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Many players would be happy recording 21 points, 14 rebounds and five assists on debut, but for one NBL recruit it is just a solid foundation.

Premium Content Subscriber only After securing a strong win against the Rockets, Mackay will have the opportunity to win back-to-back games against its rivals as the side make the trip to Rockhampton on Saturday. Despite winning in the beef capital once in his 10 seasons in the league, Meteors coach Joel Khalu said the team had reviewed the footage and was excited for the trip south. “The film session on Tuesday highlighted areas where we weren’t great, both defensively and with our offensive execution, so if we can make those adjustments then we’ll be a better side,” he said.

Premium Content Subscriber only A fourth quarter explosion has secured a Mackay victory in the first home game of the new season. With the game played in front of a capacity home crowd, Rockhampton got within two points before the Meteors pulled away to win 95-81. Coach Joel Khalu said he was happy with how the team stayed composed in a tense final quarter. “Basketball is a game of runs, Rockhampton has guys who can shoot the ball so one thing with our group is that we know they’re never out of it,” he said. “Even when we’re up 10 or 15 they’re never out of it, but I had confidenc...

Premium Content Subscriber only Mackay basketball will make its long-awaited foray into the NBL1 this weekend, with both the Meteors and Meteorettes opening their seasons. Both sides will feature in a double-header to begin the season, with games in Townsville and Cairns scheduled for Friday and Saturday nights. Meteors coach Joel Khalu said it was an exciting time to be a basketball fan in Mackay. “It’s been a long time coming, with last season being cancelled,” he said. “Everyone’s pretty pumped the season is back, and everyone’s excited to play.” Mackay e...