

Loxton Basketball: 70 Years
“In 1949, a solitary picture in an American sports periodical inspired a cluster of Loxton residents to decode the mechanics of basketball.”
Overview
In 1949, a solitary picture in an American sports periodical inspired a cluster of Loxton residents to decode the mechanics of basketball. Originating from these modest roots, the Loxton Basketball Association was established.
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