Camberwell Basketball is proud to introduce world-class Disability Extreme Athlete Bobby Bajram as an ambassador of the Camberwell Dragons.

The youngest person in Australia diagnosed with Multiple sclerosis – at the age of 13 more than 40 years ago – Bobby has gone on to scale some of the world’s highest mountains and is now in training to climb Mount Everest in 2027.

“Bobby’s inspiring story is one of extraordinary courage, determination and resilience, and we’re excited to welcome him into our community,” Camberwell Basketball Communications, Community Engagement and Partnerships Manager Andrew Johnstone said.

“He brings an infectious and upbeat personality, genuine warmth and an enormous energy to our program and will quickly become a very popular member of our club. We’re proud to have him on board with us as an ambassador and look forward to doing great things together.”

Bobby, pictured here with Camberwell Basketball committee member Brent Lomer (left) and president ST Tan (right), will be out and about often with the Dragons in his new role – attending games, training sessions and club events – so if you see him on your travels, please introduce yourself and make him feel welcome.

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Bobby has a long history with basketball dating back to the ’70s, when he played and refereed at the old Albert Park Stadium. He is already well know to some members of the Dragons program after speaking at a Camberwell In Business networking event last year.

We thank Bobby for his commitment to Camberwell Basketball and the Dragons and will have more to share about his story soon.

For more information, email Andrew Johnstone at [email protected]

PHOTOS: Craig Dingle, Melbourne Sports Photography.

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The good times are back for Camberwell’s Youth League Men and Women, with both teams in action on opening weekend of the Big V season.

Our YLM host visiting Bendigo at Boroondara Sports Complex (BSC) on Saturday night (7pm) before backing up for their home opener against Wyndham at Balwyn High School (BHS) on Sunday afternoon (2pm). That one’s the second game of a double-header also featuring our YLW, who tip things off against Albury Wodonga at 12pm.

The YLW, with Paris Joannides calling the shots in his first game as head coach, will open their campaign on the road against Sunbury at Boardman Stadium on Saturday night (6pm).

DRAGONS THIS WEEK

Saturday, March 14
Dragons YLM v Bendigo at Boroondara Sports Complex, 7pm
Dragons YLW at Sunbury, 6pm

Sunday, March 15
Dragons YLW v Albury Wodonga at Balwyn High School, 12pm
Dragons YLM v Wyndham at Balwyn High School, 2pm

BIG V SEASON PASS

Our 2026 Big V Season Pass (below) is your ticket to the best basketball action in town in 2026!

Get yours today for just $40 (plus online booking fee) and see your Dragons live at home as many times as you like throughout the regular season. The pass admits you to all Big V regular season games featuring our Championship Men, Division 1 Women, and Youth League Men and Women at Boroondara Sports Complex and Balwyn High School, so we’ve got you covered.

Order yours HERE today.

• For more information about the Dragons Big V program, including our range of partnership opportunities, email Communications, Community Engagement and Partnerships Manager Andrew Johnstone at [email protected] or call 0425 791 610.

Here’s your ticket to the best basketball action in town in 2026!

Get your Big V Dragons Season Pass for just $40 (plus online booking fee) to see your Dragons live at home as many times as you like throughout the 2026 regular season.

The pass can be used for all Big V regular season games for our Championship Men, Division 1 Women and Youth League Men’s and Women’s teams at Boroondara Sports Complex (BSC) and Balwyn High School (BHS), so we’ve got you covered.

To order yours online today, click HERE.

BIG V DRAGONS THIS WEEK

The opening weekend of the season for our Youth League Men and Women is just days away.

The YLM host Bendigo in a standalone game at BSC on Saturday night (7pm, March 14) before backing up against Wyndham at BHS on Sunday (2pm, March 15), while the YLW open on the road against Sunbury on Saturday night before hosting Albury Wodonga in the early game at BHS on Sunday (2pm).

Paris Joannides enters his first season as the head coach of our YLW. Fraser Kennedy is back for his fourth season as head coach of the YLM.

Camberwell’s Division 1 Women open their regular season campaign on the road against Collingwood on March 21, while our Championship Men will host Hume City in their season opener at Balwyn High School on March 29.

• For more information about the Dragons Big V program, including partnership opportunities, email Communications, Community Engagement and Partnerships Manager Andrew Johnstone at [email protected] or call 0425 791 610.

Camberwell Basketball and the Dragons are proud to be associated with Ellis Renovations in 2026. Ellis Renovations shares our passion for our community and joins us as a valued Camberwell Basketball Partner.

ABOUT ELLIS RENOVATIONS

Stuart from Ellis Renovations is happy to be on board with the Camberwell Dragons again.

Since arriving at the club almost 20 years ago to compete on Friday nights in the junior rep program, along with coaching and being involved with the senior men’s team, Stuart (pictured) has been around the club in one way or another.

So, becoming a club sponsor is a natural and fitting progression for Stuart and his renovation company, which is now offering free quotes and building contracts on any renovation works for members of the Camberwell Basketball community.

Ellis Renovations is a carpentry-led building company thats offers high-quality service and execution on domestic renovations in the eastern suburbs.

It specialises in renovations, including kitchens, bathrooms, internal modifications, load-bearing wall removals, outdoor entertainment areas, extensions and full interior makeovers.

Ellis Renovations is a licenced building company that provides you with domestic building insurance so you have ease of mind while renovating your family home.

For more information, visit its website HERE or follow @ellis.renovations  on Instagram.

Thank you for supporting those who support us.

• 2026 Camberwell Basketball and Dragons partnerships are on sale now. To find out how you and your business can connect with our engaged and vibrant community for as little as $275 a year, contact Andrew Johnstone at [email protected] or call 0425 791 610.

Camberwell Basketball and the Dragons are proud to continue our association with Squires Loft Camberwell in 2026.

Squires Loft Camberwell shares our commitment to our community and returns as a valued Camberwell Basketball Partner after powering our program for the past two years. We thank them for their continued support.

ABOUT SQUIRES LOFT CAMBERWELL

Squires Loft Camberwell, The Steak Specialists.

Since 1993 Squires Loft has been combining the finest range of Australian meats to provide a memorable dining experience. The cornerstone of our success is our proprietary sauces and baste, and custom-built grills allowing for a unique cooking process that creates an incredible taste profile.

Most importantly, our top-quality beef is primarily sourced from the Western District of Victoria and the lush pastures of Gippsland, renowned for producing premium grass-fed beef excelling in taste and tenderness.

Squires Loft Camberwell is at 6/436 Burke Road, Camberwell. Call 03 9889 7888 or visit the website at squiresloftcamberwell.com.au And remember to tell them Camberwell Basketball sent you.

• 2026 Camberwell Basketball and Dragons partnerships are on sale now. To find out how you and your business can connect with our engaged and vibrant community for as little as $275 a year, contact Andrew Johnstone at [email protected] or call 0425 791 610.

Camberwell Dragons today announced two significant additions to our 2026 coaching line-up, with Shawn King and Al McAughtry taking on key roles.

King, our current Big V Championship Men’s team coach, has begun work as Director of Coaching (DOC) of the club’s junior girls program, while McAughtry (right of graphic) has brought a wealth of Australian and international experience to the newly created position of Coaching Mentor.

Al’s impressive body of work includes assistant coaching jobs with junior national teams and head coaching roles in the South East Australian Basketball League (SEABL), the New Zealand Basketball League (NZBL) and with Victorian state boys and girls teams.

Shawn took charge of the Dragons Championship Men’s team in 2025 and is very well known across the state for his achievements at junior and senior levels. He brings extensive DOC experience to the junior girls program.

“I’m excited to get back into it and to start work with the great coaches we have here at Camberwell,” he said. “I want us to continue to get better as a club, and I’m looking forward to working with our coaches and players to help them get to where they want to go.”

Shawn will continue his work with Camberwell’s Big V Senior Men’s program this season. His Dragons open their 2026 Big V regular season campaign against Hume City at Balwyn High School on March 29.

– More updates to come.

Community Bank Inner East is powering Camberwell Basketball and the Dragons again in 2026.

For all your Business, Lending and Personal Banking needs, including home loans, contact Business Development Manager Claude Di Donato today on 0478 435 129 or email [email protected]

To find out everything you need to know about Community Bank Inner East’s “Home Loan Health Check” for Camberwell Basketball members – a quick and easy way to ensure you’re on the best possible home loan package based on your current lifestyle and needs – click HERE.

Thank you for supporting the local businesses who support us.

For more information about Camberwell Basketball partnership opportunities and how you can connect with our engaged and vibrant community, contact Communications, Community Engagement and Partnerships Manager Andrew Johnstone at [email protected] or call 0425 791 610.

Camberwell Basketball will host a 3X Cup event at local venues on April 18. So get your team together and register to be part of this exciting event today.

Team registration fee is $100, all teams are guaranteed four games and all of your team’s games will be played at the one venue.

Games will be scheduled at local venues, including Boroondara Sports Complex, Camberwell Grammar, Balwyn High School and Kew High School, and we’re offering competition for boys and girls in the following age groups:

Under 11 (for players born 2016-18)
Under 13 (2014-15)
Under 15 (2012-13)
Under 17 (2010-11)
Under 20 (2007-09)

Teams for this event will be graded, so representative and domestic teams are encouraged to enter.

To register, click HERE.

For more information, email [email protected]

Camberwell Basketball and the Dragons are proud to be associated with Drive Smart Driver Academy again in 2026.

Drive Smart is as committed to our community as we are, and returns as a Camberwell Basketball Gold Partner after powering our program for the past two years.

ABOUT DRIVE SMART DRIVER ACADEMY

Drive Smart Driver Academy is a leading institution dedicated to fostering responsible and skilled drivers.

Established with a commitment to road safety, the academy combines comprehensive education with state-of-the-art training methodologies. With a focus on defensive driving techniques, traffic rules, and practical skills, Drive Smart equips learners with the knowledge and confidence needed for safe driving.

The academy’s experienced instructors prioritise personalised guidance, ensuring each student receives tailored instruction. Whether it’s behind-the-wheel training or classroom sessions, Drive Smart Driver Academy strives to produce competent and conscientious drivers, contributing to a safer and more responsible driving culture. Join us on the journey towards skilled and mindful driving.

For more information about Drive Smart Driver Academy, visit drivesmart.net.au

• 2026 Camberwell Basketball and Dragons partnerships are on sale now. To find out how you can connect with our engaged and vibrant community, contact Andrew Johnstone at [email protected] or call 0425 791 610.

PHOTO: Craig Dingle, Melbourne Sports Photography.