Romsey Lancefield United is the official name for a brand new basketball club that elected its inaugural club leaders at a meeting on Thursday evening.
Nathaniel Slater, a driving force behind getting the new club off the ground, is club president.
“We achieved a lot tonight,” he said after the meeting.
The club anticipates fielding at least six teams, probably from the 12 to 16 years age bracket.
The club is looking to play in the Sunbury Basketball Association domestic competition, with training at Romsey.
Aussie Hoops is expected to be under way for juniors next month.
The fledgling club is thrilled with the level of support shown from the Romsey and Lancefield communities since the idea gained momentum towards the end of 2023.
The club says it will not be interfering with netball or football in the area at all.
On Saturday morning its first fundraiser was held outside Romsey IGA, with interest shown and $463 raised.
The Romsey Lancefield Basketball name was selected after considering public input.
With Mr Slater as president, others elected were:
Vice-president, Rich James; secretary, Jess Maree Lawler; treasurer, Jason Parades; Junior delegate, Jaram Robertson.
General committee members are Mick Palmer (coaching director), Scott Pape, Emma-Lea Beaton, Amanda Stevens, Antoinette Allegrite, Cameron Austin.
The club has made sure it has a neutral colour – teal shorts with a reversible top – rather than adopt the red and black (Romsey) or yellow and black (Lancefield).
Those interested in supporting or joining the club, or having their youngsters play the sport, will be very welcome.
