Ballarat Basketball and the Ballarat Miners are proud to celebrate an extraordinary milestone of 30 years in partnership with Integra Group. This long-standing relationship has played a pivotal role in the growth and success of our basketball community, with Integra’s unwavering support helping us to build and strengthen our association over the years.
As one of the longest-standing supporters of Ballarat Basketball, Integra has witnessed firsthand the growth and success of the association over the years. Matt Agterhuis & Nick Grylewicz are both not only Directors at Integra but have also heavily been involved in significant roles at Ballarat Basketball as players, coaches and board members, shared their thoughts on what this partnership has meant to them;
Matt Agterhuis: “One of our core values here at Integra is the commitment to building strong communities, that’s at the heart of what we do. When I think of community, I think of health, education, and sport, as they form the foundation of a thriving community. So, when we can connect with those pillars, like the Miners and Ballarat Basketball, it plays a key role in fostering deeper community engagement.”
Nick Grylewicz: “At Integra, we have now been creating communities for over 40 years, part of that role is connecting people, and sport does that for us. Being part of the Ballarat Basketball partnership, especially around Women’s sport has been fantastic.”
From the grassroots to elite-level teams, Integra’s partnership has been a cornerstone in the development of basketball in Ballarat. The dedicated support from Integra’s team, particularly Matt Agterhuis & Nick Grylewicz, has had a profound impact on our programs, and the broader basketball family. Their commitment goes beyond sponsorship, it’s a true partnership built on trust, collaboration, and shared passion for sport.
Ballarat Basketball CEO Nev Ivey emphasized the vital role Integra’s support has played in the growth of the association and its programs over the last three decades by saying, “The relationship between Ballarat Basketball and Integra Ballarat is something truly special. Over the past three decades, their support has been instrumental in enabling us to develop and expand our programs. Matt, Nick, and the entire Integra team have always been more than just sponsors, they have been true partners in every sense. Together, we’ve created opportunities for so many athletes, coaches, and volunteers, and this partnership has helped us build a stronger, more vibrant basketball community in Ballarat.”
Chris Thornton, Partnerships and Marketing Manager at Ballarat Basketball highlighted the significance of the partnership and the ongoing impact it has on the association’s ability to achieve its goals, stating, “Celebrating 30 years of partnership with Integra is a remarkable achievement. The support we’ve received from Matt, Nick, and the entire Integra team has been unwavering. Their commitment has enabled us to take bold steps forward, and their belief in our vision has made a real difference in the development of our programs. We’re excited for the future and look forward to many more years of collaboration with such an integral part of the Ballarat basketball family.”
As we celebrate this incredible milestone, we reflect on the lasting impact this partnership has had on the Ballarat basketball community. The support from Integra Ballarat has been instrumental in our growth, and we are grateful for the shared vision that has helped shape the future of basketball in our region. We look forward to continuing this legacy of collaboration and community development, as we strive to create even more opportunities for players, coaches, and families in the years to come.