Basketball South Australia is thrilled to announce the appointment of Vanessa Devlin as our new Technical Officials and Referees Manager.
Vanessa brings a wealth of experience to this role, having been a dedicated referee since 1999. She holds both 5×5 and 3×3 FIBA international basketball licences and has proudly represented Australia on the global stage, officiating in numerous prestigious tournaments, including:
Vanessa recently retired as a referee in the WNBL after reaching the incredible milestone of 100 games, but her passion for the sport continues.
Throughout her outstanding career, Vanessa has been recognised for her contributions to basketball, including being named the South Australian Official of the Year twice in 2019 and 2022.
In addition to her refereeing accomplishments, Vanessa has played a pivotal role in advancing opportunities for women in basketball. Through Basketball SA’s Female Participation Strategy Program, Vanessa provided contemporary education and support for female referees both on and off the basketball court.
Vanessa’s commitment to basketball and her leadership extends beyond the court. Although recently selected to officiate at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, Vanessa made the inspiring decision to focus on her greatest achievement — the birth of her son.
Tim Brenton, CEO of Basketball South Australia, expressed his excitement about Vanessa’s appointment: “Vanessa’s unparalleled experience, leadership, and passion for referee development will be instrumental in shaping the future of officiating in South Australia. We are thrilled to have someone of her calibre and dedication join our team.”
Vanessa Devlin, new Technical Officials and Referee Manager: “This is a wonderful opportunity, and I’m excited to bring my knowledge and experience to help support the development of all officials across South Australia”.
Basketball South Australia warmly welcomes Vanessa Devlin to this role and looks forward to her contributions to ensuring excellence and growth for technical officials and referees across the state.
