Rongomaiwahine Basketball

Kia Ora e te iwi,

Introducing our new iwi rep to lead us going forward. Jacqs has been involved in our kaupapa as a coach for a few national tournaments, & now takes on the leadership for the next phase for Poitūkohu Rongomaiwahine 🫡

“Korihi te manu
Taakiri mai te ata
Ka ao ka awatea tihei mauri ora

Ko Rakau Whakatangitangi te maunga
Ko Kopuawhara te awa
Ko Kurahaupo te waka
Ko Rongomaiwahine te iwi
Ko Te hokowhitu o Ngai tu te hapu
Ko Mahanga te marae
Ko Jacqs Kara-Taihia tooku ingoa

Born and raised in Kirikiriroa Waikato Tainui, My bloodline runs deep within Rongomaiwahine. I’m honoured to be given this opportunity from my Whanaunga.
I have spent years supporting my tamariki with their sporting journeys by giving them the most precious thing we can give, time.
From the sideline to the bench coaching and mentoring our rangatahi. Giving back to my community and now my iwi I’ll always be proud of.
Another year to look forward to, as we leave the land of Te Arawa and make our way to Kahungunu.
Representing not only my whakapapa but my iwi, hapu & Whānau.”

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Mōrena whānau,

It is that time of year again when we start to put together our teams for Poitūkohu Māori o Aotearoa nationals. 2027 sees us in Kahungunu rohe January 25-30. Register your interest as a player/coach/manager/referee using the QR code or link below.

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/6qxVnG3Q9N

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For our players wishing to represent Poitūkohu Māori o Aotearoa 🔥🏀🙌🏾

𝗜𝗕𝗔 𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘀 – 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁

Tēnā tātou e te iwi,
Expressions of Interest (EOI) are now open for players for selection into our Wāhine and Tāne teams for the Indigenous Basketball Australia(IBA) All Stars. Each team will play one official All Star Game during the tour.

EOI close on Sunday 26 April at 11:59pm.

Eligibility Requirements:
🟢Whakapapa Māori
🟢18 years or older by 5 July 2026
🟢Available for the full tour: 5–9 July 2026
🟢Commitment to all tour expectations
🟢Have an association with promoting and supporting Poitūkohu Māori

Tour Details:
Where: Cairns, Queensland, Australia
When: 5–9 July 2026

Karawhiua e te iwi! 🔗 Link also in Bio

Mōrena e te iwi. Here’s an amazing opportunity to gain a level 3 NZ Certificate in Sports Coaching. Just scan the QR code to get yourself enrolled.

Balling in the GC 2026 – Trials

📅 Date: February 28

⏰ Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm

📍 Venue: Hastings Sports Centre

👥 Age Groups: U16 & U18 – Boys and Girls

💵 Entry: $5

Balling in the GC is more than just basketball.

We prepare athletes physically, mentally, and culturally for an international experience that’s about representation, growth, and pride in who we are.

Heading into our third tour, we’re looking for committed players with the ability, attitude, and passion to be part of something special. This is an opportunity to experience high-level basketball, international travel, fun in the sun, and create lifelong memories—on and off the court.

If you’re ready to challenge yourself and represent with purpose, this is your moment.

Please fill in our form below ⬇️

https://form.jotform.com/260388790519065

Rongomaiwahine 2026 Pākeke Mixed Kauri take home silver 🥈

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Rongomaiwahine 2026 U8 Kōtiro.

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Rongomaiwahine 2026 U8 Tama.

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Rongomaiwahine 2026 U16 Tama Whero take home silver 🥈

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Rongomaiwahine 2026 U16 Tama Pango.

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