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The SA Shotclock is back for another week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues including NBL1 Central and the off season of the NBL & WNBL season.


It's a huge week in the City of Churches as the secret is finally out that Adelaide will host the NBL1 National Finals 2026 in August - we chat to GM of the NBL1 Tyrone Thwaites, New CEO of Basketball SA in Ben MacCormack and two players who could feature in August in West Adelaide Bearcats Coco Hodges and South Adelaide Panthers Rio Bruton. 

Trystan Spooner from NBL...

The SA Shotclock is back for another week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues including NBL1 Central and the off season of the NBL & WNBL season.

TP is joined by special guest from the North Adelaide Rockets Kaden Archie - an acrobatic specialist with a set of skills who has helped elevate his side to their targets in 2026. Kaden has had quite the storied career already - and some pretty famous teammates both here and overseas.

One of the interviews of the season also brought up the balance of competitiveness versus respect and cu...

The SA Shotclock is back for another week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues including NBL1 Central and the off season of the NBL & WNBL season.

TP is joined by regular co-host Jarryd Hoppo to run through the SA Shotclock All-Star Weekend for its fourth season - where based on the first half of the season we select four conference teams from both North and South based teams in Womens and Mens that we'd love to see play each other plus some extra fantasy teams we'd like to play exhibition games.

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The SA Shotclock is back for another week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues including NBL1 Central and the off season of the NBL & WNBL season.

TP is joined for the NBL1 Central heritage week by a man that saw plenty of the 2010s including a club's minor successes - Tom Giles joins the show as a well versed man who's seen both sides of the sporting spectrum through his SA Basketball Premier League and NBL1 stint and takes us through the mentality of clubs where they might be heading and where they might be aft...

The SA Shotclock is back for another week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues including NBL1 Central and the off season of the NBL & WNBL season.

TP is joined in the second part of our mid-season wrap up of SA born and connected NBL1 players as we hit the east coast to chat to Mal "Big Dog" Crawford and chat about a Dolphin making a splash in NBL1 North that has earnt her Gangurrus stripes and having a breakout season.

Then we head to NBL1 East to chat to great friend of the sho...

An exclusive on the SA Shotclock this week before the second half of the NBL1 Central season gets underway - TP is joined by incoming West Adelaide Bearcat and WNBL utility and new super mum Alex Ciabattoni

Chibba talks early life, Lightning debut, Newman college, travels in Italy and how much Perth is a second home to her with the Perth Lynx. Plenty to chat about so lets get warmed up for this one that's enough to make you Chibba...

The SA Shotclock is back for another week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues including NBL1 Central and the off season of the NBL & WNBL season.

TP is joined in the first part of our mid-season wrap up of SA born and connected NBL1 players first heading West to chat to Trystan Spooner and particularly those Rockingham Flames Men and a Lightning rookie roaring and making a case for WNBL27

Then we head to NBL1 South to chat to the big boss in Michael "Thommo" Thompson about the Betty Watson Breakout Player of th...

The SA Shotclock is back for another week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues including NBL1 Central and the off season of the NBL & WNBL season.

TP is joined by regular co-host Jarryd Hoppo to discuss where to now for the Adelaide 36ers after the anticipated/unexpected or is it timed departure of Mike Wells from the club – the timing, the things to watch for including key dates other teams are worth keeping an eye on plus with three coaching jobs still to be determined the first dominos may have just fallen to clear up the...

The SA Shotclock is back for another week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues including NBL1 Central and the off season of the NBL & WNBL season.

TP is joined by special guest from the Eastern Mavericks Antigonie Sanabria as she shares about her journey from the states to her first professional gigs in Ireland, Spain and Puerto Rico including her journey with one of the youngest sides of the competition is on and how growing up in different places in the state helped form her path of the future. 

TP & Tiggie take a div...

The SA Shotclock is back for another week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues including NBL1 Central and the off-season of the NBL and WNBL season.


TP quickly surveys the landscape for the Adelaide 36ers and Adelaide Lightning with free agency upon us and checks in on U18 Nationals in Queensland for SA Country and Metro teams. 

TP reviews NBL1 Central Round 4 results & predictions for Round 5 with some streaks needing to be overcome to change team fortunes heading into the first double header weekend of the season.

The SA Shotclock is back for another week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues including NBL1 Central and the conclusion of the NBL season.

After a week of reflection and dissection – we look back at the extended highlights of Game 4 and Game 5 of the Championship series between the Adelaide 36ers and the Sydney Kings with guest co-host Jarryd Hoppo.

Every moment and play is under the microscope as we look at the what if’s and what’s next for the 36ers as the important post season fallout plays out…  

TP & Hoppo take...

The SA Shotclock is back for another week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues including NBL1 Central and the conclusion of the NBL season.

TP has a very special show to honour the legacy and long-standing Marion Basketball Stadium as it likely closes its doors for the last time this Thursday night in the NBL1 Central between the South Adelaide Panthers & the Norwood Flames.

It's past and present as Panthers and basketball legend Scott Ninnis joins the show along with for the first time since our opening season the “Mid-Range Marvel” himself Jeremy Smith...

The SA Shotclock is back for another week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues including NBL1 Central and the conclusion of the NBL season.

TP is joined by Southern Tigers recruit however familiar face to the league in friend of the show Holly Forbes as she shares about her last 12 months of hoops in Europe and West and why she’s returned to the City of Churches for 2026.

TP & Holly highlight the key games of Round 1 in the NBL1 Central including the numbers that matter & the three take-aways before previewing Round 2 action this week...

TP is joined by new Sturt Sabres signing Jarryd Hoppo as he comes up against his former side in the South Adelaide Panthers in the Kayo Freebies Game of the Week in the NBL1 Central & drops his thoughts on Game One tonight of the NBL Grand Finals Series between the Sydney Kings and the Adelaide 36ers.

The SA Shotclock is back for a second time this week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues including NBL1 Central and the conclusion of the NBL season.

More “Under the Microscope” comes our way as we look at the final three clubs West Adelaide Bearcats, Woodville Warriors and the Sturt Sabres. TP & Jimmy Buckets analyse three Women’s teams all at precarious positions the defending champions, the almost were and the one that went out in straight sets – are these the top three champion contenders in 2026?

Then in the men’s back-to-back for the Bearcats...

The SA Shotclock is back for another week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues including NBL1 Central and the conclusion of the NBL season.

More “Under the Microscope” comes at us hard as we piece together the chances of the Norwood Flames and the Central District Lions.

TP & Jimmy Buckets analyse both Women’s teams which enter 2026 with solid back up core but once again will the incoming recruits be enough to lift them up the table from where they were in 2025? It couldn’t be more different in the Mens though with the Flames...

SA Shotclock presents extended highlights of the First Semi-Final matchup of the NBL26 1st Playoff Series between the Adelaide 36ers and the South East Melbourne Phoenix incluidng the full final frenetic final quarter - your commentators are the SA Shotclock's TP & Scotty plus alumni Kerry

The SA Shotclock is back for another week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues and NBL26 & WNBL26 seasons.

More “Under the Microscope” hits us with the incoming analysis of the Forestville Eagles, North Adelaide Rockets and the South Adelaide Panthers.

TP & Jimmy Buckets analyse all six teams with a number of contending teams in the women’s but perhaps are still the “one piece” away from having the assuredness of a top position in 2026. 

These Men’s teams have had some roster turnover heading in different directions so while managing expectations is key – how fa...

The SA Shotclock is back for another week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues and NBL26 & WNBL26 seasons.

It’s finally here!!! With under 21 days to go till the start of the season – “Under the Microscope” is back for another season on all teams across the NBL1 Central League. First up it’s the Southern Tigers and Eastern Mavericks Women and Men we look over their complete rosters and chances in 2026.

TP & Jimmy Buckets analyse all four teams with both Women’s seemingly in different development positions with a clear focus and pathway forward while...

The SA Shotclock is back for another week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues and NBL26 & WNBL26 seasons.

TP squares up again with West counterpart Trystan Spooner to chat about WNBL Finals and our key SA players involved in the finals series. Then after watching & listening on the Collective to the Throwdown – the scenario of who needs the win in the last game of the regular season has changed significantly

One thing is for certain – a significant local player reminded us that it ain’t over till it’s over and perhaps we should kee...

The SA Shotclock is back for another week bringing you the latest in SA Basketball including the last part of the NBL and WNBL Season

TP recaps the Adelaide Lightning and WNBL awards for South Australians as they prepare for the semi-finals via all four teams.  

TP is then joined by Jimmy Buckets to go “Under the Microscope” for the first time this year with the TOP NBL1 Central Games to watch for in 2026 & to consider if any have been missed and why TP chose these the games for different reasons plus in SA Basketball News touch...

The SA Shotclock is back for another week bringing you the latest in SA Basketball including the last part of the NBL and WNBL Season  

In part two - TP reviews the latest on the Adelaide 36ers and briefly reviews their one-point loss to the Illawarra Hawks and looks ahead to a "prove your point" match-up against Melbourne United.

Then Ashlee Strawbridge of the Adelaide Lightning joins us to share about her season, the Lightning group the last few weeks and about the last game of the season tomorrow against the Southside Melbourne Flyers.

The SA Shotclock is back for another week bringing you the latest in SA Basketball including the last part of the NBL and WNBL Season  

In part one so we can review the events of the coming days - TP reviews the latest NBL1 Central signings then shares the conclusion of the latest results from State Basketball representation for the U20s and the Ivor Burge Teams as the medal games were played out.

Then Jarryd Hoppo returns to the Shotclock to dissect briefly the events of the last week with both giving timely reminders and c...

The SA Shotclock is back for another week bringing you the latest in SA Basketball including the last part of the NBL and WNBL Season  

TP reviews the latest NBL1 Central signings then shares about the latest results from State Basketball representation for both clubs as well as SA Metro and SA Country reps over January whilst also keeping a close eye on the U20s and the Ivor Burge Teams as the weekend concludes.

Then special guest from the West Trystan Spooner stops by again to comb over the NBL and WNBL results for both A...

The SA Shotclock is back with a special presentation for 2026

TP headed up the call team for the Collective for all NINE Games at Hoopsfest 2026 featuring all WNBL and NBL Teams – this is the best we could squeeze into our show and its worth the listen  

Featuring NBL1 West Commentators Paul Persic, Trystan Spooner and Tahlia Kelly – each game had something different and the atmosphere was electric.

One Beat, One City, All Ball – here are the highlights of Hoopsfest 2026 as called by us…

The SA Shotclock is back for the first time 2026 after the quarter time break including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues and NBL26 & WNBL26 seasons.

TP is still in the West after the 53rd New Year Classic and ready to lead the Collective “Hoopsfest Radio” team in exciting developments as he and Chappy cover the games over the break for the Adelaide Lightning and the Adelaide 36ers including the key highlights. TP & Chappy also talk some key NBL1 Central signings after the break ad discuss the current state of both Lightning and 36ers heading into the next s...

The SA Shotclock is back for another week for a special milestone before the quarter time break of the season on SA’s local basketball leagues and NBL26 & WNBL26 seasons.

THIS IS EPISODE 100 of the SA Shotclock

TP is joined by Chappy in person as we run through the highlights, memories and favourite segments of the last two and a half seasons of the show.

A special edition of Fact or Feeling follows with a special mystery guest appearance plus to conclude our first quarter – we have our gifts for SA Basketball like we do e...

The SA Shotclock is back for another week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues and NBL26 & WNBL26 seasons.

TP is joined by Scott Freer LIVE just before the Adelaide 36ers take on the Illawarra Hawks to check in on the NBL1 Central latest signings with a couple of returns bringing some early joy to clubs prior to Christmas.

Both the Adelaide Lightning and Adelaide 36ers are on the road this week but have we learnt anything new this week about either side or will questions remain unanswered till the crunch time of the se...

The SA Shotclock is back for another week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues and NBL26 & WNBL26 seasons.

TP is joined by Scott Freer to check in on the NBL1 Central latest signings off the back of marketplace watch the previous episode with some key pieces falling into place plus check in briefly what’s happening globally as well

Both the Adelaide Lightning and Adelaide 36ers are at interesting junctions in the season with the Lightning forming their identity on the road and the 36ers making their mark as a top contender in 2026. 
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The SA Shotclock is back to regulation including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues and NBL26 & WNBL26 seasons.

TP is joined by Scott Freer to look over the Adelaide Lightning and Adelaide 36ers leading into and out of the FIBA Break and Scott has some strong thoughts and opinions worth a consideration.

With NBL1 Central only less than four months away and teams starting to put their first hands out on the table –  TP & Jimmy Buckets James Woite begin to hit the NBL1 Central Marketplace to see what’s been bought, what’s to buy and w...

A very SPECIAL conclusion to the Beyond Regulation series as we conclude our mini-series - the full highlights of the Adelaide Lightning vs Geelong Venom in the WNBL and it had it all!!!

The return of Shyla Heal & Jaz Shelley crafted her way to a strong performance but with head coach of the Opals and WNBA new franchise the Toronto Tempo in attendance Sandy Brondello - The Lightning had all players have their moment in this one but the night belonged to the vintage performance that reminded us who super Steph is when she answers the call for...

The SA Shotclock is back for a SPECIAL extended set of mini-sodes BEYOND REGULATION including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues and NBL26 & WNBL26 seasons.

TP has Bella drop in to go over the Adelaide Lightning’s effort against the Bendigo Spirit and quickly snap into gear for the Geelong Venom matchup tonight.

Did the Sixers ignite their season in more ways than one on Wednesday? Bella and TP ask the question as they look ahead at the key set of fixtures ahead on the road for the Sixers and forecast the shadow of impo...

The SA Shotclock is back for a SPECIAL extended set of mini-sodes BEYOND REGULATION including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues and NBL26 & WNBL26 seasons.

TP brings back Chappy to help look over the last recently announced SA State Selections from U15s through to U20s & Ivor Burge plus the NPC selections for the COE from the state.

TP & Chappy relive the highlights of the overtime thriller between the Adelaide 36ers and Cairns Taipans before looking ahead to Wednesday Night’s Ignite Cup blockbuster against the Illawarra Hawks.

The SA Shotclock is back for a SPECIAL extended set of mini-sodes BEYOND REGULATION including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues and NBL26 & WNBL26 seasons.

TP has a very special guest – one of the eight inductees into the Basketball SA Hall of Fame for 2025 and previous show guest back for another quarter in Jo Hill. Jo helps TP run through the Hall of Fame inductees (with thanks to the Basketball SA History Committee) as well as other association new life members – and there might be a surprise there… 

TP & Jo also dive into the Adelaide L...

The SA Shotclock is back for a SPECIAL extended set of mini-sodes BEYOND REGULATION including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues and NBL26 & WNBL26 seasons. 

TP brings in the first guest of the week with the man making the Hop over to the Sturt Sabres Jarryd Hoppo chatting all things NBL1 Central and some recent signing announcement.    

Hoppo and TP then talk the Adelaide 36ers loss to the Wildcats and cast an eye over some intriguing moves and performances from the roster for the Tasmanian Jack jumpers in preparation for Sunday’s arrival of perhaps...

The SA Shotclock is back for SPECIAL extended set of mini-sodes BEYOND REGULATION including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues and NBL26 & WNBL26 seasons.

TP kicks us off for the week with the highlights of the Adelaide Lightning’s second strike against the Sydney Flames before a quick preview of their tough travel assignment to the Townsville Fire tonight.

With seven games in a week and a half starting tonight for both the Adelaide 36ers and Adelaide Lightning plus so much more SA Basketball News to cover – we will have to go beyond regulation for th...

The SA Shotclock is back for another week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues and NBL26 & WNBL26 seasons.

TP is joined once again by Jimmy Buckets to chat the week in SA Hoops including some movements down in Morphett Vale from the Southern Tigers that caught their eye.   

They chat Adelaide 36ers and Adelaide Lightning in “Know the Numbers” thanks to Sweeney Accounting including the much-anticipated rivalry between the Adelaide 36ers and the Perth Wildcats going to another level with the off-season move of the five-time NBL MVP Bryce Cotton.   

Plus, SA Basketb...

The SA Shotclock is back for another week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues and NBL26 & WNBL26 seasons.

TP and Jimmy Buckets dissect the recent Adelaide 36ers and Adelaide Lightning results including an “Elevated Encore” asking the question to shoot or not to shoot?

We catch up with Isaac White from the Adelaide 36ers about his recent journey and the return of the prodigal son home to the City of Churches.

Dallas Loughridge and Jasmin Fejo join us from the Adelaide Lightning to share about Indigenous round in the WNBL and their...

The SA Shotclock is back for another week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues and NBL26 & WNBL26 seasons.

TP is home from Honiara in the Solomon Islands and shares the highlight that sums up the week it was in the FIBA Melanesian Cup 2025 on the opening night of the tournament.

Mr Xs and Os co-commentator Scott Freer drops in to chat Adelaide Waatu, Adelaide 36ers and Adelaide Lightning in “Know the Numbers” thanks to Sweeney Accounting including the depth of the “Cotton Coverage” completed by the Sydney Kings in their upset win at the AEC.

The SA Shotclock is back for another week including the latest on SA’s local basketball leagues and NBL26 & WNBL26 seasons.

Halo Olgeta, Bula Vinaka & Bonjour here from Honiara in the Solomon Islands where TP is currently stationed working with FIBA for the Melanesian Cup 2025 for this week’s episode joined by NBL1 Central co-commentator James “Jimmy Buckets” Woite from Australia.

TP and Jimmy this week cover everything happening in the NBL1 Central off-season movement & Adelaide 36ers form heading into the big grudge clash with the Sydney Kings on Saturday night. We have the highlights and the pres...