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Lacey has been reffing for nearly two years and is currently a B grade referee. Inspired by her Mum and Grandpa, Lacey became a referee. Lacey has played basketball for most of her life and continues to do so. She enjoys officiating all age groups, “from juniors to...

Noah Jordan began reffing in 2023, driven by a passion for basketball and a desire to experience the game from a new perspective, Noah became a referee. With a background playing basketball since the age of 6, he currently plays for EDJBA and VJBL with the Eltham...

Laila is currently qualified as a Level 1 referee and has been a DVBA referee for over a year. After seeing a post on Instagram Laila was inspired to become a referee. Laila still shares her love of participating in the game and plays in team UFC on Thursday nights....

Diamond Valley Basketball is proud to participate in the NBL1 South's First Nations Round, honouring the rich cultural heritage of Indigenous Australians. Unique Uniforms Reflect Indigenous Culture This year, the club collaborated with talented local First Nations...

Luca is currently qualified as B Grade referee and has been a DVBA referee for 2 years. “Influenced by a friend, and wanting a job where I could stay active” were driving forces in Luca’s decision to become a referee. Luca still shares his love of basketball and has...

Alyssa has been reffing since March 2023, and has this month levelled-up to a B grade referee, initially Alyssa didn’t want to be a referee but upon signing up realised the benefits reffing has. The job involves the sport she loves to play and easily fits her with my...

Cohen is a level A grade referee and has been reffing at DVBA for 2.5 years, Cohen as quoted became a referee because he loves basketball and “it’s great way to earn money doing something I enjoy”. Having played Junior Domestic basketball since the age of 6, Cohens...

Mia is a level C grade referee and has been reffing at DVBA for 2 years, “I love basketball and it’s my favourite sport” was Mia’s reason for taking action and becoming a referee. Counting to ref, Mia also enjoys playing basketball and has played for the last 5 years,...

Diamond Valley Eagles NBL1 Women New Signing Nikki Metcalfe  Diamond Valley Eagles we are thrilled to announce the addition to our roster Nikki Metcalfe, a seasoned basketball player whose 2023 season with the Melbourne Tigers saw her averaging 8.8pts and 4.4rbs per...

Valentino is a current B Grade level referee and has been reffing with DV for 18 months, “inspired by other referees and the love of basketball” were key factors in Valentinos decision to become a referee. Valentino also enjoys playing basketball currently playing...