Crocodile merch a special nod to the North

REMINISCING about the good old days never hurt anyone. Corey ‘Homicide’ Williams, a Townsville Crocodiles legend, believes big money and long-haul sponsors are needed if the city is to return to the National Basketball League.

His comments come after old-school Crocs merchandise was added to the NBL’S online store.

It means fans can get a Williams singlet, a customised one with another name, or a hoodie or T-shirt with the club’s old logo.

Anyone who lived in Townsville before 2016 — when the club folded — will remember what it was like to have an

NBL team based in the region.

You only need to take a look at the Bulletin’s archives to see how much love there was for the team.

While it’s a big dream to consider they will ever return, there are thousands of fans in Townsville who would welcome that move with open arms.

“I’d love to see them back … but it’s gonna need businesses to back it and be behind it, and have a long-term plan to really support it,” Williams told the Bulletin.

“The community is there for it, obviously – they’ve always been there, but you need financial resources to back it.”

While that doesn’t seem likely at this stage, it doesn’t hurt to remember when the Crocodiles formed part of this region’s identity. They will remain part of North Queensland’s history and we should be proud that our colours are now available to buy at the official NBL store.

Regardless of whether the team makes a comeback, the Crocodiles will always have a special place in the hearts of North Queenslanders.