Mitchell Bond
Nickname: Bondy Classification/Position: 3.0 (Guard) Club teams: Red Dust (NWBL), VIS (Victorian Institute of Sport) Career goals/Aspirations:Go to college in the US - Represent Australia - Complete a degree in Sport Science
Mitchell Bond, hailing from Geelong, found his way into wheelchair basketball through competing in track and athletics.
Growing up in a highly competitive family, sport was always a key part of Mitchell’s life, helping him bond with friends and teammates.
His first coach, Richard Coleman, introduced him to the world of competitive sport, fostering his early athletic career.
Mitchell's major achievements include competing in the 2022 U23 World Championships in Thailand, and winning the "Young Player of the Year" award in the National League season 2024.
Playing Style:
Mitchell describes himself as a shooter with some playmaking ability, helping to contribute to his team’s offense.
Did you know?
Outside of basketball, Mitchell is:
- An avid supporter of the Essendon Bombers (AFL).
- A competitive Mario Kart racer.
- A fan of the original Fresh Prince of Bel-Air TV show.
