National Wheelchair Basketball League (Australia)
The National Wheelchair Basketball League (NWBL) in Australia is the premier wheelchair basketball competition in the country. It is a national league, featuring teams from various states and territories. The NWBL provides a competitive environment for elite wheelchair basketball players to develop their skills and compete at a high level.
The league plays a crucial role in identifying and developing athletes for the Australian national wheelchair basketball team, known as the Rollers, and the Australian women's national wheelchair basketball team, known as the Gliders. Many Rollers and Gliders players have honed their skills within the NWBL.
The structure and format of the NWBL season typically involve a regular season followed by playoffs, culminating in a championship game to determine the league champion. The exact format, number of teams, and season schedule may vary from year to year.
The NWBL is governed by relevant sporting bodies or organizations responsible for wheelchair basketball in Australia. These bodies are responsible for setting the rules and regulations of the league, promoting the sport, and ensuring fair play.