Meet the Townsville Basketballers who are leading the way across their senior men’s and women’s teams

Townsville is a thriving hub of North Queensland basketball talent, check out the 10 players who are setting the standard.

Townsville basketballer Harrison Pennisi has been named among the best the community has to offer. Picture: Wade Wright

Townsville basketball is the host of some brilliant athletes across both men’s and women’s competitions. Meet the 10 senior players that are the heart and soul of the local basketball landscape.

Check out our list of the 11 best junior ballers in Townsville.

Max Norton

NBL1 fan-favourite and sharp shooter who has made his way through the Townsville junior basketball ranks.

Townsville basketballer Max Norton has been named among the best the community has to offer.

Ethan Betts

Has been the cornerstone of Townsville’s NBL1 Men’s Team in recent years. He’s renowned for his relentless work ethic, defensive tenacity and fearless offensive drive.

Townsville basketballer Ethan Betts has been named among the best the community has to offer.

Richard Peachey

Electrifying presence on the court combining his sharpshooting ability with incredible athleticism.

Townsville basketballer Richard Peachy has been named among the best the community has to offer.

Marshall Wilson

Embodies the spirit of a blue-collar worker on the court. A defensive juggernaut who takes pride in shutting down opponents and doing the hard work.

Townsville basketballer Marshall Wilson has been named among the best the community has to offer. Picture: Wade Wright

Harrison Pennisi

Athletic big man that brings energy and impact when he’s on the floor. Rebounding and blocking shots are a big part of his game.

Kate Searle (nee Gaze)

Kate has embraced the local community so much that she now calls the North her home. A role model for all players, Gazey is the ultimate professional who plays with high IQ and can shoot the ball from anywhere.

Townsville basketballer Kate Searle has been named among the best the community has to offer.

Alex Fowler

A proud Townsville junior and USA Portland Pilots college graduate is back in Australia making a big impression on the WNBL and NBL1 leagues.

Townsville basketballer Alex Fowler has been named among the best the community has to offer. Picture: Wade Wright

Lauren Andrews

Strong rebounding power forward who can shoot the ball from deep, Lauren can hurt teams inside the paint and beyond the arc.

Townsville basketballer Lauren Andrews has been named among the best the community has to offer. Picture: Wade Wright

Shaylee Browning

With her fitness going to a new level and her defence always threatening, the athletic guard can shoot the ball from beyond the arc and is deadly driving to the rim.

Townsville basketballer Shaylee Browning has been named among the best the community has to offer. Picture: Wade Wright

Ainslie Minogue

High IQ player who can play multiple positions - she can fill many roles for the Townsville Flames.

Townsville basketballer Ainslie Minogue has been named among the best the community has to offer. Picture: Wade Wright

Originally published as Meet the Townsville Basketballers who are leading the way across their senior men’s and women’s teams