Welcome to Spinners 2024 Annual Tournament
Welcome to the Suncoast Spinners Wheelchair Basketball 2024 Annual Tournament! This much-anticipated event is a showcase of determination, skill, and the spirit of inclusivity. Held in January each year, the three-day tournment is highly recognised on the National Basketball Calendar.
Each year, we bring together some of the finest athletes from around the country to compete in a tournament that defies boundaries and redefines the limits of possibility. Our players demonstrate not only their physical prowess on the court but also their indomitable spirit and the courage to rise above challenges.
This year, we invite you to join us in celebrating this incredible display of athleticism and resilience. Whether you’re a seasoned fan or new to wheelchair basketball, prepare to be inspired as you witness the power of sport in breaking down barriers and fostering unity.
Spectators are welcome to come along and see this amazing sport. You will be mesmerised with the level of skill and talent on court. Competitors rang in age from 6 to 60 years of age. Yes 60! Three levels of competition from beginners to Australia’s Elite.
We look forward to seeing you at the Suncoast Spinners Wheelchair Basketball 2024 Annual Tournament!
2024 Tournament
NOTICE 22 August 2024
Suncoast Spinners Wheelchair Basketball 2024 TOURNAMENT
We are delighted to announce that the 2024 Tournament has been locked into the calendar.
January 19, 20, 21, 2024
Caloundra Indoor stadium
Player fee $135 each
Team registrations are now open,
Individual nominations will open Sept 1st,
While the Suncoast Spinners tournament continues to grow in popularity and numbers each year, we would like to remind all team management, coaches and players that the event is 100% volunteer led and delivered. This includes our amazing referees who attend the event at their own cost and volunteer their time. Without this amazing support we would not be in position to host our annual tournament.
The tournament takes enormous commitment from our club committee, all of whom are volunteers. We work all year to find the funding, sponsors and support to ensure we can deliver an event that is affordable and enjoyable for everyone.
As we look forward to Suncoast Spinners 2024 wheelchair basketball Tournament, let’s take a look back at 2023 to see why the Suncoast Spinners Tournament is the wheelchair basketball event of the year.
TEAM Registrations - OPEN
To be completed and return by September 31, 2023.ed
We will contact team managers prior to September 1st to confirm the playing list before sending out player nominations.
INDIVIDUAL Registrations - NOW OPEN
Individual Player Nominations are now OPEN.
Tournament RAFFLE
This year to help fund the tournament and maintain the high standard of the event you have come to expect, we are running a tournament raffle.
Tickets are $10 each, 3 for $20, 10 for $50 with a great list of prizes.
Please support our fundraising efforts by sharing the raffle link with your team members, family and friends.
Prizes include a Melrose Wheelbag, Accommodation voucher, Sunshine Coast Lightning pack, $250 Rebel Sports Gift Card, Wildlife HQ Family Pass and more.
Team Accommodation
For teams requiring team booking accommodation we recommend you contact the Currimundi Recreation center ASAP as availability is limited and will fill up fast.
Group bookings only, no individual bookings.
Accessible rooms available. 10 minute drive to the stadium. Cheapest rates on the Sunshine Coast – Dorm style cabins.
Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct
Contact: Carlee Oster
Carlee.Oster@dtis.qld.gov.au
Client Relations Officer
Sport and Recreation Venues
Department of Tourism, Innovation and Sport
80 Currimundi Road, CURRIMUNDI QLD 4551
PO Box 780, MOFFAT BEACH QLD 4551
dtis.qld.gov.au
THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS!
MAJOR EVENT SPONSORS
Welcome to the Sunshine Coast for the annual Suncoast Spinners Wheelchair Basketball Tournament, the largest competition of its kind in Australia.
Sunshine Coast Council is proud to sponsor the event. As a sport loving community, we appreciate the opportunity to host a diverse range of sporting events, competitions and training opportunities which enable talented athletes to grow, develop and compete in a safe, friendly environment.
The Sunshine Coast climate and landscape are the perfect recipe for enjoying an active and outdoor lifestyle. This is all part of being Australia’s most sustainable region – healthy, smart, creative.
As one of Australia’s leading tourism destinations, our Sunshine Coast offers visitors a wide range of accessible tourist experiences, with outstanding natural attractions and entertainment, arts and culture options and a vibrant dining scene that I hope you have the opportunity to enjoy.
Council recognises that creating an accessible city is a key factor in improving the lives of residents and visitors. We are committed to working within our community to provide accessible places and a range of options for travelling across the Sunshine Coast. From our accessible beach program to our Mobility Mapping project, you can find out more on our website sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au
On behalf of the Sunshine Coast, I wish the best of luck to all participants, and I look forward to welcoming you back to our Sunshine Coast in the future.
OFFICIAL TERTIARY SPONSOR
COMMUNITY SPONSORS
IN-KIND SPONSORS
