BQ Archives 1960s

Barrie captained and coached the Queensland Men’s team at the 1967 Australian Championships in Perth, having represented Queensland at four senior men’s championships.

Mackay faced Rockhampton at the 1961 State Championships in Toowoomba, capturing the regional rivalries that shaped early Queensland basketball.

The Queensland Men’s basketball team at the 1964 Australian Championships in Adelaide, continuing the state’s presence on the national stage during the 1960s.

Carol McCafferty and Jean Hook from Cairns in 1963, two key figures contributing to the growth of women’s basketball in Far North Queensland.

The 1964 Metropolitan Men’s basketball team at the State Titles in Brisbane, reflecting the strength of the metropolitan program in Queensland basketball during the 60s.

The 1961 Metropolitan Men’s basketball team competing at the State Titles in Toowoomba, capturing a moment in Queensland’s competitive basketball history.

The Mackay women’s basketball team in 1961, showcasing the region’s talent and commitment to women’s basketball in Queensland during the early years of the sport.

The Cairns women’s basketball team in 1961, representing Far North Queensland and contributing to the early development of women’s basketball in the state.

North West Districts faced Paratels during the Easter at the Plaza competition in 1965, a snapshot of Queensland’s basketball community events in the mid-60s.

David Claxton in action with the ball at the 1963 Australian Titles in Devonport.

Far North Queensland captain Barry Spollen is presented with the trophy at the 1965 Under 18 Titles, celebrating a milestone moment in early Queensland basketball history.