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1954 QLD Men at Australian Championships

The Queensland Men’s basketball team at the 1954 Australian Championships in Brisbane, representing the state during a formative era for basketball in Australia.

1956 Melbourne Olympics Basketball Results

At the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games, Australia finished 12th in men’s basketball while the USA claimed gold, marking Australia’s debut in Olympic basketball history.

1950 Australian Men’s Titles in Brisbane

State captains from NSW, VIC, QLD and SA gather at the 1950 Australian Men’s Basketball Titles in Brisbane, reflecting the early growth of the sport across the country.

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Got old photos, clippings or memorabilia from Queensland basketball? We’d love to include them in our history collection. Send your contributions to Lachlan Nuttall at marketing@basketballqld.net.au.

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