Cairns Taipans preview: How to get involved and what you need to know to start

The Cairns Taipans open preparations for the NBL26 season under head coach Adam Forde after an inconsistent prior year, giving new followers a clear entry point into the club.

The NBL season begins soon and the Taipans need an early start to push for a top-six finish and a return to finals. Local residents who want to follow the side can begin by tracking the squad at its home base rather than waiting for big road results.

Key names on the roster

Australian Boomer Jack McVeigh joins the import group of Admiral Schofield, Marcus Lee and Andrew Andrews. These four form the core that coach Forde will rely on when the team hosts opponents at the Cairns Convention Centre. New fans can follow individual player updates through the club’s official channels to understand roles before the first home game.

The Taipans remain the only not-for-profit club in the league, which shapes how the organisation connects with supporters in the region. Knowing this background helps newcomers see why community attendance at the venue matters for the side’s stability.

Attending games and building habits

Home matches take place at the Cairns Convention Centre, where the Orange Army gathers regardless of the opponent. People new to the club can start by checking the NBL fixture for the next Taipans home date and arriving early to learn the seating layout and game-day flow.

The team enters most matchups as underdogs yet still draws consistent local support. Followers who want to stay engaged can begin with one home game, note the atmosphere, then decide on further attendance or digital updates from the club site.

To get involved now, readers can visit taipans.com for the current schedule and venue information, then plan a first visit to the Cairns Convention Centre when the NBL26 campaign begins.