Playing basketball gives people with disabilities an opportunity to develop greater confidence, strength and skills, make new friends and learn about teamwork. The emphasis is on creating a supportive, social, inclusive and fun environment.

Program runs Thursday evenings from 5pm to 6.30pm

Wheelchair basketball is an inclusive sport that is available for people who use a wheelchair and for people who don’t use a wheelchair. Western Port ran a pilot program with Somerville Secondary School that was hugely successful. The students learned some of the challenges involved in wheelchair basketball but also had lots of fun.

Western Port Basketball Association offer the wheelchair basketball program to schools and organizations that have participants who want to learn how to play.

Western Port Basketball Association supply the wheelchairs and a qualified wheelchair basketball coach.

Please email Gabe for more information: gabe@wpba.com.au