Sport
21 December, 2025
Basketballers hit the hoops
CAIRNS Basketball hosted a combined junior representative tournament over the weekend, featuring under-16 and under-18 boys and girls teams.
The event brought together teams from across the region, including Council Mackay, and served as the final tournament before the under-18 state championships.
For the under-16 age group, it was the season’s first tournament.
Cairns Basketball general manager Luca Vergari said the competition highlighted strong team performances.
“It’s more of a team thing with these guys. In the junior space, there were a couple of really close games,” he said.
Division two teams had notable success, with the under-18 boys taking gold and the girls finishing with a silver medal.
In division one, the boys claimed bronze, while the girls finished fourth.
Mr Vergari said the under-18 state titles would take place next year from 7 to 11 January, giving the teams another opportunity to compete at a higher level.
Looking ahead to 2026, Cairns Basketball will open registrations for its senior competition.
Mr Vergari encouraged interested players to visit the association’s website for details.
To find out more, visit the Cairns Basketball website: www.bit.ly/4ajpEL4
