreement regarding players playing down in Mackay..

[2 cents]

Rumour has it Siminac will be playing at logan next season with him Gurekis and thalo throwing up shots all over the place i feel pity for anyone else playing on that team get out now broomy

yeah but you wood be firetrucked if 2 or all of them were on fire... all three capable of huge nights...

with all the positions for coaches being advertised for upcoming season its more than likely there will be a few Player/Coaches throwing their hat into the ring... will be interesting to see how this works out... bundy seemed to thrive on it last year where as we didnt handle it as well as we could of..

Not true about Power not being there come next yr.. not sure about Bundy but talkin to some locals they seem to think they will be there next year as well...

obviously its early but my 2 cents for the long haul of pre-season banter...

at least 2 player/coaches this year..

looks like Brissie is making some bigs move and will be the team to beat from below the tropic of capricorn (Rocky for the uninformed)...

pool of death looks to be just that again for 2008...

power to get off the bottom of the ladder an no. 7 for the power to have back to back T/O titles...

[Unregistered]

logan looking strong if rumours come to fruition

possible starting 5 of heath gameron, gureckis, simo, thalo and broom and second unit of tommy amar, josh knight, bj dakis, keiran bairstow and bones.......thats if any of the starters actually come off.....those r the types of players u would normally have playing between 40-48 mins

any news of where nello and todd meyerding r playing??? logic would say nello would play for local team logan???????


yeah but you wood be firetrucked if 2 or all of them were on fire... all three capable of huge nights...

with all the positions for coaches being advertised for upcoming season its more than likely there will be a few Player/Coaches throwing their hat into the ring... will be interesting to see how this works out... bundy seemed to thrive on it last year where as we didnt handle it as well as we could of..

Not true about Power not being there come next yr.. not sure about Bundy but talkin to some locals they seem to think they will be there next year as well...

obviously its early but my 2 cents for the long haul of pre-season banter...

at least 2 player/coaches this year..

looks like Brissie is making some bigs move and will be the team to beat from below the tropic of capricorn (Rocky for the uninformed)...

pool of death looks to be just that again for 2008...

power to get off the bottom of the ladder an no. 7 for the power to have back to back T/O titles...

[Unregistered]

I remember hearing talk last year about how great Logan were going to be and look what happened

[Unregistered]

South West - CJ won't be returning for another dig at coaching




why wouldn't he return?

[Unregistered]

I heard CJ was coming back for another dig. Be a loss if he didn't. They had a much improved season under him.

[Unregistered]

Anybody from Mackay ??? Sounds like winning is first and developing is last. With another 4 outside players how much time is left for the locals.

For the uninitiated, Mackay has only 4 mens Division 1 teams and the standard is poor. Coach King is trying to develop the younger group but knows without sponsorship Mackay is not in the league and the sport dies. To keep sponsors happy you have to try to win or at least seem to do everything possible to do so. Locals are in short supply as King had 8 or 9 players at sessions last year. So before you make smart mouthed, uneducated comments at least have some idea on what your talking about.

[Unregistered]

So before you make smart mouthed, uneducated comments at least have some idea on what your talking about.

Whoaaa there governor. You were the one who asked for peoples thoughts. Don't get pissed off if you don't like what people are saying.

As for only having 4 teams in your local Div 1, I don't know of any association that have any more than 4 outside of the major centers. How many do Rocky, Ippi, Toowoomba, Gladdy, Bundy, Caloundra, Maroochy, etc have ?

Don't make excuses about the desicions you have made. Have the balls to stand behind them. You don't hear Rocky complaining about their local comp to justify their imports.

[Unregistered]

You don't hear Rocky complaining about their local comp to justify their imports.

ummm, that's what they always say, something about only having 150 players in their local comp or something like that....

[Unregistered]

ummm, that's what they always say, something about only having 150 players in their local comp or something like that....

Yeah, you're right. My bad. Rocky is a bunch of whingers too :)

[Unregistered]

Just wondering if all the teams with imports make them play in their local comp?

Do the guys from Townsville actually play in the Mackay local comp?
What about the Rocky imports. I heard CamT just flew up for the QABL games?
Gladdy must have a pretty good loacal comp if they all play, including Purdue?

I know Ippi has a policy of QABL players having to contribute to the association.
Sounds like a good idea.

[Unregistered]

Whoaaa there governor. You were the one who asked for peoples thoughts. Don't get pissed off if you don't like what people are saying.

As for only having 4 teams in your local Div 1, I don't know of any association that have any more than 4 outside of the major centers. How many do Rocky, Ippi, Toowoomba, Gladdy, Bundy, Caloundra, Maroochy, etc have ?

Don't make excuses about the desicions you have made. Have the balls to stand behind them. You don't hear Rocky complaining about their local comp to justify their imports.

I am not the one who did the original post so I certainly did not ask for any thoughts myself, I was simply making a point about simple economics and was in know way making any excuses about anything. As for balls I did not see any name to your quote. What pisses me off is peoples uninformed comments on something they know nothing about.

[Unregistered]

possible starting 5 of heath gameron, gureckis, simo, thalo and broom and second unit of tommy amar, josh knight, bj dakis, keiran bairstow and bones.......thats if any of the starters actually come off.....those r the types of players u would normally have playing between 40-48 mins

I would imagine some major sucking up would be required for Richard to take either Heath or Tom back.

[Unregistered]

I would imagine some major sucking up would be required for Richard to take either Heath or Tom back.

Heard a rumour that Tom have been asked (told) to play ABA at GC next season?

[Unregistered]

Heard a rumour that Tom have been asked (told) to play ABA at GC next season?

is richard still coaching the mens next year?? and why was tom asked to play at GC

[Unregistered]

Just wondering if all the teams with imports make them play in their local comp?

Do the guys from Townsville actually play in the Mackay local comp?
What about the Rocky imports. I heard CamT just flew up for the QABL games?
Gladdy must have a pretty good loacal comp if they all play, including Purdue?

I know Ippi has a policy of QABL players having to contribute to the association.
Sounds like a good idea.

Know for a fact that Jenkins will play local comp down there. I'd imagine Oriad would not as he would simply destroy the competition as he will the QABL. Williamson played a couple games last season as did Deba George. Unsure whether those two will return though. Congratulations on Coach King getting the U20's position too.

[Unregistered]

I would imagine some major sucking up would be required for Richard to take either Heath or Tom back.[/QUOTE]
Man what a joke! Logan Basketball need Tommy and Heath far more than they need Richard Orlick. Failed and sacked NBL coaches with overblown egos and problems relating to players and supporters are found everywhere around growing basketball programs. The successful ones that keep growing (as Logan will) look after their loyal juniors who are their player strength of the future before some southern blow in looking for a quick buck.

[Unregistered]

Is this Jenkins the kid I've seen on the news training with the Crocs in Townsville and the same kid featured on the Mackay news a couple of times? He's like a small forward slashing type yeh...?

[Unregistered]

lizards without toby z for next year, hes calling it a day.

[Unregistered]

Zane averaging 20 ppg after 1st 2 games Team is 1 and 1

[Beach Boner]

Just throwin out there my 1-15 predictions for the '08 season. Obviously this will be broken down into pools etc, but I am just going on who will have the most wins. Be interesting to see how I do...

Cairns
Rocky
T'ville
Logan
Goldy
Brisbane
Wizards
Mackay
South West
Ipswich
Toowoomba
Coastal
Gladstone
Bundaberg
Maroochydore

[Unregistered]

Just throwin out there my 1-15 predictions for the '08 season. Obviously this will be broken down into pools etc, but I am just going on who will have the most wins. Be interesting to see how I do...

Cairns
Rocky
T'ville
Logan
Goldy
Brisbane
Wizards
Mackay
South West
Ipswich
Toowoomba
Coastal
Gladstone
Bundaberg
Maroochydore


The Clippers last is a big call !!
Made semis south last year.

[Unregistered]

Just throwin out there my 1-15 predictions for the '08 season. Obviously this will be broken down into pools etc, but I am just going on who will have the most wins. Be interesting to see how I do...

Cairns
Rocky
T'ville
Logan
Goldy
Brisbane
Wizards
Mackay
South West
Ipswich
Toowoomba
Coastal
Gladstone
Bundaberg
Maroochydore

Logan over CAPITALS with Palmer as Coach - you must either be on beans or play for logan

[Beach Boner]

Oh thats right, Palmer is coaching Brisbane. Let me change that to...

Brisbane
Cairns
Rocky
T'ville
Logan
Goldy
Wizards
Mackay
South West
Ipswich
Toowoomba
Coastal
Gladstone
Bundaberg
Maroochydore

[Unregistered]

Oh thats right, Palmer is coaching Brisbane. Let me change that to...

Brisbane
...


Cmon now. BP is a good coach but not a miracle maker. Unless they recruit like they boast they will. He didn't make any miracles at SD last season. And let's face it, there really isn't that many great players floating around that would make BBI a better team than Cairns or Gladstone.

And which ex-NBL players are we talking about ?
Leroy turns 50 next month. Dalton wouldn't go back to Brissie. Andre Moore, well.....

[Unregistered]

i think were all getting a bit excited about pre season predictions as the rosters arent even set for any of the teams yet.......

[Unregistered]

Cmon now. BP is a good coach but not a miracle maker. Unless they recruit like they boast they will. He didn't make any miracles at SD last season. And let's face it, there really isn't that many great players floating around that would make BBI a better team than Cairns or Gladstone.

And which ex-NBL players are we talking about ?
Leroy turns 50 next month. Dalton wouldn't go back to Brissie. Andre Moore, well.....


Cairns or GLADSTONE??? Didn't they go 2 -16 last season?? Unless they recruit Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce they are not finishing above Brisbane lol what a joke

[Unregistered]

Still hearing about Gladstone.
Internet cafe owners in Gladstone should hold an intervention for the players from Power, just pull them up and say "look guys, this is a basketball, go bounce it around every day and throw it in the hoopy thingy instead of coming in here and telling everyone how good you are. you may win some games".

[Unregistered]

nah they'd much prefer to get on the drink all the time and internet.. because that makes you cool right? losing all the time and drinking beer? gladstone is such a good town i wish they'd give a shit about their basketball team.

[HP]

I heard a meek rumour of Nello to Coastal Suns.

They could certainly use him!

[Unregistered]

Why would Nello go to coastal suns. He will stay in Brisbane and play a brisbane team

[Spartans]

Blair Smith to Gladstone as coach is a great move. Well done all involved.

[Unregistered]

Blair Smith to Gladstone as coach is a great move. Well done all involved.

Isn't that only for the CQ league ?

[Unregistered]

He is signing to coach aba. great move, hopefully llyoddy can get back in shape and all the boys train hard and we can be competative next season. it is a path in the right direction with alot of hard work paying off

[Unregistered]

That is never going to work. Everybody knows the internet is no good at the Cap. :)

[Unregistered]

Great news for the Ipswich women having Tricia Cockram as their coach.

[Unregistered]

Zane had 29 and hit Winnng bucket in OT for a 2 point win. Team is now 3 and 2

[Unregistered]

Zane had 29 and hit Winnng bucket in OT for a 2 point win. Team is now 3 and 2

Pat Mills hits 37 over Oregon (ranked 11) for one of the biggest upsets in College B/Ball in years.who did Zane play against ?

[Mugsy]

I think it may be a touch unfair to try and compare Meehl to Mills.

Mills has already proved he can match it on the international senior stage, in fact in my opinion I belive he will be Australia's most talented player in 2 years.

Meehl is not a genuine 1 and has a long ways to go to mentioned in the same breath as Mills, but it is good to see him taking clutch shots at his learning institution.

[Clickity Click]

Noone compared Pat Mills to Zane Meehl. Furthermore this is a QABL website, Zane is associated with QABL, Patty Mills is not, therefore that is why people mentioned Zane's performance. Because we are proud to see one of our own performing so well. However, u sir are just a moron with a massive case of tall poppy syndrome who just decided to take a big sip of hatorade. Stop with the jealousy because he's better than you, go back to the playground playing 1 on 1 against bums and create some stories about your rafer-alston-like street prowess and check back in a few weeks and share them with us. We can't wait to hear them.

[Unregistered]

dude u need to take a chill pill.....whoa.....



Noone compared Pat Mills to Zane Meehl. Furthermore this is a QABL website, Zane is associated with QABL, Patty Mills is not, therefore that is why people mentioned Zane's performance. Because we are proud to see one of our own performing so well. However, u sir are just a moron with a massive case of tall poppy syndrome who just decided to take a big sip of hatorade. Stop with the jealousy because he's better than you, go back to the playground playing 1 on 1 against bums and create some stories about your rafer-alston-like street prowess and check back in a few weeks and share them with us. We can't wait to hear them.

[Unregistered]

Damn, take it easy Mrs Meehl.....

[Unregistered]

She doesn't read this forum But gess you had to be there. That win got the team 4 days off of training, "2 weeks to next game" so he and a teammate hired a car and currently on a road trip

[Unregistered]

Michael Wellings to be player/coach of Ipswich Mens Program this year - official announcement will be made in coming days.

[Unregistered]

Mackay coach just returned from USA, looking for another imprt after negotiations with Crocodiles broke down. Crocs youngster Josh Jenkins still heading south but it looks like Chris Cedar, Drew Williamson and the improving Michael Cedar will not be.

They better hope King can find some damn good Yanks...

[HP]

Heard Mackay will probs be getting Col Oriard.

Also heard Rad Brad Williamson and Steve Broom to the Caps.

Nello to Logan.

[Unregistered]

Heard Mackay will probs be getting Col Oriard.

Also heard Rad Brad Williamson and Steve Broom to the Caps.

Nello to Logan.

if nello is playin for logan why was he at caps training last week

[Unregistered]

Don't think Oriard is going to Mackay - I have heard somewhere in SE Qld

[Unregistered]

Where abouts in SE QLD and on what accord did u hear this ?
By the way, who is Nello ?

[Unregistered]

I read an email that said he wanted to play in South-East QLD, I think there are a couple of clubs talking to him down here.

[Fly]

By the way, who is Nello ?

He sung hot in here, the film clip with the lattimer jersey.

everyone knows nellyo

[Unregistered]

He sung hot in here, the film clip with the lattimer jersey.

everyone knows nellyo

haha , fly... i seriously hope youre joking

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Where abouts in SE QLD and on what accord did u hear this ?
By the way, who is Nello ?

nello played for bundy last week i was at caps training last week and he told the coach that he was keen to play

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Damn that doesn't leave many guys left at Bundy. Col, Todd, Nello, what is left.?

And unlike Mackay they don't have the budget to just go out and replace them. Looks like the rumours were true. No Bundy in QABL next year.

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Lets have a look at some of the players that bundy have lost over the last 2 years

Colin Oriard, Nello Giordano, Todd Meyerding, Daniel Simanic, BJ Dakis, Seb Aino, Kirk Newnham.......as well as both coaches........what the hell is management doing there???


Damn that doesn't leave many guys left at Bundy. Col, Todd, Nello, what is left.?

And unlike Mackay they don't have the budget to just go out and replace them. Looks like the rumours were true. No Bundy in QABL next year.

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BQ have announced that ALL 15 clubs have committed to next year and a Draw will be released in December.

[Fly]

Also heard from a friend of Nello's that he's off to college.

I can't believe someone took the nelly thing seriously... :loser:

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I hear Wizards have sent Coach Paul Haley off to NZ to sound out former Wiz Tim Berendorf. Apparently the cashed up club has paid for Haley to go to NZ and recruit the big man.
Sure Fly can confrim, deny or ignore?

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I hear Wizards have sent Coach Paul Haley off to NZ to sound out former Wiz Tim Berendorf. Apparently the cashed up club has paid for Haley to go to NZ and recruit the big man.
Sure Fly can confrim, deny or ignore?

Yes, Paul is in NZ but he has to be back by Friday cause he isn't allowed to travel on Fridays. :D

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Straight shooter has crack at tough role

http://www.qt.com.au/localsport/storydisplay.cfm?storyid=3756840&thesection=localsport&thesubsection=&thesecondsubsection=

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damn thats crazy!! player coachin job will be tough. who r the teams to watch next season? obviously cairns and rocky will be tough again but wat about wizards, coastal etc? maroochy got a coach yet?

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ippy sound tough......signing purdue is a HUGE plus...he is a class act.... if the Oriard rumour comes to fruition they will have a good core of purdue, oriard, beak, jefferies...wellings......and rumour has it Todd Meyerding is going to play for Ipswich......and that makes sense since his boy oriard might be too

other rumours that ive heard around the mill.......dan simanic to logan.....

and yes nello overseas going to college

does anyone know if its true that Heath Gameron and Tommy Ammar are going to play at the Coast??? (gold coast))



damn thats crazy!! player coachin job will be tough. who r the teams to watch next season? obviously cairns and rocky will be tough again but wat about wizards, coastal etc? maroochy got a coach yet?

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ippy sound tough......signing purdue is a HUGE plus...he is a class act.... if the Oriard rumour comes to fruition they will have a good core of purdue, oriard, beak, jefferies...wellings......and rumour has it Todd Meyerding is going to play for Ipswich......and that makes sense since his boy oriard might be too


Don't think you will see Todd, Col, and Leon at the same club as that would make 3 restricted players...

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Straight shooter has crack at tough role

http://www.qt.com.au/localsport/storydisplay.cfm?storyid=3756840&thesection=localsport&thesubsection=&thesecondsubsection=

A bit of tough assesment on last year, looking from the outside I thought Ipswich actually achieved more than what they should have with really only 1 maybe 2 losses costing them a post season spot. They definitely didn't have the depth to go as far as they did and with a couple of imports would've been one of the best southern clubs going.

Breeny deserves a bit more respect for his efforts over the years and hopefully Wello was "misquoted" in that article.

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Don't think you will see Todd, Col, and Leon at the same club as that would make 3 restricted players...

What if todd meyerding gets naturalised

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A bit of tough assesment on last year, looking from the outside I thought Ipswich actually achieved more than what they should have with really only 1 maybe 2 losses costing them a post season spot. They definitely didn't have the depth to go as far as they did and with a couple of imports would've been one of the best southern clubs going.

Breeny deserves a bit more respect for his efforts over the years and hopefully Wello was "misquoted" in that article.


I Think his assessment is pretty spot on - he never said they underachieved the paper said that, he merely said that it wasn't fun last year - wants to get the competitive nature back into the club.

Todd M will NOT be playing for ippy - wello hasn;t spoke to him

Wello Smith Perdue Jeffries Calder and hopefully Oriard, possibly Lewis

This is coming str8 from Wello's mouth, spoke to him this morning to congratulate him

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Finally, some news from up North. Well, further North than Mackay and Rocky.

Cairns in talks with Matt Smith, Aaron Grabau, Nathan Jawai, Gary Boodnikoff and Scott Cook as all will be restricted players next season. Who would you take ?

Daniel Egan is a strong chance to suit up for the Heat with Kelvin Robertson taking a season off. Crocs development player Chris Cedar set to run the Heat offence in the back court with his brother Michael. Also, a high profile coach is in the pipelines... A very famous North QLD basketball name...

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I Think his assessment is pretty spot on - he never said they underachieved the paper said that, he merely said that it wasn't fun last year - wants to get the competitive nature back into the club.



Something not adding up. Certainly not much scope for "fun" with player/coach duties. Perhaps why Ipswich didnt go too good last year if their players were playing for fun.

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"A TOUCH of magic is set to hit the Townsville Heat next season after former Townsville Crocodile Rob Rose was named as the club's head coach for the 2008 QABL championship yesterday."

http://www.townsvillebulletin.com.au/article/2007/11/30/8635_sport.html

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http://www.townsvillebulletin.com.au/images/uploadedfiles/editorial/pictures/2007/11/29/rose.jpg

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Finally, some news from up North. Well, further North than Mackay and Rocky.

Cairns in talks with Matt Smith, Aaron Grabau, Nathan Jawai, Gary Boodnikoff and Scott Cook as all will be restricted players next season. Who would you take ?

Daniel Egan is a strong chance to suit up for the Heat with Kelvin Robertson taking a season off. Crocs development player Chris Cedar set to run the Heat offence in the back court with his brother Michael. Also, a high profile coach is in the pipelines... A very famous North QLD basketball name...

obviously you would take Baby shaq the man-mountain is killin it, an imho prob cook...

got sum mail re big fish, apparently boodnikoff an grabau too have a year off ABA in 08 whether its true or not remains to be seen. also zafitz show to not appear as Fitzy maybe looking to be a big game fish as well...

Rob Rose coachin heat good to see NBL greats getting back into it is junior Cann still there? if so will he be getting as much court time as last year??? CJ still coachin SW??

well theres the first Player/coach to be announced good luck to Ippy looks like they have a decent line-up to work with but i still think there will be at least one more maybe two player/coaches to be announced before the season begins..

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The only thing is... We all know the Taipans don't fit under the salary cap if they're paying all players contracts legit. There's some under the table work happening which includes the Taipans providing money to the Marlins to then inturn pay the players big dollars. I believe Aaron Grabau and Gary Boodnikoff received payments like this as well as the other guys mentioned. If so, there are going to be problems for the Far Northerner's...

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Player coaching is fine while you win. But as soon as you start losing it is hard to distinquish where the finger should be pointing. And don't kid yourself that it should be pointing towards yourself first.

The other problem comes with the "do as I say, not what I do" argument.. :)

I just hope that Wello is able to assemble a team that will keep the loses to a minimum.

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obviously you would take Baby shaq the man-mountain is killin it, an imho prob cook...

got sum mail re big fish, apparently boodnikoff an grabau too have a year off ABA in 08 whether its true or not remains to be seen. also zafitz show to not appear as Fitzy maybe looking to be a big game fish as well...

Rob Rose coachin heat good to see NBL greats getting back into it is junior Cann still there? if so will he be getting as much court time as last year??? CJ still coachin SW??

well theres the first Player/coach to be announced good luck to Ippy looks like they have a decent line-up to work with but i still think there will be at least one more maybe two player/coaches to be announced before the season begins..

Heard Justin Williams to player/coach Coastal.

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Wookie in the Swedish league after 9 games:

13.7 ppg @ 62% shooting
8.6 rpg in 25.9 min per game.

Team is currently fourth.

http://www.borasbasket.se/Handler.ashx?PhotoID=413&Size=L

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Heard Justin Williams to player/coach Coastal.

He's not that stupid.

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good to see wookie's as handsome as ever

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Rumour mill has it the neers looking for new coach after last years resigned. Maybe slightly nudged

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How can Wizrads be serious about recruiting paid players to club when the juniors are so bad. Fly you need to start building from bottom. Oh thats right your best juniors play for Brisbane. I also hear that Brisbane got Pine Rivers because BQ did not have confidence in wizards to develop juniors. Might be time to start thinking about what you guys are about. Sending someone to NZ to get a male player when your womens team and juniors are screaming out for support. Shame.

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Spot on about the poor old Wizards. We should all be grateful for the steady stream of coaches and players that exit the club and end up in our Associations. The Senior Men have always been the focus at the expense of both the juniors and womens program. Better to be up there with an ABA side with few home grown players - so that they at least have some bragging rights. They tell the players and parents that they dont have the coaches whilst they have had numerous coaches leave with significant qualifications and experience. All done to protect a few people in high places Shame Shame Shame

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Something not adding up. Certainly not much scope for "fun" with player/coach duties. Perhaps why Ipswich didnt go too good last year if their players were playing for fun.

This makes no sense

If you don't play basketball to have fun - you are playing the wrong game

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Player coaching is fine while you win. But as soon as you start losing it is hard to distinquish where the finger should be pointing. And don't kid yourself that it should be pointing towards yourself first.

The other problem comes with the "do as I say, not what I do" argument.. :)

I just hope that Wello is able to assemble a team that will keep the loses to a minimum.


I know exactly where the finger will be pointing because wello is harder on himself then anyone I know.

No one ever said this solution was ideal but unfortunately CJ Bruton and Rob Rose haven't put their hand up to coach, infact no one did. Instead of bagging wello out, lets see how he goes.

Good luck to him

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Can anyone tell me the date that the draw will be released ?

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Can anyone tell me the date that the draw will be released ?

First draft has been sent out to clubs. Clubs will then inform of any changes. Final draw should be available in a week or so...

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Player coaching is far superior in most respects because the coach has an acute understanding of what the players are experiencing. Especially at training where 90% of your coaching is done. His game will also improve as it is natural to lead by example and you are more acutely aware of that. Game coaching is not as tough as people think. It is easy enough to organise your rotations etc in advance and then adjust as you go
Shane Heal made the playoffs last year after taking over a team at the bottom of the ladder
All these experts have not player coached and know nothing so don't listen you guys will do just fine

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Apart from BBI they are definately in a fairly open pool and if they do get the players they are talking about, including Oriard, then they should be a pretty good chance of getting into the finals, no matter who is coaching.

I guess only time will tell. But it could be a tough year if they don't win their first two games against the Neers and Logan.

As for Hammer, I think you will find his days are numbered as a player/coach. Even though Cowan has always supported him I think the cards have started to crumble.

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They don't have a lot of talent and were terrible with a regular coach which makes the achievement even more amazing. A bit tough to expect them to continue overachieving

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Maroochydore Clippers basketball skipper Michael Goff figures he won’t have to adapt that much when long-time teammate Michael Redman takes over as coach next year.

Clippers boss sees smooth coach transition (http://www.thedaily.com.au/news/2007/dec/03/clippers-boss-sees-smooth-coach-transition-ahead/)

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How can Wizrads be serious about recruiting paid players to club when the juniors are so bad. Fly you need to start building from bottom. Oh thats right your best juniors play for Brisbane. I also hear that Brisbane got Pine Rivers because BQ did not have confidence in wizards to develop juniors. Might be time to start thinking about what you guys are about. Sending someone to NZ to get a male player when your womens team and juniors are screaming out for support. Shame.

The smart thing for BQ to do would have been to try and help wizards out a bit more, instead of starting pine rivers up. FYI pine rivers have only 1 junior rep team, which consists of a mix of BBI and Wizards players largely.

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How much help does a cashed up club need. With a large membership and a huge area to draw from what help do they want. Perhaps developing their own players and puting the emphasis back on the juniors might mean they dont want to leave. So long as thejuniors fund senior programs and junkets overseas an Association wont be supported. Try looking at why such a long list of coaches and players leave. With everything Wizards have got they should have players busting to play rep and coaches everywhere.

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Who is on the long list of players and coaches that have left and where are they playing now?

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Apart from BBI they are definately in a fairly open pool

BBI is not in the same pool as Ippy.

GC, Logan, SW, Neers, Ippy. All very beatable.

[Mr bEn]

Clippers boss sees smooth coach transition (http://www.thedaily.com.au/news/2007/dec/03/clippers-boss-sees-smooth-coach-transition-ahead/)

Good luck to Mick. He's a good bloke, and I hope he goes well with the team.

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Who is on the long list of players and coaches that have left and where are they playing now?

Townsville:
Departures: Warwick Cann (coach)... Also with new coach it's a real possibility that these players may be off the roster. Mark Ferguson, Grant Kruger, Andrew Goodwin, Todd Alloway.
Arrivals: Chris Cedar, Daniel Egan

Mackay:
Departures: Drew Williamson, Deba George, Stephen Pennissi.
Arrivals: Josh Jenkins, two American's

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Townsville:
Departures: Warwick Cann (coach)... Also with new coach it's a real possibility that these players may be off the roster. Mark Ferguson, Grant Kruger, Andrew Goodwin, Todd Alloway.
Arrivals: Chris Cedar, Daniel Egan

Mackay:
Departures: Drew Williamson, Deba George, Stephen Pennissi.
Arrivals: Josh Jenkins, two American's

where is deba george going to be playing ??????

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Who is on the long list of players and coaches that have left and where are they playing now?

Who is on the long list.... Well just think about the coaches that have left the Wizards since and including Dale Ryan. Just the Senior teams alone have had massive turnovers. Most have taken up positions at Brisbane and the Like. Dale Ryan, Patsy Elarde Bruce Andrews are all well credentialled (and qualified)and even the Womens Development League Coach from last year walked midseason. Anyone thought to ask why. The successful development programs that were in place have been discontinued. The selection process is very dodgy and has no credibility and when they manage to have good coaches come in they soon see the disarray.

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How much help does a cashed up club need. With a large membership and a huge area to draw from what help do they want. Perhaps developing their own players and puting the emphasis back on the juniors might mean they dont want to leave. So long as thejuniors fund senior programs and junkets overseas an Association wont be supported. Try looking at why such a long list of coaches and players leave. With everything Wizards have got they should have players busting to play rep and coaches everywhere.

What happened to the response from the disgruntled Womens ABA player. I see it got wiped. I heard that Ben Does is now on the Boondall team. Does this mean freedom of speech is gone on this site????

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What happened to the response from the disgruntled Womens ABA player. I see it got wiped. I heard that Ben Does is now on the Boondall team. Does this mean freedom of speech is gone on this site????

Was not I. Haven't been following the discussion, let alone removing anything :cool:

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Stop 'nick'ing the posts :D

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What happened to the response from the disgruntled Womens ABA player. I see it got wiped. I heard that Ben Does is now on the Boondall team. Does this mean freedom of speech is gone on this site????

Isn't fly the super moderator...?????????????????????????????????????? ???????????

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Stop 'nick'ing the posts :D

hahaha that's funny, most probably true.

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hahaha that's funny, most probably true.

So its a control thing....... it all makes sense now.........credibility meltdown

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where is deba george going to be playing ??????

pretty sure deba's going back to Mackay...

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2 Cents, you know this on good accord or just making an assumption.
Am an uninformed Meteor fan just wondering how our team is shaping up...
Apart from Cairns, Townsville, Brisbane, Rockhampton who does everyone think will be contending ?

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2 Cents, you know this on good accord or just making an assumption.
Am an uninformed Meteor fan just wondering how our team is shaping up...
Apart from Cairns, Townsville, Brisbane, Rockhampton who does everyone think will be contending ?

GLADSTONE big dark horse contenders in 08!!! haha obviously im baiting the haters here to see who's pathetic enough to come on an rebuke me for that statement...

mate if i was a betting man which i am i would put more than 2 cents on deba being there next year...

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Mackay Meteors announce signings...
Carl Teske - Forward from Mount Gambier Pioneers
Josh Jenkins - Guard / Forward from Townsville

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i hear that maroochydore is getting cameron tragardh!?!?! should be very interesting if thats the case.

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i hear that maroochydore is getting cameron tragardh!?!?! should be very interesting if thats the case.

Story in Rocky is that he is going to Europe...

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Anyone know an official date for the draw to be released ?

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heard from a very good source Lloyd Lewis is playing for ippy - Hervey Bay gang starting to get back together - maybe a little asian might end up there too get the whole crew together lol

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heard from a very good source Lloyd Lewis is playing for ippy - Hervey Bay gang starting to get back together - maybe a little asian might end up there too get the whole crew together lol

I somehow doubt Copes would allow that ;)

Besides I seem to remember that the HB team you are referring to didn't even make the Cross finals until Shep spend all the junior money on two 6'10" imports.

How big is the big fellow these days anyways? Last time I saw him he would rival Stolle for Biggest Loser.

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I am all for reasonable free speech, but to the individual (you know who you are, as do I) who has launched a number of personal attacks on another individual/association of late, cut the crap. If you've got beef then leave the rubbish for somewhere else. I and the majority of others are interested in legitimate QABL talk, not childish insults. First and last warning before somebody else takes it further mate.

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I somehow doubt Copes would allow that ;)

Besides I seem to remember that the HB team you are referring to didn't even make the Cross finals until Shep spend all the junior money on two 6'10" imports.

How big is the big fellow these days anyways? Last time I saw him he would rival Stolle for Biggest Loser.

Best shape of his life - playing big over in states at the moment. He wants a chance to prove himself in Australia again.

And on your shot at hervey bay - the year before they won it - wello only played last 8 games and lloyd only played half the season, would of been a different story otherwise. Also the year they did win it the team was 7-1 before the seppos got out here and would of had a very good shake of winning it without them.

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Best shape of his life - playing big over in states at the moment.......

http://www.lindseyathletics.com/images/mug_shots/2007-08/lloyd_lewis_30_mb1.jpg

Stats (http://www.lindseyathletics.com/roster/5/6/113.php)

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http://www.lindseyathletics.com/images/mug_shots/2007-08/lloyd_lewis_30_mb1.jpg

Stats (http://www.lindseyathletics.com/roster/5/6/113.php)


going 16 and 7 isn't too bad at all over there

why are you hating on lloyd mate? He will do good for ippy

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why are you hating on lloyd mate? He will do good for ippy

??? I just posted a link to his stats. How is that HATING..?
Time to wean yourself off the red cordial mate...

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LOL lloyda .....love it...

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??? I just posted a link to his stats. How is that HATING..?
Time to wean yourself off the red cordial mate...

My apologies - I thought you linked it being a smart ass with the last quote that said he was killing it - which I think he is - shooting 49% from the field and 45% from three point line - those bigs from the other sides better learn to carry a hand.

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I somehow doubt Copes would allow that ;)

Besides I seem to remember that the HB team you are referring to didn't even make the Cross finals until Shep spend all the junior money on two 6'10" imports.

How big is the big fellow these days anyways? Last time I saw him he would rival Stolle for Biggest Loser.

Shep spend all junior money wat a laugh that team was fully run on sponsorship and fundraising by the team themselves and a small minority of helpers and i should know as i spent many weekends selling raffle tickets at markets and bottle drivethrus as well as sitting outside woolies so get ur facts straight about where the money came none from HBA juniors

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not to be mean or anything but i dont really see the humour in the HB association being broke an having a barely run seniors comp an let alone not being in the aba anymore...

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Shep spend all junior money wat a laugh that team was fully run on sponsorship and fundraising by the team themselves and a small minority of helpers and i should know as i spent many weekends selling raffle tickets at markets and bottle drivethrus as well as sitting outside woolies so get ur facts straight about where the money came none from HBA juniors

Well o then you didn't sell enough raffle tickets as I seem to recall the team almost got kicked out of the finals as they weren't paid up. Guess where the money came from.

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not to be mean or anything but i dont really see the humour in the HB association being broke an having a barely run seniors comp an let alone not being in the aba anymore...

Alot of associations are broke - but as the person said earlier you fundraise and work hard to get yourself in a good situation. Don buying a couple of players didn't break the bank....

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Alot of associations are broke - but as the person said earlier you fundraise and work hard to get yourself in a good situation. Don buying a couple of players didn't break the bank....



THEN WHY ARENT THEY IN THE COMP ANYMORE>>???

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Anyone know an official date for the draw to be released ?

Official Draw (http://www.qabl.basketball.net.au/_uploads/res/126_39693.pdf)

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THEN WHY ARENT THEY IN THE COMP ANYMORE>>???

More then just money mate!! Get your facts straight before you go mouthing off

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More then just money mate!! Get your facts straight before you go mouthing off

settle down it was a question. so why dont u answer it

angry little man

hahahaha

people get so fired up on here... lol

p.s i dont think asking a question constitutes as mouthing off

loser

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settle down it was a question. so why dont u answer it

angry little man

hahahaha

people get so fired up on here... lol

p.s i dont think asking a question constitutes as mouthing off

loser

calling me a loser is certainly mouthing off - there are other reasons they are not in the competition, I don't even know who you are so why would I tell you. I just don't like no names like yourself coming on here and stirring trouble. Hervey Bay was a great association in the SC league and hopefully one day they can come back into the QABL.

p.s. loser

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Nello confirmed to US college according to the NewsMail.

Who is Bam?

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The last season the Hurricanes played in the QABL was NOT run entirely on sponsorship and fundraising, the association was left in a heap of debt for alot of different reasons. Notwithstanding this, alot of effort by the current committee, the debt has albetit negated.

To clarify any rumours, Hurricanes will not be competing in any competion until someone with the desire and inclination shows up to help out with managmeent and coaching. And after all of that it will only be dependent on the help of BQ, which appears to be solely focused on Yeppoon, Rocky and Gladstone, even though Hurricanes are in debt (albeit reduced) and members dwindling. Sure enought BQ have been conducting school visits but this is not increasing memebrships and not improving the management and rebuilding of the association. When the management improves then the association can start to rebuild....the sooner BQ recognise this the better....this is not meant to be any disrespect to the current committee but they have done the absolute best they can with the very limited resources available and should be comended for there tireless and committed efforts.

All old school Hurricanes are now playing in the Maryborough Basketball Association (not BQ) where the competition is stronger and the competition organised, and all current members of HBBA are starting to realise that the grass is greener in Maryborough, as there seems to be a steady flow of ex-HBBA members travelling 25mins down the road where games are cheaper, organised and refereed properly.

Hope this clarifies a few things.

Regards
Kane

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The last season the Hurricanes played in the QABL was NOT run entirely on sponsorship and fundraising, the association was left in a heap of debt for alot of different reasons. Notwithstanding this, alot of effort by the current committee, the debt has albetit negated.

To clarify any rumours, Hurricanes will not be competing in any competion until someone with the desire and inclination shows up to help out with managmeent and coaching. And after all of that it will only be dependent on the help of BQ, which appears to be solely focused on Yeppoon, Rocky and Gladstone, even though Hurricanes are in debt (albeit reduced) and members dwindling. Sure enought BQ have been conducting school visits but this is not increasing memebrships and not improving the management and rebuilding of the association. When the management improves then the association can start to rebuild....the sooner BQ recognise this the better....this is not meant to be any disrespect to the current committee but they have done the absolute best they can with the very limited resources available and should be comended for there tireless and committed efforts.

All old school Hurricanes are now playing in the Maryborough Basketball Association (not BQ) where the competition is stronger and the competition organised, and all current members of HBBA are starting to realise that the grass is greener in Maryborough, as there seems to be a steady flow of ex-HBBA members travelling 25mins down the road where games are cheaper, organised and refereed properly.

Hope this clarifies a few things.

Regards
Kane

well said

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Who is coaching Goldie ABA this year? Who is running around for them heard Toby Z giving it away and Booga clearing out. Wondered who else is leaving or staying?

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Who is coaching Goldie ABA this year? Who is running around for them heard Toby Z giving it away and Booga clearing out. Wondered who else is leaving or staying?

I think Johnny is doing it again - Toby isn't playing - booga is looking elsewhere

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Thanks mate I thought John Szigetti think thats how you spell it was leaving to?

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Does anyone know if Rockys import from last year Jeff Gloger is gonna play for them again??


and also where is Heath Gameron playing next season??? will college allow him to play????

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there is no chance jeff would be allowed back.. he lacks what the general world calls 'ticker' his heart doesn't beat i'm sure of it.. but for any other club... great pick-up.

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Smith ready to switch on powerhouse (http://www.gladstoneobserver.com.au/localsport/storydisplay.cfm?storyid=3758086&thesection=localsport&thesubsection=&thesecondsubsection=)



After a mixed opening season in the Queensland Australian Basketball League (QABL), the club yesterday confirmed one of the biggest signings in the league with 10-year NBL veteran Blair Smith set to guide the men into next season.

'There is a lot of good local talent coming through the Power program, and along with having guys like Michael Kingma, who is without a doubt one of the best big men in the league, I see a lot of potential for the club to go forward,' said Smith

In a further boost, Smith said his input to the team would not just be confined to the sidelines, with the 6 foot 9 powerhouse declaring he would suit up in Power colours

However he did say the club would be keen on trying to lure a quality point guard to the city.

[Mr bEn]

That's great news for the Power. They need all the help they can get, being in the POD and all.

Having Smith establishes a smidge more respectability to the club, and with the expected return of Wookie, they have a reliable frontline at the very least.