Dromana Beachcombers Basketball Club.
Established 1967.
Dromana Beachcombers Basketball Club is a junior and adult domestic basketball club based on the Mornington Peninsula.
Our teams participate in the Southern Peninsula Basketball Association.
The club was established in 1967 and has continuously fielded teams since this time. We have a strong affiliation with local schools, including Dromana Primary School and Dromana College.
We our proud of our club history, and look forward to many more years to come in the green and gold.
Established 1967
We have had teams representing the Beachcombers continuously since 1967. We are proud of this history.
30+ Teams
As of 2024 we have over 30 teams playing in the Southern Peninsula Basketball Association (SPBA).
Local Community
We represent Dromana and Safety Beach. However, we have kids on our teams from all over the local area.
Volunteer Run
Like all local sporting clubs, we are volunteer run. If you would like to help out the club on the committee or as a coach or team manager, please let us know.
Play locally
Most games are played at Dromana Secondary College, Dromana Primary School, Rosebud Primary School and Rosebud Secondary College.
Core Values
At the Dromana Beachcombers Basketball Club we value good sportsmanship, team work and community.
- Registration Period : Now closed.
Juniors
- Season Dates: 18/4 to 19/9.
- Finals: First and second week of September.
- Season close down dates:
- School Holidays: 28/6 to 17/7.
- Kings Birthday Weekend: 8/6 to 10/6.
- SPBA Domestic Tournament: 6/7 and 7/7.
Seniors (U18s & UP)
- Season Dates: 8/4 to 22/9.
- Season close down dates:
- School Holidays: 1/7 to 14/7.
- Kings Birthday Weekend: 8/6 to 10/6.
Please refer to the SPBA Season Guide for more information.
- Registration Period : Opening soon.
Juniors
- Season Dates: TBA
- Season close down dates: TBA
Seniors (U18s & UP)
- Season Dates: TBA
- Season close down dates: TBA
Please refer to the SPBA Season Guide for more information.
Twice a year we run ‘Come and Try’ sessions. These sessions are usually held in Term 1 (Grade 1 to Grade 6) and Term 3 (Prep). The sessions are advertised on our socials and school newsletters.
Why play basketball?
Physical Fitness: Basketball is an excellent way for kids to stay active, helping them develop cardiovascular endurance, strength, agility, and coordination.
Teamwork and Cooperation: Basketball is a team sport, teaching kids the importance of working together, sharing, and supporting each other to achieve common goals.
Discipline and Time Management: Regular practice and games help kids learn the value of discipline, commitment, and managing their time effectively.
Social Interaction: Playing basketball provides opportunities to make new friends, develop social skills, and build a sense of community.
Healthy Competition: Learning to compete in a healthy, sportsmanlike manner is valuable, teaching kids how to handle wins and losses gracefully.
Local community clubs rely on sponsorship to help keep clubs running and to help keep playing affordable.
