Rebuilding Mellieha Basketball!

Support us in bringing basketball back to Mellieħa via Selmun Sports Club (VO 2367). We are at our next step of building a Senior Team to create new opportunities for local youth and future generations and we need the help of the Community.

Neil Community August 5, 2026 at 2:17 pm
€360
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Project Ends on October/08/2026
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Project Description

History

For many residents of Mellieħa, basketball is an important part of our community. In the early 2000s Mellieħa Basketball was a respected and well-supported team that brought together players, families, volunteers, and supporters from across the locality.

Over the years, the original club gradually saw dissolution and short-lived attempts at reintroducing it under new management, leaving a gap in local sport and youth opportunities. At Selmun, you find contributors that were there from the beginning along with new ones that love the game. This time, we’re working on bringing it back from the ground up by starting with the youth U8, U12, U16 and U19.

This campaign aims to raise €7,500 to relaunch Mellieħa Basketball through Selmun Sports Club as a community-focused club that welcomes children, teenagers, and adults who want to play, learn, compete, and represent our Mellieħa with pride.

The Scope

Sport provides much more than competition. It teaches discipline, teamwork, confidence, respect, leadership, and healthy habits that our youth and new generations need to establish a great community. As sports club we provide safe space and a positive environment where young people can develop both on and off the court.

By rebuilding Mellieħa Basketball, we aim to re-establish and revive basketball as an active sport in Mellieħa and the northern region at a Senior (Adult) level. This means we’ll represent Mellieħa in Malta Basketball Association [MBA] leagues once again.

Help us start off with a bang as we hit the ground running! We want to make sure we’re seen and heard, and that people know we’re out there, it’s necessary for our growth. Having these covered, means we can head into the basketball season focusing on basketball itself !

“We don’t stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing” – G.B.S

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Project FAQ

Where can I follow Mellieha Dream Basketball?

Here's our Facebook and Instagram Pages, so make sure to like, follow and share to stay tuned whilst helping us grow our outreach:

https://www.facebook.com/melliehadreambasketball
https://www.instagram.com/melliehadream/

https://www.facebook.com/selmunsportsclub
https://www.instagram.com/selmunsportsclub/

What happens if the target is exceeded?

There's really no such thing as excess funds, as we can turn to our younger groups and invest into their uniforms, equipment, coaching salaries and also push for more indoor facility rental which would elevate the quality of the training sessions.

The longer vision is also to introduce a Division 1 (D1 Senior Men) Team which would entail the need for larger contributions for sure. This would mean Mellieħa participates in the highest national league in Malta again. So if you're looking to partner up as a commercial/business sponsor we're more than happy to discuss opportunities that benefit both sides!

What are the donations for?

We're working on securing a main sponsor and an official venue partner. These will partially support our Division 2 Team coaching, equipment and court facilities rental in their debut. We went for the best available courts at the Ta Qali Basketball Pavilion itself, as well as a renowned Head Coach, who is also one of the best players in Maltese Basketball history, now retired and happily coaching with us! Mr. Fabrizio Mariani.

Now we're turning to the people, to support and jumpstart our basketball groups with:

  1. Experienced coaching renumeration
  2. New team uniforms (kits) and training shirts
  3. Court facility rental expenses
  4. Photography and videography services
  5. Marketing and adverts expenses

Can I help without donating?

We're currently run mainly by volunteers except our Coaches. So of course, any support besides financial support is great!
Sharing the campaign, volunteering, and helping recruit players of all ages can make a significant difference.

Are there currently opportunities to join as players?

There's always room at different age groups!
Reach out to us! Find us on Facebook, on our Website or just contact us directly on Whatsapp 99029511

Is it just basketball?

As Selmun Sports Club, we have:

  • Basketball
  • Volleyball
  • Olympic Weightlifting
  • Crossfit
  • Powerlifting
  • Blackball

That doesn't mean we're not willing to expand if there is the right expertise and contributors! Do reach out should you wish to collaborate on new projects and sports opportunities.

Nice Logo! Who designed it for you?

Indeed! We are a Voluntary Organisation built around voluntary support and sponsorships. We extend our thanks to the graphic design community in Malta where we received attention and support from numerous people. With a special shout out to our final graphics designer and brand designer Ms. Marie Jo Pulis Scicluna, we thank her for her support in making the Dream happen! #daretodream #daretoachieve