Bob Elphinston

Bob Elphinston

Bob Elphinston was a pioneer in the development of Australian basketball across

all levels and today is one of the most influential men in world basketball

through his role as President of FIBA.

He was behind the development of Association representative basketball, he

was a member of the formative Board of the National Basketball League, he was

a Secretary General of the Australian Olympic Committee, he was a foundation

President of the Australian Basketball Coaches Association and he is a Life

Member of Basketball NSW.

He was the manager of the national men’s team at 38 events, including the

1982 World Championship in Colombia and the 1984 Olympic Games in Los

Angeles. He also played a pivotal role in establishing the NSW State Sports

Centre as well as in garnering the successful bid for the 2000 Olympic Games