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Beginners welcome.
All Skill levels.

Our Board

Cairns Basketball Inc is made up of dedicated volunteers who bring a diverse range of skills, experience, and perspectives to the organisation.

United by a shared passion for basketball and community sport, they provide strategic leadership, strong governance, and guidance to support the continued growth and success of basketball in Far North Queensland.

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Christopher Van Dorssen

President

Chris comes from a family with deep roots in the local community, and he has long been committed to supporting organisations that strengthen and enrich the region.

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Bernard Dent

Vice President

Bernard has been involved in basketball for more than 40 years, giving him a deep connection to the sport and a strong understanding of its impact on the local community.

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Cath Ardern

Secretary

Her playing career includes time with the Bundaberg State League team and the Cairns Dolphins, alongside extensive coaching experience at both club and representative levels from a young age.

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Dariush Mirshafiei

Treasurer

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Aaron Luki

General Board Member

Aaron Luki comes from a proud sporting family with social connections across basketball, football, touch football and volleyball. Sport has always played a significant role in his life and family.

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Tonya Stattmann

General Board Member

Outside of her board role, Tonya enjoys watching her sons compete at a high level in basketball and spending quality time with family and friends.

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Dale Jackley

General Board Member

Born in Melbourne, Dale Jackley has called Cairns home since 1992 and has been involved in the local basketball community since his arrival, dating back to the days of outdoor courts.

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Dylan Thomas

General Board Member

Dylan is excited by the opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction of the association and use his experience to help strengthen its future.

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Daniel Majer

General Board Member

Daniel is passionate about ensuring that young athletes in the Far North have the same opportunities to develop, compete, and thrive as players in other parts of Australia.

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Gausa Arnold

General Board Member

He is passionate about supporting the growth of basketball for juniors, families, and the broader community, while contributing to the ongoing development of the association.

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