Home of the West Coast Kings
Est. 2022
Located Perth, Australia
Becoming Kings
Kings Basketball started as a social mixed-grade team playing in numerous competitions around the city. The team was made up of friends who all grew up playing basketball together in our home land of NZ - who then made the move across the Tasman and now reside in Perth, WA (hence West Coast).
Here at WCK, our goal is to provide affordable opportunities for young players of all skill levels (Entry, Domestic, WABL, State) to learn the game of basketball, develop under some experienced high level coaches and have some fun along the way.
The benefits of team sport are well-documented and it is no secret the life lessons and skills that can be gained from it. At WCK, it is our intention to create a safe learning environment, promoting inclusivity for youth from all walks of life.
Our passion for the sport runs deep and making life long friendships through basketball gave us the desire to start this movement to give back to the community and our rangatahi (children), through a game we all love.
It gives us great joy watching the next generation enjoy this sport as much as we did growing up.
Meet the Crew
Amiria Driscoll
MIDZ | Director
Club Admin
Midz has been working in the basketball world for over 16 years. Having held roles at Waikato Basketball (NZ), Cockburn Basketball Association, Mandurah Basketball Association and Shoot Zone Basketball Centre.
Colin Driscoll
COLIN | Director
Mentoring, Coaching & Development
Colin’s experience in basketball spans over 40+ years. Having played internationally for NZ and holding numerous coaching roles in the NZNBL, SBL, WABL and currently St Norbert College.
Zach Makavilitogia
COACH Z | Director
Coaching & Development
Zach has a lot of playing experience having represented NZ all the way through age group level (u14 - u21). At a senior level, has had stints in the NZNBL, as well as playing for the Perth Redbacks in the SBL.
Zach has been coaching at a Domestic level for multiple seasons.
Shontelle Galvin
SHONNY | Director
Club Admin
Shonny has an extensive playing background having also represented NZ in multiple age group teams as well as the Perth Redbacks SBL Womens Team.
Lucy Chong
LUCY | Director
Lucy is our 5th Director and has also represented NZ in multiple age group teams. Lucy, alongside Shontelle, also played in the Perth Redbacks SBL Womens Team.
Adrian Papa
ADRIAN | Director
Adrian has been a regular team member of our Kings Basketball team and brings a different field of experience, coming from a Rugby League background. Adrian is a former player of the Fremantle Roosters Rugby League Club.
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Michael Jordan