🏀 Wildcats & Olympians Basketball Tour – Coming to Gnowangerup, Ongerup & Borden

Perth Wildcats players and former Olympians are visiting the region for two exciting days of basketball clinics, youth talks and community connection. This special tour gives young people and adults the chance to train with elite athletes, build confidence, learn new skills, and hear real-life stories about resilience, teamwork and chasing big goals.

Sessions are suitable for a wide range of ages and experience levels — from beginners through to experienced players — with a strong focus on fun, participation and positive role modelling.

In addition to the daytime clinics, the community is invited to attend two separate Dinner & Open Mic events, helping to support local youth sport and future programs.

📅 Event Schedule

Thursday 29 January

🏀 Ongerup – Day Clinic
⏰ 9.30am - 10:30am

📍 Ongerup Sporting Complex

🏀 Borden – Day Clinic
⏰ 1.30pm - 3pm

📍 Borden Primary School

🍽️ Gnowangerup – Dinner by Roast and Brew
⏰ 6.30pm
📍 Gnowangerup Sporting Complex

Brisket rolls provided by Roast and Brew $15 - all funds raised will be donated to St John Ambulance Gnowangerup

Friday 30 January

🎤 Pre-workshop Talk
⏰ 10.00am

📍 Gnowangerup Sporting Complex

🏀 Ages 5–11 Clinic
⏰ 10.30am

📍 Gnowangerup Sporting Complex

🏀 Ages 12+ Clinic
⏰ 1.00pm

📍 Gnowangerup Sporting Complex

🍽️ Borden – Dinner - BBQ by Borden Pavilion
⏰ 6.00pm
📍 Borden

👟 What to Expect

Participants can look forward to:

• High-energy basketball skills sessions delivered by elite athletes

• Practical coaching suitable for all abilities

• Motivational talks about sport, goal setting, resilience and teamwork

• Opportunities to ask questions and connect with inspiring role models

• A positive, inclusive environment that encourages participation and confidence

Please wear comfortable clothing, suitable footwear, and bring a water bottle.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Who Can Attend?

• Children and young people interested in basketball or staying active

• Teens and young adults looking for motivation, mentoring and skill development

• Adults keen to participate in the sessions or attend the community dinners

• Families and community members welcome at the fundraising dinners

No matter your experience level, everyone is welcome.

🤝 Community Support

This program is proudly supported by the WA Government and delivered in partnership with the local community to strengthen youth engagement, wellbeing and active lifestyles across the region.

Proudly supported by the WA Government.