St George Basketball Association

Hansard ID: HANSARD-1323879322-129789

Hansard session: Fifty-Seventh Parliament, First Session (57-1)

St George Basketball Association

Mr MARK COURE (OatleyMinister for Multiculturalism, and Minister for Seniors)

——Speaker, I rise today to thank the St George Basketball Association for hosting me at a recent game, where I enjoyed good company and good basketball whilst watching the Saints team play a fantastic game. For more than 40 years, the St George Basketball Association has provided youth throughout the local area the opportunity to develop their basketball skills and make lifelong friends. The organisation is run entirely by a team of dedicated volunteers, and they host a range of Basketball comps in the local area. I had the opportunity to witness some serious local talent and even shot some hoops myself. Local grassroots sport is so important to support as it paves the way for the next generation to keep fit, have fun with their mates and overall, get involved. I'd like to thank the President of the St George Basketball Association, Ray Barbi, for his warmth and for making me feel incredibly welcome. I look forward to visiting again soon and hope to see some star players one day on the big screen, representing our State and country in this wonderful sport.