Phoenix Stars Give the Gift of Joy
2 Sep
1
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It’s been a long and testing off-season for the NBL world both within clubland and across local basketball communities.
That’s why South East Melbourne Phoenix is going the extra mile to stay connected with its passionate member base and reach out to those doing it tough in the Heartland and beyond.
Phoenix players have already spent countless hours making over 400 calls (with more to come) to have a chat and thank members for their commitment to the organisation through an incredibly challenging period.

(Phoenix members have showed their gratitude on social media)
Without the support of the Phoenix family, the growing community in the Heartland of basketball simply wouldn’t be possible.
Hometown hero Kyle Adnam relished the opportunity to represent South East Melbourne in its inaugural year and is loving the club’s continued support as we edge closer to NBL21.
“It’s been amazing to call our Phoenix members, the backbone of our club,” Adnam says.
“They have shown their support for us during a difficult time, and we have all enjoyed nothing more than thanking them and hearing all the positive messages of excitement and support from each and every one of them.
“It’s one of my favorite things about this club, it feels as if we are one big family, and you can really feel that on those phone calls. I’m looking forward to seeing them all at Phoenix games as soon as possible.”
While we all patiently wait for restrictions to ease as we get on top of the Victorian COVID-19 outbreak, the Phoenix plan to keep engaging with fans at home.
Yep big shouts to @CammyGliddon. Not easy running a virtual clinic and Q&A for hundreds of kids simultaneously and he managed it beautifully. Brought smiles to a bunch of youngsters - including my little man - who are trying to stay active and positive while in lockdown. https://t.co/7Fg2YxhyC7
— Liam Santamaria (@Liam_Santa) August 20, 2020
(Boom recruit Cam Gliddon has already made a meaningful impression on the Phoenix family)
The club will be running an online school holiday program later this month to keep kids at home entertained and have also been sharing training at home videos on social media.
CLICK HERE FOR OUR ONLINE TRAINING SERIES EARLIER THIS YEAR WITH KYLE ADNAM
Some of our favourite reactions from the Phoenix family to our member calls...






Phoenix Media (2/09/2020)

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10 Jan
DREWITT’S BULBS MATCH PREVIEW: Phoenix look to turn up the heat against Perth in front of sold-out SBC

9 Jan
DJ turns the tables as South East Melbourne surges

8 Jan
STANLEY MATCH REPORT: Sobey inspires Phoenix over Hawks in OT

8 Jan
Josh King & DJ Mitchell Press Conference vs Illawarra Hawks (Round 16, NBL26)

7 Jan
DREWITT’S BULBS MATCH PREVIEW: Phoenix look to keep rising in front of sold-out SBC

5 Jan
STANLEY MATCH REPORT: Phoenix beat Kings in stunning shootout

5 Jan
Josh King & Nathan Sobey Press Conference vs Sydney Kings (Round 15, NBL26)

4 Jan
DREWITT’S BULBS MATCH PREVIEW: Phoenix challenge the Kings in top-four clash

31 Dec
STANLEY MATCH REPORT: Phoenix firepower too much for Taipans

31 Dec
Josh King & Jordan Hunter Press Conference vs Cairns Taipans (Round 15, NBL26)

30 Dec
DREWITT’S BULBS MATCH PREVIEW: Phoenix head to Cairns for New Year’s Fireworks

29 Dec
STANLEY MATCH REPORT: Tasmania spoil Ian Clark's Phoenix debut

29 Dec
Josh King Press Conference vs Tasmania JackJumpers (Round 14, NBL26)

28 Dec
'Winning Never Gets Old’: Ian Clark Eyes Championship Impact with Phoenix
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