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HUGE MERCH SALE | 50% OFF SELECTED ITEMS
Head down to the HIVE to pick up 50% off merchandise! Available only at Castle Hill. Selected items only. While stocks last.
TRIAL STORIES WITH SAXON
Trial time can be really difficult. No one knows this more than our very own Saxon Orsini! He`s been unable to attend due to injury and even natural disasters, he`s been cut and he`s fought his way back. After hustling his way through juniors, Saxon is now a key part of our NBL1 team and his fondest memories are here in the HIVE. If you`re trialling this weekend, no matter what just remember that hard work goes a long way!
SALLY FAEHRMANN & THE GECKOS
A huge congratulations and good luck to our very own Sally Faehrmann, captain of the Australian Geckos, who will represent Australia at the 2025 Deaflympics in Tokyo this November!
Sally continues to embody what it means to be a Hornet — dedication, leadership and passion for the game. We’re so proud to see her leading our country and inspiring the next generation of athletes.
The Gecko`s will be taking on Kenya, Lithuania & Italy in Pool A. Let’s get behind Sally as she takes on the world!
SUNDAY 16 NOV | 11:30AM AEST vs. Kenya
MONDAY 17 NOV | 2PM AEST vs. Lithuania
WEDNESDAY 19 NOV | 2pm vs. Italy
Follow the @geckosdeafbasketball journey here: https://www.instagram.com/geckosdeafbasketball/?hl=en
SUMMER HOLIDAY CAMPS | ON SALE NOW
Summer Holidays are coming up and there`s something for everyone in the HIVE this holiday season! Check out the calendar to see when would work best for you as our Holiday Camps are on sale NOW!
HORNETS ACADEMY CAMPS | 2-DAY & 1-DAY OPTIONS | 5 – 16 YEAR OLDS
HDP CAMP | WED 28 JAN | U9 - U18 YEARS
🔗: https://hillshornets.com.au/train/holiday-camps/
2026 WARATAH MEN HEAD COACH | NICK GRAHAM
Hills Basketball is proud to announce Nick Graham as Head Coach of our Waratah Men`s team for the 2026 season.
Nick is a long-standing member of the Hornets community, having contributed extensively as a coach across multiple junior teams, as well as being a valued player within our senior program. His deep understanding and commitment to player development makes him an excellent leader for the Waratah Men’s program.
Nick says, "I’m proud to be part of the Hills community and I’m excited for the opportunity to continue building on the success of the Waratah Men’s program."
HBA is excited to see what Nick and the team bring next season.
View our website to register for trials.
🔗https://hillshornets.com.au/hornets/rep-trials/
THANK YOU | NATHAN PAFF
Tonight marks the end of an incredible chapter as Nathan Paff takes the court for his final official refereeing duties at Hills Basketball local competitions before heading off to new career opportunities in Newcastle.
Paff has been instrumental in shaping the Hills Officials Program into what it is today. Over the years, he’s worn many hats, from Referee Education Coordinator to founder of the Intensive Referee Training Program (IRTP), driving growth, professionalism, and passion across every level of our officiating community.
As a current NBL Referee, Paff has set the benchmark for what it means to be a Hills official. His leadership, mentorship, and constant drive to give back, from grassroots through to senior ranks, have inspired countless referees to chase their own pathways in the game.
Paff has left an enduring mark on Hills Basketball. The lessons he’s shared and the referees he’s guided will continue to carry his influence for years to come.
If you see him around the courts tonight, make sure you say a massive thank you and wish him all the best in his next adventure. We know this isn’t goodbye, just a “see you later” and we can’t wait to see him back supporting Hills again soon.
STATISTICIAN EDUCATION PROGRAM
This hands-on, 5-week course will train you to become a proficient statistician, capable of supporting our teams and understanding the game in a whole new way. The course is structured with one theory session followed by four practical, hands-on sessions.
Monday 10 November | Core Education Session
Mondays 17 & 24 November, 1 & 8 December | Practical Sessions
Click the link in our bio to sign up for FREE!
https://hillshornets.com.au/members/member#/storeview?category=27
2026 YOUTH MEN 2 HEAD COACH | DARREN MARSHALL
HBA is thrilled to announce Darren Marshall as the Head Coach of our Youth League Men 2 team for the 2026 representative season. Darren has been an integral part of the Hornets Representative Program, contributing across both our Junior and Senior teams. Most recently, he led our Waratah Men’s team, bringing a wealth of experience and leadership to the role.
Darren is “excited to coach this group and assist them in reaching the next level of their development.”
We’re looking forward to an exciting season ahead and can’t wait to see what this team will achieve
Keep your eyes on our socials as we continue to announce our 2026 representative coaches and view our website to register for trials.
🔗https://hillshornets.com.au/hornets/rep-trials/
2026 YOUTH WOMEN 2 HEAD COACH | AVO MAKASIAN
Hills is pleased to welcome Avo Makasian as Youth League Women 2 Head Coach for the 2026 season.
Avo is an accredited Level 2 Association Coach with extensive experience across both club and school basketball programs. Having previously coached at Norths, Avo has developed a strong reputation for fostering player growth, team cohesion, and competitive excellence. Beyond club coaching, Avo brings a wealth of experience from various school programs, most recently contributing to the basketball programs at Pymble Ladies’ College and St Augustine’s College.
Keep your eyes on our socials as we continue to announce our 2026 representative coaches, and view our website to register for trials.
🔗https://hillshornets.com.au/hornets/rep-trials/
DANIEL TRIKILIS | YOUTH LEAGUE MEN 1 HEAD COACH
Hills Basketball are excited to announce the return of Daniel Trikilis as Head Coach of the Youth League Men 1 program for 2026. After a strong 2025 run that saw the team reach the Grand Final, Daniel brings back the same energy, passion, and experience that made last season such a success.
Daniel says “I am excited to return for year 2 and build on the foundations that were set last year after being in the final. We will be looking forward to it all again and for an exciting 2026 campaign to come for this group.”
We’re excited to watch this talented group continue to grow and succeed under Daniel’s leadership. Here`s to another big year ahead!
Keep your eyes on our socials as we continue to announce our 2026 representative coaches, and view our website to register for trials.
🔗https://hillshornets.com.au/hornets/rep-trials/
