Behind the Game – Speaker Series

Featuring Mark Davis | Hosted by Scott Ninnis

South Adelaide Basketball is proud to introduce Behind the Game, a new speaker series bringing our community closer to the people who have shaped the game.

Held before selected NBL1 home games at Mitchell Park, this series gives members, supporters, and partners the chance to hear directly from some of basketball’s most respected figures in an intimate, relaxed setting.

Each session is hosted by South Adelaide legend Scott Ninnis, who will lead a live Q&A with special guests across the season.

Our First Guest: Mark Davis

“The Chairman of the Boards”

We begin the series with one of the most decorated players in South Australian basketball history.

Mark Davis joined South Adelaide in 1985 and quickly became one of the most dominant and respected players of his era.

Career Highlights:

• South Adelaide State League Champion: 1987, 1989, 1991, 1995, 1997
• 5× Woollacott Medalist (1986–1989, 1992)
• 10× South Adelaide Club MVP
• South Adelaide jersey #33 retired (2015)

NBL Career:

• 3× NBL Champion (Adelaide 36ers): 1986, 1998, 1999
• NBL Grand Final MVP (1986)
• NBL Most Valuable Player (1987)
• 8× NBL All-Star (1988–1995)
• NBL All-Star Game MVP (1991)
• 5× All-NBL First Team (1986–1989, 1991)
• 4× NBL Rebounding Champion (1985–1987, 1993)

Mark’s impact on the game, both at South Adelaide and nationally, places him among the true greats.

Event Details

Date: Sunday (Round 7 – ANZAC Round)
Time: 12:30pm – 2:30pm
Location: Upstairs, Mitchell Park Sports & Community Centre

Tickets: $65 per person
Capacity: Strictly limited to 50 attendees

Your Ticket Includes

• Access to the Behind the Game live Q&A session
• Exclusive pre-game interviews with Paul Bell and Jeremy Smith
• Entry to the NBL1 game: South Adelaide vs North Adelaide Rockets
• Meal + drink (choice of):
 – Burger & Pint
 – Pizza & Pint
 – Schnitzel & Pint
*Pint, Wine or soft drink

Important Information

This session runs during the early part of the NBL1 Women’s game and is designed as a premium pre-game experience leading into the afternoon’s fixtures.

All attendees must hold a valid ticket for entry.

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