Basketball New Zealand

Big things are on the horizon for basketball in Aotearoa! 🏀

For the first time ever, Basketball New Zealand has partnered with the China Basketball Association, opening the door to new opportunities, stronger pathways and deeper global connections for our game.

From players and coaches, to fans and communities, this partnership is about growing basketball here at home while connecting with the game on a global stage.

A big thank you to China Southern Airlines for getting our crew to China comfortably and stress-free!

Our third round of schools from the Tasman/North Canterbury region have been found⚡️

Congratulations to Geraldine High School, Victory Primary School, Sacred Heart School and Hokitika Primary School - recipients of the third funding round for Chemist Warehouse NZ Official Hoops in Schools.

We’ve seen an incredible wave of interest, all showing a genuine passion for basketball. It’s awesome to see the game continuing to grow across the motu 🖤

Register your interest for the Otago/Southland regions in our bio 🔗

A huge congratulations to Burton Shipley on receiving the Sir Eion and Jan, Lady Edgar Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Sport New Zealand Ihi Aotearoa Sport and Recreation Awards. 🏆

From his contributions as a player to his decades of leadership and service off the court, Burton has played a significant role in shaping basketball in Aotearoa and elevating our game on the international stage.

We’re incredibly proud and grateful for everything Burton continues to do for basketball in New Zealand. A thoroughly deserved recognition for a lifetime of impact. 🖤

Four more schools. Eight more hoops! 🏀

Through the Chemist Warehouse Hoops in Schools programme, in partnership with We Care Community Trust, four schools across New Plymouth are receiving brand-new hoops.

A special day made even better with Tall Fern Bailey Flavell and members of the Taranaki Airs coming along to help inspire the next generation.

More hoops. More opportunities. More tamariki playing basketball ⚡️

The Tall Blacks are coming to Auckland! 🏠

Head Coach Judd Flavell has selected his squad for Window 3 of the 2027 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers, with two massive home games in Auckland this July.

Game 1 vs Philippines - Jul 3, Spark Arena
Game 2 vs Guam - Jul 6, EventFinda Stadium

🎫 Tickets available here: https://nz.basketball/the-tall-blacks-return-to-tamaki-makaurau/?cat=

The 3x3 Tall Blacks World Cup campaign came to a close following a Play-In loss to eventual champions Latvia.

Finishing 10th out of 20 teams, equalling our tournament-best result, the campaign provided a valuable opportunity to benchmark against the world’s best and gain important experience as the programme continues to develop.

Focus now shifts to the Commonwealth Games in Scotland this coming July ⏭️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

There could only be one…

From dropping 40 bombs, and hitting one-handed buzzer beating triples in a national semi-final - Mana Martin takes home this years Foot Locker U20 Men’s MVP! 🔥

MVP! MVP! MVP!

She led the way for her squad all tournament, through fearless leadership and bucket-getting ability! Ava Jones is your Foot Locker U20’s Most Valuable Player for 2026!