Phoenix Return to Heartland

Friday, July 22, 2022

South East Melbourne Phoenix will return to their spiritual home for three games in the NBL23 season.

A highlight for players and staff in years one and two, the Phoenix have been unable to play a game at the State Basketball Centre since 2021 due to Covid-19 restrictions.

The club will play their last three home games in the Heartland, against the Brisbane Bullets on Monday, January 16 at 7:30 pm, the Perth Wildcats on Sunday, January 22 at 2 pm, and finally Cairns Taipans on Australia Day Eve, January 25 at 7:30 pm.

“Each time we’ve played a home game at SBC, the game has sold out in less than five days,” CEO Tommy Greer said. “Our members, fans, players, and staff love this game each season; the atmosphere is electric. Don’t hesitate to buy tickets; these are the games not to miss and the games that will sell out.”

“We love playing out in the Heartland; the energy and atmosphere are amazing, the crowd is a sea of green, and it always makes it special for us players,” captain Kyle Adnam said.

The full 2022/23 Hungry Jack’s NBL Season schedule will be released on Monday, July 25.