Knox Basketball appoints Matthew Nunn as Head Coach of Raiders Men’s NBL1 team

Knox Basketball has appointed Matthew Nunn as Head Coach of its senior Knox Raiders Men’s NBL1 team in the league’s South Conference.

Nunn will take the helm of the Raiders’ NBL1 Men’s team in season 2023, with a focus on laying a strong foundation and developing a pathway for young rising Knox stars transitioning to senior basketball.

Nunn is a highly esteemed coach with a long history in Victorian basketball. His recent coaching positions have included Head Coach of Victoria’s U-20 state team in both 2022 and 2021, and Assistant Coach of the Ballarat Miners NBL1 teams in 2020 and 2021. As a senior player, he won three SEABL (now NBL1) championships with the Ballarat Miners under the leadership of coach and long-term mentor, Brendan Joyce.

Grant Harrison, Chief Executive Officer Knox Basketball said Nunn will be instrumental in building Knox Raiders’ NBL1 side into a championship-winning team.

“We are delighted to welcome Matt to Knox Basketball in what will be a pivotal NBL1 season for the Men’s Raiders. Having won three championships in this league before taking up head coaching roles. Matt’s coaching expertise, track record and leadership will be critical to our success in 2023 and will lay a strong foundation for years to come.” said Mr Harrison.

Matthew Nunn said he was eager to get started with one of Australia’s most-followed NBL1 teams.

“I’m proud to join Knox, one of Melbourne’s most loved clubs, at a crucial time. It’s clear there are significant opportunities ahead to build our team line-up, develop emerging players and continue resetting following two COVID-19 pandemic years. I’m excited about the coaching challenge ahead and ready to start working with our players.”

Mr Nunn’s appointment follows the signing of Jess May as Head Coach of its Knox Raiders NBL1 Women’s team for season 2023.

Knox Raiders is one of Australia’s largest NBL1 clubs, winning 2022 NBL1 Club of the Year and drawing the highest average crowds in the South Conference with over 2000 per game. It is managed by Knox Basketball, an association that will boast 18 community courts with the expected completion of a $132M redevelopment project at the State Basketball Centre expected in 2023.