General News

Southern Districts are proud to announce that they in promotion with the local radio station will be doing promotions for the new movie 17 Again.

On Friday the 27th March and Saturday 4th April fans can win tickets to the movie "17 Again" and also t-shirts simply by being in the audience.

Reminder this Friday is members night and all you need to do to get in free is produce your regsitartion receipt.

On Saturday the 4th if you are in by half time of the Carina Laegues Club Lady Spartans game you will get in for half price.

The Southern Districts basketball program shone in every area this week when they dominated the sport in both seniors and juniors.

The Arrow Caravans & Towbars Brisbane Spartans started the week-end by winnning their fourth straight SEABL game in a row in another thriller against newcomers the Dandenong Rangers, 114 – 111 in Brisbane on Friday night.

With the Carina Leagues Club Lady Spartans enjoying the weekend off, the Brisbane Spartans men were the showpiece event for the night and they didn’t disappoint.

After a sluggish start and six points behind at the end of the first quarter, the Spartans turned things around in the second, outscoring the visitors 39 – 24 in that period, enjoying a nine point lead into the main break.

The lead was reduced to just five points at the end of the third, setting up a mouth watering fourth quarter of SEABL basketball. A fiery clash erupted midway between Spartans Tyson Demos and Rangers Vince Inglima who exchanged words, resulting in unsportsmanlike fouls and many free throws.

A total of 77 free throws were attempted from both teams during the stop-start game.

Last weeks SEABL Player of the Week, Chris Goulding lead with 26 points with Greg Vanderjagt adding 25 points and 13 rebounds with Ash Cannan chipping in a valuable 23 points against his former team.

Vince Inglima led all scorers with 35 points and Dusty Jura close behind him with 29 points for the Rangers.

The Brisbane Spartans have now won four straight games and are yet to taste defeat this season and are sitting on top of the Eastern Conference SEABL ladder.

“It obviously makes a big difference having a complete team at the start of this thing,” Spartans head coach Bruce Palmer said. “In previous seasons at this time, we are 0 – 3 or 1 – 4 or something like that waiting for NBL players to come in. This is a marathon not a sprint. But I am very happy in where we are positioned right now,” he concluded.

In the post game function, Spartans welcomed back super-star guard Adam Gibson, the current NBL’s best defender and two-time NBL Championship winner, who presented the post game MVP award to his former Brisbane Bullets and Spartans team mate, Chris Goulding.

Both Brisbane Spartans men and women teams will be back at the Carina Basketball Stadium this Saturday night with the Carina Leagues Club Brisbane Lady Spartans playing the Launceston Tornadoes at 6pm and the Arrow Caravans & Towbars Brisbane Spartans Men taking on Albury/Wodonga Bandits at 8pm.

In the juniors the Association also showed they are a class act by winning for the second year in a row, the “Harold Peacock Shield”.

This award is presented by Basketball Queensland to the best junior program within the competition in the South East of Queensland in age groups from under 12 through to under 18 in both male and female competition. It started in October 2008 and finished on Saturday night when all grand finals being played at the Brisbane Entertainment centre at Boondall.

“We are continually looking at ways to develop our junior players and I personally want to thank all those volunteers who have coached and managed our teams over the past season” offered Charles Ellis, President of Southern Districts. “The development program, UPPS, we run between seasons is proving the difference between us and the other Associations. Our under 12 girls, under the direction of Mathew Beggs, went undefeated and our under 14 boys Cup team both won with most teams finishing in the top four”.

The Under Pinning Program starts again after Easter and this year will have again the best coaching staff available including many former NBL and WNBL players involved. It is hard work but if a young player wants to get better then they must be willing to do the extra. Persons interested in attending should contact Greg Vanderjagt on 3398 2790 during business hours.


ENDS email sdbal@bigpond.net.au phone 3398 2790 www.sdspartans.basketball.net.au

Spartans Think PINK

The Carina Leagues Club Brisbane Lady Spartans and The Arrow Caravans & Towbars Brisbane Spartans Mens teams have both continued with their tremendous community support, and will wear PINK uniforms for all their SEABL games in May 2009 in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

In a SEABL first, the specially designed PINK basketball uniforms will be worn by all Spartans men and women players for road games in Canberra, Nunawading, Knox, Albury/Wodonga, Bendigo and Ballarat and home games against Sandringham, Knox, Mt Gambier and Dandenong.

The National Breast Cancer Foundation is the leading community-funded organization in Australia raising money for research into the prevention, detection and treatment of breast cancer. The National Breast Cancer Foundation recently achieved a new milestone having now funded $55 million across 230 research programs since 1994.

The Brisbane Lady Spartans play in Bendigo and Ballart, while the Brisbane Spartans men play Canberra Gunners and the Australian Institute of Sport in the first weekend of May and all Spartans will be wearing PINK. The Brisbane fans will get their first taste of the PINK on Saturday 9 May when they return to take on Sandringham.

“I had contacted the SEABL office earlier in the year with the idea,” Spartans Operations Manager Joe Tertzakian said. “They approved it and fully support the initiative. Providing no other team wears PINK uniforms, we will be right for the entire month as no team will clash with the PINK,” he concluded.

The Spartans will officially launch the initiative at their home game on Saturday 25 April with Breast Cancer officials making the announcement and a preview of the PINK uniforms all Spartans players will wear for the month will be unveiled.

Everyone is encouraged to support this historic event and great cause, which will be coupled with a special ANZAC DAY pre-game presentation.

Lady Spartans tip off at 6pm with the Spartans men starting at 8pm.

ENDS
For further information please contact: sdbal@bigpond.net.au

CHRISTIAN SALECICH
03.04.09 12:42

Like many other basketball players, Christian Salecich played another sport when he was growing up. Unlike other players, Christian’s sport was not Aussie Rules or cricket or any of the other usual suspects. Christian played soccer, which is “football” for nearly all the rest of the world. Christian has a family background in soccer so playing soccer made sense. The skill level, team chemistry, and focus required in basketball appealed to Christian and his hard work lead him to the AIS.



Christian’s road to the AIS started on the Gold Coast where he began playing basketball as an 8 year old. He played on the Gold Coast through his u/18 years when he moved to Brisbane to play with the Brisbane Spartans (formerly the Southern Districts Spartans).



Two coaches who Christian remembered from his early career are Ben O’Bree and David Claxton. Ben coached Christian in club basketball and taught Christian not only about the skills of basketball but also about the importance of intensity. Christian was coached in high school by David Claxton, a long-time NBL coach, who developed Christian’s overall game. Ben and David established a solid foundation of basketball skills. Marty Clarke and Paul Gorris at the AIS have been able to build on these skills and have given Christian life skills as well.



Christian is beginning his third SEABL season, all for the AIS. His two favourite things about SEABL are the level of competition and the travel. The high level of competition means that players are faced every game with a different challenge. One game a player might be responsible for defending a great scorer while the next game the same player might have to be a scorer. This means players never have a game they can take for granted. Travelling means players need to learn how to prepare mentally and physically for games where travelling might have left them unready to play a game.



Though he does not now take any active role in coaching, Christian has maintained his contacts with his junior associations. When he retires, he plans to coach juniors; but before his coaching career begins, Christian’s major goal in basketball is to represent Australia at an Olympics or World Championships.



Having already played in the Albert Schweitzer tournament last year, where the Aussies finished third, Christian is climbing toward his goal.

POSITION VACANT
REFEREE EDUCATOR/NIGHT SUPERVISOR
Southern Districts Basketball is seeking the services of a Referee Educator/Pathways Coordinator for their Senior and Junior Basketball Programmes.
TITLE: REFEREE EDUCATOR/PATHWAY COORDINATOR
RESPONSIBLE TO: SOUTHERN DISTRICTS BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION LTD (SDBAL)
SALARY: NEGOTIABLE APPLICATIONS CLOSE: July 21st,2009
HOURS OF EMPLOYMENT: AS PER COMPETITION SCHEDULE
Job entails working with SDBAL members and associated workgroups in the development and production of programme principles, implementing and monitoring of assesment plans and elite development of suitable referees.
• Managing the development and implementation of standards set by Basketball Qld. In coorperation of Basketball Australia.
• Providing administrative support in the development of communication and performance plans for all levels of referees.
SKILLS REQUIRED:
• Excellent knowledge and successful experiences of officiating basketball at differing levels of the game, including an elite level.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people, both written and verbal.
• Effective managerial and administrative skills, with a proven track record within a basketball environment.
• Able to manage projects effectively and to bring a positive attitude to a challenging position.
• Show integrity and is fair, equitable and ethical in approach.
• Must have, or be prepared to apply for a Blue Card.
If you feel you are the right person for the job then please send in your resume to Mr Allan Ladewig at sdbal@bigpond.net.au or by mail to P O Box 430 CARINA, Qld. 4152 by the above date.

FINALS Cost Structure


Dear Supporters

The finals are nearly on us and with both teams doing so well we are now looking at ensuring those who have been supporting the teams throughout the year have the first option of attending what will be a great finals series.

At this stage the men (1st) to be at home on the 8th August and we are hoping the women are not. The top 2 women’s teams do not play first week of the finals. If the women are playing then the night will be a double header.

If the men win on the 8th then they will play the Grand final here at Carina on August 22nd. If they win that then they will play in Melbourne on August 29th against winner of other Conference. For the men we will host at least 2 finals.

For the Lady Spartans it looks like they will finish 1st or 2nd , however this will not be known for at least three more weeks. Hopefully they will play as 1st here on the 15th August. If they win that one they are straight through to the Grand final in Melbourne.

Should however they lose on the 15th Then they will play at home on the 22nd August. This is the only way the women would play at home twice.

The different finals games will all be on sale from the Monday following the previous game.




I have place a flow chart over the page for your better understanding. This is a very fair system for both teams and rewards those who performed best over the season.

Below you will find the costs for all finals packages. We trust that you will be able to attend the games and support your teams the Arrow caravan & Towbar Spartans and the Carina Leagues Club Lady Spartans.


Double header games

General Admission Adult $12
Child $6
Student $8
Concession $8
Spartan Junior $5 Wear Rep shirt
SDBAL Member $10 Must have receipt
Base line box (4) $200 Catered
Side line box (6) $260 Catered
VIP Seating $15


Stand alone games

General Admission Adult $10
Child $5
Student $5
Concession $5
Spartan Junior $4 Wear Rep shirt
SDBAL Member $8 Must have receipt
Base line box (4) $175 Catered
Side line box (6) $200 Catered
VIP Seating $12


I trust that I have explained everything well enough to make sure you will be here on the finals nights. If you need any additional information or want to arrange a group booking please contact me by email on sdbal@bigpond.net.au


Yours In Basketball


Allan Ladewig

REFEREE APPOINTMENT

The Southern Districts Basketball Association has moved a step closer to completing the three year restructure, ensuring the best possible enjoyment for both social and serious athletes by securing the services of Stephanie Onn as the referees educator.

Onn who has been a driving force in referee development over the last few years in the southern parts of Queensland starts from next Monday in restructuring and education of both the old and new referees with a focus on referee educator development.

“We have had so many young talented officials starting here over the last ten years but we have always had trouble keeping them” offered Charles Ellis, Association President. “Stephanie is respected and knows her stuff. We advertised the position and she was without doubt the most qualified applicant”.

Onn went on to say on her appointment. “I have been involved with the game of basketball for the past 14 years. During this time I have contributed in many different ways to the promotion and running of the sport. I have coached and managed teams, held several different Club and Association management roles (Treasurer/ Vice President/ Secretary...), performed on score
benches at all levels up to ABA, successfully managed ‘game days’ (both junior, senior and BQJBC), refereed all levels of basketball up to BQ - Men’s Development League and evaluated/ coached referees up to level 2. I like what Southern Districts are doing and I wanted to be part of that”.

Recently Onn has been working with the Logan Basketball Association as the Junior Referee Development Officer. Her main focus in this role has been to bring the management and development of their junior referees up to an acceptable standard. This Onn achieved in six months and while still supporting the Logan program will turn her focus to the Southern Districts Basketball Association.

Referees and those wanting to get involved who wish to join the program should contact the office on 3398 2790.

ENDS www.sdspartans.basketball.net.au Phone 3398 2790
email sdbal@bigpond.net.au

Spartans Sign New Sponsor


Things just keep getting better at the Rowland Cowan Stadium, at the Clem Jones Youth Centre, home of the Arrow Caravan and Towbar Spartans and the Carina Leagues Club Lady Spartans.

Within one week of both teams securing finals in the South East Australian Basketball League the home Association, Southern Districts, has signed up “Se7en” as the newest sponsor.

“This is exciting times for us’ stated Allan Ladewig, General Manager, “After three years we are back on the finals scene. We knew when we jumped from the QABL to the SEABL competition, three years ago, things would get tougher but this year we have been able to showcase the young Queenslanders that are playing up here. Having Se7en join us as so many other local business are now is proof we made the right decision. The players are happier and the supporters love the standard’.

Se7en is the newest player on the block with the re-invigoration of the classic Aussie sandwich with additions featuring “All Day Breakfast Sandwiches” and salads with a high energy modem feel.

The first two Se7en stores to open were at the Calamvale Central Shopping Centre and the Capalaba Central shopping Centre with a third about to open at Garden City. Another five are planned over the next twelve months.

“We at Se7en are proud to be involved with the professionalism of Allan and the Southern Districts team and the great work they do not only for basketball, but as importantly. The greater community.
“Go the Brisbane Spartans” said Se7en operations manager Robert Sawkins.

“The Association is proud to have Se7en join us as we move towards the finals” offered Charles Ellis, President. “The products they sell are healthy and geared for the family just as we are as a sport here at the Clem Jones Youth Centre.

As a one off promotion Se7en have made 200 vouchers available for only $5 at the canteen at the stadium. All proceeds will go to the junior program enabling some less advantaged children within the community to play the sport.

The vouchers have an automatic worth of $7 plus an ongoing discount that means the more you eat the better the deal is.

ENDS www.sdapartsn.basketball.net.au Phone 3398 2790
Email sdbal@bigpond.net.au

NBL Return to Brisbane

The NBL is returning to Brisbane all be it brief. Since the demise of the Brisbane Bullets in 2008, Brisbane has struggled to bring the NBL back to Brisbane however, with the help of the Brisbane Spartans and the Gold Coast Blaze, this is now a reality.

On Monday 17 August 2009 the Gold Coast Blaze will play a pre-season game at the Carina Basketball Stadium against highly touted USA College, St Mary’s, former school of current NBA draftee, Patrick Mills and the future school of Queenslanders Jorden Page (Maroochydore Basketball Association) and Mitch Young (Logan Basketball Inc.)

You are invited to purchase a corporate for the night which includes:
• 6 courtside seats
• Finger Food
• Drinks on arrival
• Logo recognition in game night program
• Verbal recognition over PA system throughout the game

For an investment of just $275.00 (inc GST) you can enjoy all of the above and be part of the NBL’s return to Brisbane.

For further information please contact: 3398 2790.

Friday the 18th September



2009 Awards Winners SDBAL


Junior Referee Year Eamon McGovern
Junior Referee Supervisor Lesley Clunes
Senior Supervisor Year Margaret Groves
Bench Official Year Alice Rozynski
Stats Person Year Adam Tipping
Volunteer Year Peter Brophy
Junior Manager Year Ally Kohler
Junior Coach Year Mathew Beggs
Senior Coach Year Donna Rinaldi


Spartans Team Player Mat Edmonds
Defensive Player Thalo Green
Tyson Demos
MVP Ash Cannan


Lady Spartans Most Improved Karli Currie
MVP Emma Randall
Shona O’Bree
Defensive Player Kate Willey


Kathryn Bahlmann Award “Players Player” Jeff Morton


Junior Presidents Trophy Sarah Foster

MA Kelly Awhina Axam

Presidents Trophy Jo Smith

EXPESSIONS OF INTEREST

The SDBAL is proud to announce the start of our new development programs aimed at ensuring a pathway for our juniors as they move towards the senior ranks. The pathways are for both men and women, with additional programs on offer in 2010.

Persons interested in the following programs need apply to the :-

The Secretary
SDBAL
PO Box 430
Carina 4152

Program One
Port Macquarie / Pacific Slam January 12th through to January 21st 2010
A male and female team will compete at this event in the under 17 age groupings. Players involved in current State programs will not be considered for selection. Approximate cost will be $850. Players will be required to train in preparation in January 2010.

Program Two
The under 20 men’s and women’s team training will start on Wednesday 14th October through to the 8th December (5:30pm till 7:30pm) under the direction of Mr Peter Pendle. The squads will train in preparation for the 2010 GBL season. Cost for the trainings will be $88 (total cost) for nine sessions with all players being given a reversible shirt, which they must train in.

Big’s Program
Starts on Friday 16th October (4pm till 5:45pm) and goes through to December 4th. This for players with the desire to play inside in the 3, 4 or 5 positions. Cost will be $55 which includes. Representative players should make every effort to attend these sessions.

Shooters Program
Start 6th February 2010. There will be 12 separate programs on offer that will all run for 4 weeks (one hour) on Sunday mornings. Younger players are encouraged to apply to be accepted from level one. Mature and more advanced players may enter at a level deemed appropriate to skill level.

Victoria
SDBAL in conjunction with BBI will be sending five players for each team (male & female under 18 teams) to Victoria for the Dandenong Australia Day carnival 2010. Approximate costs will be $850 with former State Coaching staff in charge. Players will be expected to do extra training on the holiday break in preparation for this event.

These programs are on offer by application only. If you desire to attend fill out the form below and lodge by the 16th October 2010.

Members of SDBAL will be given first chance at filling vacant positions but if these are not filled by the 20th October we will open the selection to any person who has applied within the set times frames.

Name ………………………………………………

Address ……………………………………………..

………………………… Post Code ………..

Phone No. ……..……………… Email Address …………………………………..

D.O.B. ………………………Club ………………………... BQ Rego No. …………………

Program applied for Port Macquarie

Under 20 Men / Women

Big’s

Shooters level 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Elite

Victoria


Personal Details

Playing experience We are asking you to detail what you have done in the sport of basketball. It is not on what selection will be totally based.

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Personal Goals This is about what you see for yourself.

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Any additional questions should be directed to Allan Ladewig on 0403 244 318 during normal business hours.

Hello All,



BBI & SDBAL is proud to announce a joint venture program aimed at ensuring a pathway for our juniors as they move towards the senior ranks. In conjunction with SDBAL will be sending approximately five players per team (male & female U18 teams) to Victoria for the Dandenong Australia Day Carnival 2010. Players will be expected to train on the holiday break in preparation for this event (possibly 3 or 4 trainings sessions). This is our first time attending this tournament, if this is successful we would consider participating in this event or similar events each year.





Selection Process;

Southern Districts and Brisbane Basketball are sending an expression of interest to all players in their Premier League Teams. From your email responses a team will be selected. To keep cost to a minimum a decision would be required from you by the 8th October 2009.



If you are selected a $200 non-refundable deposit would need to be paid by the 16th October 2009. I envisage at this stage that the cost for this event would be approximately $850.00 per player. BBI are happy to donate a further $2000 to cover the costs of coaches, score bench and mangers. Should you be selected in a State Team, Murry Aldred has informed me he would be happy to release you from any State Commitment to attend this event. This would be confirmed once State Coaches are appointed and their training calendars finalised.



Details of Event;



Dandenong Tournament 22st January – 24th January, 2010



Coaches U18 Boys Team: Rob Scheibner (BBI) and Dillon Salfy (SD)



U18 Girls Team: Donna Rinaldi (SD) and Sarah Cohen (BBI)



Travel Details:



Accommodation Discovery Caravan Park

Arrive Thursday

Depart Monday

Originally Posted by Working Together

Hello All,



BBI & SDBAL is proud to announce a joint venture program aimed at ensuring a pathway for our juniors as they move towards the senior ranks. In conjunction with SDBAL will be sending approximately five players per team (male & female U18 teams) to Victoria for the Dandenong Australia Day Carnival 2010. Players will be expected to train on the holiday break in preparation for this event (possibly 3 or 4 trainings sessions). This is our first time attending this tournament, if this is successful we would consider participating in this event or similar events each year.





Selection Process;

Southern Districts and Brisbane Basketball are sending an expression of interest to all players in their Premier League Teams. From your email responses a team will be selected. To keep cost to a minimum a decision would be required from you by the 8th October 2009.



If you are selected a $200 non-refundable deposit would need to be paid by the 16th October 2009. I envisage at this stage that the cost for this event would be approximately $850.00 per player. BBI are happy to donate a further $2000 to cover the costs of coaches, score bench and mangers. Should you be selected in a State Team, Murry Aldred has informed me he would be happy to release you from any State Commitment to attend this event. This would be confirmed once State Coaches are appointed and their training calendars finalised.



Details of Event;



Dandenong Tournament 22st January – 24th January, 2010



Coaches U18 Boys Team: Rob Scheibner (BBI) and Dillon Salfy (SD)



U18 Girls Team: Donna Rinaldi (SD) and Sarah Cohen (BBI)



Travel Details:



Accommodation Discovery Caravan Park

Arrive Thursday

Depart Monday

I am of the assumption that both associations will be contributing $2k each towards this event.