Perth Wildcats
The Perth Wildcats are an Australian professional basketball based in Perth. The team plays in the National Basketball League (NBL).
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League | NBL | ||
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Founded | 1982 | ||
History | Westate Wildcats 1982–1983 Perth Wildcats 1984–present | ||
Arena | RAC Arena | ||
Location | Perth, Western Australia | ||
Team colours | Red, black | ||
CEO | Vacant | ||
General manager | Danny Mills | ||
Head coach | John Rillie | ||
Team captain | Jesse Wagstaff | ||
Ownership | Sports Entertainment Group | ||
Championships | 10 (1990, 1991, 1995, 2000, 2010, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020) 1 NBL Cup (2021) | ||
Retired numbers | 7 (6, 7, 14, 15, 21, 30, 42) | ||
Website | Wildcats.com.au | ||
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The Perth Wildcats are the only NBL team from Western Australia, and are also the most successful team in the league, having won 10 championships.
The Perth Wildcats play their home games at Perth Arena, which they gave the nickname "the Jungle".
Perth Wildcats Media
Bryce Cotton was instrumental in leading the Wildcats to their eighth championship in 2017.
Wildcats' open-air game against the Adelaide 36ers at RAC Arena on 14 January 2023