Pioneers to Honour Season’s Best at 2025 Serle-Scott Medal Dinner

2025 Serle-Scott Medal Dinner: Celebrating a Season of Excellence
The Pioneers Basketball Club is proud to present the 2025 Serle-Scott Medal Dinner, an evening dedicated to recognising the outstanding achievements of our players, volunteers, and club leaders across a memorable NBL1 South season.

This special night will honour the on-court excellence of our men’s and women’s teams, celebrate the club spirit shown behind the scenes, and acknowledge those who truly embody what it means to be a Pioneer.

Event Details
Venue: The Commodore
Date: Tuesday, 22 July 2025
Time: 6:30PM for a 7:00PM start
Bookings: Click here to reserve your seat

Major Player Awards
The Beth Serle Medal – OneFortyOne Women’s MVP
Named after club Life Member and long-serving basketball contributor Beth Serle, this award is presented to the Most Valuable Player from the OneFortyOne Pioneers Women’s team. Beth’s tireless dedication to the growth of basketball across Mount Gambier and the wider region continues to inspire future generations.

The Allan Scott Medal – Castec Rural Pioneers Men’s MVP
This prestigious honour is named in memory of the late Allan Scott, who played a pivotal role in founding the Pioneers Basketball Club in 1988. Supported by his wife Grace, son Ray, and daughter-in-law Jill, the Scott family’s contribution to the club spans decades. The medal is awarded to the Most Valuable Player from the Castec Rural Pioneers Men’s team.

Team Awards
Presented by the Head Coaches, a range of Team Awards will acknowledge individual efforts that have driven success and upheld team values across the 2025 season.

Among these is the Kurt Russell Finals Player of the Year, awarded to the standout contributor from the Castec Rural Pioneers Men’s 2025 finals campaign.

All team awards are generously supported by the club’s Naming Rights and Platinum Partners.

Club Awards
Jason Joynes Club Person of the Year
Named in honour of past championship player Jason Joynes, this award recognises a current member of the Pioneers Board of Management who has demonstrated exceptional leadership and voluntary service throughout the 2025 season.

Volunteer of the Year
Celebrating the contributions of a dedicated volunteer who has played a vital role on game nights and behind the scenes during the year.

Pathways Technical Official Award (New in 2025)
Introduced this season, this award highlights the commitment of individuals involved in the sport’s technical pathway. Eligible recipients include referees, statisticians, and scoretable officials who contribute to both the Pioneers and the wider Mount Gambier basketball community.

Philadelphia Cream Cheese Fans Player of the Year
For the first time ever, Pioneers fans have the chance to decide who takes home the club’s Fans Player of the Year award, thanks to our Platinum Partner Philadelphia Cream Cheese.

Using a 3-2-1 voting system, fans are encouraged to vote for their favourite players from both the OneFortyOne women’s and Castec Rural Pioneers men’s squads. Only one player will be crowned the inaugural Fans Player of the Year — someone who embodies Pioneer Passion, community spirit, and the values of our club.

Voting closes at 5PM on Tuesday, 22 July
Cast your vote now

This evening marks the final chapter of the 2025 NBL1 South season — a night to reflect, reconnect, and recognise those who gave it their all for the Pioneers.

We invite all players, sponsors, members, and supporters to join us for a night of celebration. Book your seat here