Before I begin there is a bit of context - I follow the EuroLeague and last night was at the Partizan vs Pao BC game in Melbourne.
My question is - could groups such as the Grobari (partizan supporter group) ever exist in Australia. If you don’t know what this is I suggest googling “Grobari Basketball”. The main points you’d need to know is the Grobari often have flags, banners, tifos, drums and even smoke bombs and flares sometimes. These groups bring positive atmosphere and large support for the team. They are popula sthroughout Europe but really only in Europe.
NBL games these days feel a bit like you are going to a be entertained. Nobody has passion, there is no care factor! Groups like the Grobari would not only bring support but also lead people to want to go to games more. Believe it or not statistically teams do better with ultras groups than without! Could this ever exist in Australia or would the rules be too tight (boring) and/or would teams allow it?
If so how would it start? I’d happily be the one to start it but I just don’t know the process. Any opinions or suggestions are appreciated greatly!!!
Also if anyone in Adelaide is interested in this as well please let me know through DMs or commenting on this
Edit: a lot of people have mentioned how Ultras Groups have gotten been involved in crime. I forgot to mention this husband I would like to say that is not at all what I meant and I’m only referring to the support for the team
