Patrick Caudle hails from the Kapiti Basketball Association where he has been supporting basketball in his community for the past 17 years. He has held the role of treasurer for Kapiti Basketball and Hoop Club Kapiti where he has put a strong emphasis on removing cost as a barrier to participation. He has streamlined the accounting and admin functions of the Association and helped out in other areas when needed, including stepping into the roles of Chairperson and Secretary.