The first decade for basketballscotland (known at the time as the Amateur Basketball Association of Scotland) was relatively quiet. It was in the 1960s that the game exploded into life in Scotland. An important driver in this activity was the American influence emanating from the military using Scotland as a base for some of their Cold War operations. Unofficial tournaments hosted by American Air Force personnel, stationed at the Royal Air Force camp at Edzell, and the US Navy at Dunoon were precursors to a league competition and structure that still influences the current day season. Progress in the domestic game was complimented by excitement on the international scene.
Scotland Men bring joy through effort and a popular TV appearance.
The 1960s started with an inspirational effort by the Scotland Men’s Team to win a four-nations tournament featuring England, Wales and Ireland. The competition doubled as a trial for Great Britain selection. Scotland were rewarded with…
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