CLUB LEADERSHIP & KEY CONTACTS
Our volunteer club leadership team is here to speak to you
if there’s anything you have questions about.
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JAMES LONG
Chair / Treasurer / Coach
Basketball Development Coordinator - East Norfolk Sixth Form College
Level 2 Coach
Level 1 Referee
Statistician
James leads the overall development of Great Yarmouth Basketball Club, working across coaching, club planning, partnerships, finance and the wider basketball pathway in Great Yarmouth and East Norfolk.
His basketball background includes roles as Basketball England East Region Secretary, Aspire/Super Region Camp Director, Norfolk Basketball Vice Chair and Participation Programme Manager at Basketball England, where he helped deliver the Jr. NBA programme nationally.
Contact for: club development, partnerships, general club matters and basketball pathway opportunities.
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JO THOMAS
Secretary
Level 2 Coach
Level 2 Referee
Jo has a long history in local basketball, having played under Jim West and remained involved in the game for many years.
She has been a referee for over 20 years and is also a former Ladies Representative on the Norfolk League, bringing valuable experience, knowledge and continuity to the club committee.
As Club Secretary, Jo supports the organisation and administration of Great Yarmouth Basketball Club, helping the committee keep things running clearly and consistently.
Contact for: club administration & communications
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TRACEY-ANNE WILLIAMSON
Club Welfare Officer
BE National Club Welfare Officer of the Year 2024
BE Accredited Club Welfare Officer
Level 2 Table Official
Tracey-Anne is the club’s first point of contact for safeguarding and welfare concerns.
A nationally recognised Club Welfare Officer, Tracey-Anne helps ensure players, parents, carers, coaches and volunteers know who they can speak to if they are worried about something or need support.
Contact for: safeguarding, welfare and player wellbeing.
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KYDE LANHAM
Registrar / Events Organiser
Level 2 Table Official
Kyde supports player registration, membership administration and club systems, helping players and families get set up correctly with the club.
She also plays a key role in organising club events, including the annual trip to the SLB Playoff Finals at The O2, End of Season Awards and other club activities.
At sessions and events, Kyde is often one of the first people parents and players meet, helping answer questions, welcome families and keep things running smoothly.
Contact for: membership, registration and Coacha queries, events and general sessions questions.
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PATRICK MANIFOLD
President
Patrick is one of Great Yarmouth basketball’s standout success stories. After growing up locally and starting basketball at 13, he went on to play college basketball in the USA before becoming a professional player in the UK, Australia and Europe.
As Club President, Patrick brings experience, inspiration and a strong connection to the wider story of basketball in Great Yarmouth.
Contact for: club support, inspiration, history and wider club matters.
COACHING TEAM
We work closely with East Norfolk Sixth Form College to create a joined-up pathway from junior club basketball through to Academy basketball, senior basketball and wider community opportunities.
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JAMES LONG
Coach
Basketball Development Coordinator - East Norfolk Sixth Form
Level 2 Coach
Level 1 Referee
Statistician
Works across the club and wider Great Yarmouth basketball pathway, bringing experience from club, county, regional and national basketball development.
Coaching focus: pathway development, player understanding, team standards and long-term growth.
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JAY DREW
Head Coach
U11 Development / U12 Performance
Level 2 Coach
Level 2 Referee
Jay leads the club’s younger development and performance pathway, helping players build strong fundamentals, confidence and positive team habits.
Coaching focus: fundamentals, confidence, game understanding and early team development.
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SEAN LANHAM
Head Coach
U13 Development / U14 Performance
Level 2 Coach
Sean leads the U13 Development and U14 Performance groups, supporting players as they progress into more structured team basketball.
Coaching focus: skill development, decision-making, competitiveness and team habits.
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GEORGE PATTERSON
Head Coach
U15/U17 Development, U16/U18 Performance & EN Academy
Head Coach - East Norfolk Basketball Academy
Community Sports Assistant - East Norfolk Sixth Form College
Level 2 Coach
George leads the older junior pathway and supports the East Norfolk Basketball Academy, working with players as they move towards higher standards of training, competition and personal accountability.
Coaching focus: performance habits, game understanding, team standards and Academy development.
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ALFIE YOUNG
Apprentice Coach
U13 Development / U14 Performance
Working towards Level 2 Coach
Alfie supports the U13 Development and U14 Performance groups, helping players in training while continuing to build his own coaching experience.
Coaching focus: player support, session delivery, encouragement and learning.
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AMII LEE
Apprentice Coach
U11 Development / U12 Performance
Working towards Level 1 Coach
Amii supports the U11 Development and U12 Performance groups, helping younger players feel welcome, supported and confident as they develop.
Coaching focus: encouragement, confidence, fundamentals and positive session support.
SAFEGUARDING & WELFARE
The health and welfare of every player is our top priority.
Our Club Welfare Officer helps ensure that all children and young people enjoy basketball in a safe and positive environment. If you have a concern, please speak to a member of the team.
We are committed to keeping all children and young people safe. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.
TRACEY-ANNE WILLIAMSON
Club Welfare Officer
BE Accredited Club Welfare Officer
BE National Club Welfare Officer of the Year 2024
WANT TO GET INVOLVED?
We’re always looking for enthusiastic volunteers, coaches and officials to help support Great Yarmouth Basketball Club.