As the Australian Rollers gear up for their upcoming Paralympic campaign, Basketball Australia, in partnership with the Ford Dealer Network is excited to present Keep on Rollin’ - a digital content series.
This series will showcase content released in lead-up to the Paralympics, providing a look into the journeys and aspirations of Rollers captain Tristan Knowles, veterans Shaun Norris and Bill Latham, and young gun Frank Pinder.
The 2024 Rollers team has a special aura about it, characterised by two history-makers, six promising debutants, and a fight-first mentality that embodies the heart of the Rollers’ culture.
The Rollers' last taste of a Paralympic podium was their silver medal at London 2012. As they head into Paris 2024, the drive to return to is a powerful force propelling their campaign.
Featured content will be released over the week as we ramp up anticipation for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.
FEATURED ATHLETES
Shaun Norris
Frank Pinder
Tristan Knowles
Bill Latham
More information on the Rollers upcoming Paralympics campaign including team and schedule click here
About the Australian Rollers
Australia’s Rollers men’s wheelchair team have an incredible history. Wheelchair basketball was one of the foundation sports at the first Paralympic Games in Rome in 1960.
And since the 1968 Summer Paralympics, the Rollers been fierce competitors on the biggest stage. The program has won four medals from 15 appearances, two gold (1996, 2008) and two silver (2004, 2012).
About the Ford Dealership Network
In April, 2024 the Ford Dealership Network announced a major partnership with the Ford Rollers and Gliders – extending their contribution to Australian basketball. The ongoing relationship with the Ford Dealer Network ensures that Australia’s wheelchair basketball teams will have the resources required to challenge the world’s best.
“The Rollers and Gliders have been consistent performers on the international stage and the backing of the Ford Dealer Network will assist in taking our programs to another level,” said Leigh Gooding, Basketball Australia’s General Manager of Wheelchair & 3x3 Programs.
The expansive nature of the relationship is driven by the Ford Dealer Network’s genuine commitment to Australian basketballers, from the community courts to the big stage.
“Basketball is an amazing platform for Australians, no matter their age, ability, or their social background. We are incredibly proud of our partnership with all Basketball Australia teams – the Boomers, the Opals, the Ford Gliders and Ford Rollers as well as the Ford Aussie Hoops program,” said Cameron McLeish, Chairman of the Ford Dealer Advertising Fund.
