Proudly supporting local basketball, from Juniors to Seniors.

The Geraldton Amateur Basketball Association (GABA)

The GABA is the beating heart of community basketball in the Midwest. For more than 70 years, we’ve provided a space for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy the game - whether you’re six or sixty.

We promote a healthy, active lifestyle through inclusive programs, local competitions, and development pathways. Our courts are a place where friendships form, skills grow, and the values of teamwork, respect and sportsmanship are celebrated.

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St Patrick's Primary School, Cathedral Avenue - 1960  |  Where basketball was first played on back courts
(Source: Lyn Rubery)

Our Story

Basketball first arrived in Geraldton in 1950, with a handful of enthusiastic locals and a vision shared by Catholic priests Father Michael Moffat and Monsignor O’Conner. The first games were played on grass courts, later upgraded to bitumen to accommodate a growing men’s competition.

By 1960, GABA was officially established and began shaping what would become one of the Midwest’s most popular and enduring community sports. 

Over the decades, the association expanded to include junior and senior competitions, women’s basketball, and representative programs. In the 1980s, GABA was instrumental in founding what is now the Fenix Geraldton Buccaneers, competing at the professional level in the NBL1 West competition.

For a detailed overview of the history of basketball in Geraldton, visit https://geraldtonbasketballhistory.com.au/

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Black and white photo of a Geraldton basketball team from 1951 and 1952, with single-row players standing and sitting, and a young child sitting on the floor in front. Men are dressed in sleeveless basketball uniforms with numbers, and a man in a jacket sits in the middle. A basketball with the word "Preppers" and the years 1951-52 is in front of the seated men. A handwritten note at the top indicates the date 18/5/84. The caption mentions team members Norm Grigsby, Norm Jupp, Wally Smith, Don Worthington, Ken Cooper, Tom Dornan, Reg Mounier, and the mascot Peter Mounier. 
(Photo: Geraldton Guardian)

Our Vision

We believe basketball is more than just a game - it’s a way to build confidence, community, and lifelong friendships.

To grow a strong, inclusive and community focused basketball culture in Geraldton and the Midwest region.

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Our Values

We’re guided by a strategic plan focused on sustainable growth, community inclusion and ongoing development of our players, people and facilities.

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PARTICIPATION
Basketball for all ages, all levels, all year round.

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RESPECT
We play fair, support each other, and promote good sportsmanship.

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DEVELOPMENT
We support growth at every level - from skills on the court to leadership off it.

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COMMUNITY
We believe in giving back and being a positive influence in Geraldton.

Our Facilities

GABA is based at Activewest Stadium on Eighth Street - our central hub for games, training, and events. The stadium features indoor courts, spectator seating, a canteen, changerooms and access to wheelchair basketball facilities. 

We’re continually working to improve our facilities to meet the growing needs of our basketball community.

If you're interested in hiring our facilities, please contact us.

Hire our facilities
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Key Dates

Basketball is played year round in Geraldton.
Here's a snapshot of our regular calendar.

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October - March

Junior & Senior
Summer Season

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All Year

Aussie Hoops
Programs

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April - August

Fenix Geraldton Buccaneers
(NBL1 West)

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May - September

Junior & Senior
Winter Season

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Seasonal Events

Late Night Basketball & Wheelchair Competition

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As scheduled

School Holiday Clinics & Development Programs

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As scheduled

Baby BUCCS
Basketball

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As scheduled

All Abilities
Basketball

Check out our Events Calendar for up-to-date information on fixtures, programs, meetings and community events.

Our People

Board & Committee Members

NamePosition
Peter BrownPresident
Natasha HarradineVice President
Teehani ReynoldsSecretary
Richard HouwenTreasurer
Luke ErtzenCommittee Member
Andrew HorstmanCommittee Member
Natasha KirkpatrickCommittee Member

Staff & Key Contacts

NamePosition
Nerolie GerreynAdministrator / Stadium Manager
Holly ForbesDevelopment Officer
Jackson PickettBWA Regional Development Officer
Kareena MillarCanteen Manager
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Life Members

We are proud to acknowledge the dedication and contribution of our Life Members. These individuals have played a key role in shaping GABA’s story.

Geraldton Basketball Life Members

Year Life Member Year Life Member
1963Peter Purchase1991Ian Heberle
1966Les Matthews1991Kevin Jones
1966Lyle Harris1991Jack Knudson
1967Les Eaton1991Jim O'Dea
1978John Campbell2004Neville Bunter
1978Greg Haydock2014Annette Cooper
1979Bernard Brown2014Joan Evans
1979Jim Lydiatt2014Marilyn Heberle
1979Norma Lydiatt2014Ruth Rogers
1980Hayden Dix2014David Rowe
1980Bruce Renner2014Delma Shuttleworth
1984Shirley Dix2014Barbara Willock

To nominate a Life Member, please email admin@gaba.au

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