The Pioneers Basketball Club would like to announce the appointment of Ray de Wit as the Senior coach for the 2008-2009 seasons.

Ray is a former player of the Pioneers Basketball Club, who was a favourite at the “Icehouse” for his determination and competitive spirit.  Ray was best known for his commitment as a team player who gave 100% effort at all times.  Ray always played to win and will expect his players to provide a winning attitude and total commitment whilst representing the club and importantly our region at all times.

(Ray de Wit: brief career stats below)

Ray is determined to achieve success both on and off the court.  The team will have a strong focus on developing a winning culture and playing with passion and commitment.

Ray will be turning his immediate focus on signing players and appointing his support staff.

The Pioneers are committed to representing this region on the National stage with pride and will be focussing on development and opportunities for players within the region in the future.

We look forward to next season and your continued support of the team, we are determined to move forward with a positive approach. 

Please contact me to arrange interviews with Ray or myself.
 

Kind regards

Darryl Starick

President

0447 233012

Ray de Wit

Ray began playing basketball for Centrals Juniors in Adelaide.  He played senior basketball for Centrals at the age of 17.  Ray then moved to Woodville and played CBA and SEABL for Woodville for 3 Years and was named in their ALL STAR Team for the Clubs 25th Anniversary.

Ray moved to Mount Gambier in 1990, began to play SEABL for the Pioneers, Ray played over 100 games for the Pioneers Basketball club.  Over the years, Ray has also assisted with the development of many local juniors (eg Dave Bowden Jnr.) and also played in and coached numerous A Grade Premierships with Cougars.  Ray has coached 3 Green Triangle League Championships for Mount Gambier, and still coaches at Junior Levels.  Ray is married to Michelle and they have 3 sons, Kane (10) Zach (8) & Toby (5) who all play Basketball in the Mount Gambier Association.  Ray runs his own business and employs 6 full-time staff.