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Summer Squads 2014-15

Norwood Flames Boys Squads 2014-15 Norwood Flames Girls Squads 2014-15 Please click the links above for the squad lists. Please contact the relevant coach by Monday the 29th of September to get your training times. If you have any questions about your squads, please contact Willie Jennette on 0408 354 841 If you are not…

Position Available: CABL Women’s Head Coach

The Norwood Basketball Club (The Flames) was established in 1946, and is affiliated with Basketball Adelaide and Basketball South Australia and participates in all competitions under their auspices. This includes the Central Australian Basketball League (“CABL”), the premier basketball competition for South Australia’s elite men’s and women’s teams. The Club seeks to appoint a Head…

Norwood Junior Presentation Day

The Norwood Junior Presentation Day will be held on the 21st of September at the Regal Theatre (aka Chelsea Cinemas) on Kensington Road Session times are: 9.30am to 10.45am – U10, U12 & U14 11.15am to 12.30pm – U16 & U18 Team Photos are to be collected by Team Managers on the day in the foyer.

CABL Finals Week 2

The Norwood Flames Men defeated Centrals on Saturday night to advance to the Qualifying final this Saturday against the Woodville Warriors, 8.15pm at St Clair. After a week off, the Lady Flames are ready to take on Sturt this Saturday night, 6.30pm at MARS. We hope to see as many as possible at MARS, then make…

Norwood Internal Trials

The Norwood Basketball Club will be holding internal trials this season, and from this players will be placed into squads for next season. A second trial date may be appointed for September. All Current players and players invited from external trials must attend this day. If you cannot make it, please contact Willie Jennette on…

Skills Sessions with 36ers Coach Joey Wright

Norwood has been lucky enough to secure the services of current Adelaide 36ers coach Joey Wright to take skills sessions at the Campbelltown Leisure Centre. The sessions will focus on shooting, rebounding, footwork and overall skill development At the Campbelltown Leisure Centre For Norwood Flames Boys and Girls U12 to U18 Thursdays from the 15th…

Norwood ABL Round 2 Red Out

1st Norwood ABL Home Game – “RED OUT”

Come see your Norwood Flames take on the Southern Tigers at The FURNACE for our first ABL home games this coming Saturday 22nd March. We want to paint The Furnace RED by giving away a FREE ‘red hot’ t-shirt to all Norwood supporters on entry and make this a “RED OUT” (subject to availability). Women’s…

Norwood Junior Coaching Director

New Coaching Director and Coaching Panel We are pleased to announce Willie Jennette as our new Junior Coaching Director. Willie is a former NBL and ABA ALL-STAR player and a Woollacott Medalist (1990). He has coached at a variety of clubs at Junior level, and was a State coach in 2011, an assistant in 2012,…

New Norwood Management Committee

NEW PRESIDENT, COMMITTEE   At the Club AGM on Saturday 22 February 2014, the following were elected unopposed as the new Management Committee: President: Steve Murray Vice-President: Kerry Minchin Secretary: Phil Keenihan Treasurer: Cheryl Chard Committee members: Graeme Long, Andrew Webber, Scott Hann, Micah Hann, John Townsend and David Tavian   Two new Life Members…

Elite Training with 36ers Mitch Creek

Norwood has secured the services of 36ers star Mitch Creek and Adam Doyle to take a 1 hour elite training session. Training will be at CLC, and is open to boys and girls, anywhere from U12 to U23’s. Places are strictly limited to 20 people per session. There are three time slots, each running for…

Under 12 Boys Winter Trials

The Norwood Flames are looking for U12 boys, born 2003/2004, to play in the Winter Season (Training would commence on the 4th of March, with games played from 15th March to September). This is a once off trial, please attend on Tuesday the 25th. No pre registrations are required. Norwood Flames – 2014 Trial Invitation U12…

Norwood Basketball Club AGM

Norwood Basketball Club Inc AGM The 2013 Annual General Meeting of the Norwood Basketball Club Inc is scheduled to be held at the Hackney Hotel, 95 Hackney Road, Hackney, at 1.00PM on Saturday 22nd February 2014. All life and financial members are urged to be present. AGM and Club Membership 2014 Club Membership forms are…

Update on Norwood Committee

Acknowledgement of Committee members who have recently left the committee: I have recently returned from overseas and have accepted a position back on the committee due to a number of vacancies that had arisen. My intent is to assist on an interim basis with the continuing running of the club in the lead up to…

Norwood Summer Skills

Looking to improve your skills outside of regular trainings? Summer skills is a 9 week program open to players of all levels with a desire to improve their individual game and basketball conditioning. Quality coaches will be running this programme aimed at kick-starting the sea-son. Click here for more details on Norwood’s Summer Skills

Norwood Newsletter Summer Season

Please click here to download the Norwood Newsletter for October 2013 Contents: Summer Season welcome Key Dates Farewell to Peter Roberts AGM Summer Phases – important info Summer Fees Hot weather policy State Team Coaches U17 – Taylor Ortlepp Summer Skills – NEW Jess Foley appointed co-captain of Adelaide Lightning Coaches Meeting And much more!…

Junior Presentation Day

This year’s junior presentation will take place at the Regal Theatre on Sunday September 22nd U10/12/14s should arrive before 9.00am, for a prompt start. U16/18s should be ready at begin at 10.40am. All players need to be in BLUE playing uniform. The new club Tracksuit will be available to order, with samples to assist with sizing. Other…

Jess Foley wins Halls Medal

Norwood’s Jess Foley has won the 2013 Halls medal. This is her 2nd Halls medal after winning it in 2011. Foley starred for the Lady Flames this season averaging 16 pts, 8.5 rebounds and 5.3 assists She also picked up defensive player of the year, made the all star 5 and had the league best…

Campbelltown Leisure Centre Funding Update

You may soon notice signs of the Norwood Basketball Club’s support for Chris Pyne, Federal member for Sturt who has consistently pledged financial  support of $7.5m for the Campbelltown Leisure Redevelopment. In contrast, the Federal Labor Government has rejected the Campbelltown Council’s application for funding for the redevelopment five times since 2010 although we acknowledge…

Norwood Friday Update 28 June 2013

Norwood Winter Hoops Clinic July Basketball Clinics all day Monday 15 and Tuesday 16 July. Book now, limited places available. On court sessions with Dr Grant Tomkinson, Junior Development and Coaching Director Michael Rogers, Senior Mens ABL player Ed Millard and many more, with off court sessions on Nutrition with Dr Alison Hill, and Physiotherapist…

CABL vs Sturt 25 May

This Saturday night sees the undefeated Lady Flames take on second place Sturt in what looms as their toughest challenge so far. The 5th placed men will be desperate to hold off 7th placed Sturt. A win would be a great boost in the push toward a top 5 finish. Our ABL teams need your…

Under 16 State Teams

Congratulations to Adam Valana (SA Metro), Chelsea Brook (SA Country) and Sam Taylor (SA Country Reserve) who have been named in the State Under 16 teams. Good luck to them as they participate from the 6th – 13th July in Adelaide at Pasadena and Wayville.

July Basketball Clinics

July Basketball Clinics all day Monday 15 and Tuesday 16 July. Book now, limited places available. See attached for details on presenters including off court sessions on Nutrition with Dr Alison Hill, and Physiotherapist Shane Burgess on injury prevention. On court sessions with Dr Grant Tomkinson, Junior Development and Coaching Director Michael Rogers, Senior Mens…

Norwood CABL teams get 2 wins from 2

2 completely different games gave the Norwood CABL teams 2 wins on Saturday night at MARS. The Lady Flames cruised to victory over a turnover-ridden Centrals, 94-38. Duke and Foley led the way with 21 and 17 points respectively and Dusty Rodda had a career best 15 points. A great team effort gave the Men…

Jess Good called up to U19 Gems squad

Norwood’s Jess Good has just been called up to represent Australia U19 Gems team in their China Tour – leaving May 1st . She joins the Flames’ Steph Talbot in the team who will play 9 games on tour in a four nation event. Jess was a reserve, but has been called up due to…

CABL Double Header this weekend

Just a reminder that our CABL teams are playing TONIGHT @ MARS vs Woodville starting from 6:30pm and tomorrow night @ MARS vs North Adelaide, starting from 6.30pm. Let’s get as many people down there and help support both teams! Kids in uniforms get in for free!   See below for James Woite’s previews for…

Under 18 State teams

Our State reps will travel to Brisbane for the National Championships commencing on Saturday.  The SA Metro girls will be represented by Stephanie Krauel, Taylor Ortlepp and Abbie Martin along with head coach Troy Schroeder, while the SA Country team’s sole representative is Monique Smith, with our Coaching Director, Michael Rogers the assistant coach. The…

CABL Results 13 April

Big wins to both the Norwood Men and Women vs Eastern on Saturday night at Mt Barker. Matt Lycett led the way for the Flames with 35 points hitting on 5/8 three pointers. For the women, Jessica Good was top scorer with 24 points on 9/11 shooting. View the full results below. Women’s Box Score: http://www.sportingpulse.com/round_info.cgi?a=MATCH&fixture=368826137&c=1-3656-0-248166-0&pool=1…

CABL Norwood Flames vs Eastern Mavericks

CABL Men and Women take on Eastern Mavericks tomorrow night at the Eastern Hills Rec Centre. The women are looking for 2 in a row after smashing Southern 86-29. The men will be out for their first win after losing a nail biter 77-79. Click the links below for round 2 previews from James Woite:…

The Norwood Management Committee

The Management Committee is entrusted with the operational and strategic direction of the club.  The committee consists of parents (and ex-parents), along with our players and some coaches.  Of course, all are volunteers! 1.  President – Peter Roberts (retiring at end of the year) Chairman of the Management Committee Club Representative on Basketball Adelaide Liaison…

Winter Season Fees Sent Out

The winter season fees have been distributed. If you have not received your invoice, please contact us. The invoices incorrectly state 2012 as the season, it should say 2013. The costings are correct. Payment is due by the 18th of March. If you have not paid or contacted us by then, you will be unable…

Norwood Parent Meeting

PARENT MEETINGS Two parent meetings are being held on Sunday 24 February at 10am at Loreto College and MARS to share information about the club and discuss some important issues for 2013. You will become better informed about the club, where it is going and the challenges ahead as well as having an opportunity to…

Norwood League Program Manager

Norwood League Program Manager (Saturday) Experienced junior basketball coach needed to manage Norwood League for 4 hours Saturdays10-2pm during school terms at CLC. Players aged 6 – 14. Paid position involves managing and directing games, coaches and refs (with help of Michael Rogers and Chris Ninnes), planning, conducting and overseeing age-appropriate Aussie Hoops training drills,…

Norwood Basketball Club Quiz Night

Last chance to register as we need final numbers by COB tomorrow (31st October 2012) Where: Hackney Hotel Atrium & Annexe When: Saturday, November 3, 7pm There are 15 tables of 10 so only 150 tickets available! Ticket price is $20, this includes Supper and Door Prize entry Silent Auction Items! To buy tickets call the…

Norwood CABL Men Sign 2 new players!

Last Saturday night, New Recuit Matt Lycett played his first game for Norwood CABl Men in their 7 point win over Woodville. From North Adelaide, Matt will be a vital part in the Men’s push up the table. They are currently sitting 7th with 4 wins and 3 losses. Norwood has also recuited american Brian…

Norwood 2012 CABL Season Launch

Want to meet our Central ABA players? Want to have the chance to challenge them to a shooting contest? The Flames and Lady Flames will be celebrating their seasons’ start with uniforms presentations, special guests and plenty of fun at the Season Launch on March 25th from 2-4pm at Mars. All junior players are encouraged…