LEGACY: The culture of the Opals

New three-part storytelling series presented by She Hoops following the Australian Opals through a pivotal era of transformation.

Australia claim inaugural Trans-Tasman Throwdown

Australia will be etched as the inaugural champions of the AUS v NZL Trans-Tasman Throwdown with the series closing in New Zealand

Opals Sporn & Mangakahia honoured as ‘ Ball Legends ’ in new tradition

The tradition will start with the Trans-Tasman Throwdown which tours Adelaide on 7 May & Sunshine Coast on 9 May.

Goriss, Vickerman to take reins for Trans-Tasman Throwdown

Paul Goriss and Dean Vickerman will enter their first campaigns as Associate Head Coach for the Opals, Boomers

Opals and Boomers bring fire to the AUS v NZL Trans-Tasman Throwdown

The teams are in for the Trans-Tasman Throwdown, taking place from 7–11 May.

Players from near and far hit the court in Melbourne

Zitina Aokuso, Lauren Scherf and Shyla Heal arrived in Melbourne for national duties fresh from completing their European seasons.

The Call Up They've Been Waiting For

The goals of Courtney Woods, Isabelle Bourne and Miela Sowah were achieved this week when they participated in their first Seven Consulting Opals camp.

A brief history between Australia and New Zealand

The Trans-Tasman Throwdown will be the first series between Australia and New Zealand since 2015.

Opals tip off a new four-year cycle in Melbourne

The World No.2 has a big year ahead with a Trans-Tasman series against New Zealand in May providing important preparation for July’s FIBA Asia Cup in China.

AUS v NZL Trans-Tasman Throwdown live & free on 9Network

Australians will get unrestricted access to the AUS v NZL Trans-Tasman Throwdown

Sunny Coast sell-out shows demand for game in Queensland

The idyllic Sunshine Coast region in Queensland is usually recommended for its beaches, lifestyle, and, in more recent times, basketball.

Opals in the mix for April Camp

There's a mix of international experience and new faces that make up the Seven Consulting Opals squad heading into training camp in April.

Homegrown talent hit the court for Valley Ford Super Clinic

Over the weekend, Basketball Australia hosted the Regional Valley Ford Super Clinic, bringing together young players and quality coaches from across the region.

“Coaching the Australian Opals is an honour" - Brondello

Sandy Brondello has recommitted to coaching the Seven Consulting Opals through to the Los Angeles Olympics.

A new era of rivalry begins

Australia and New Zealand basketball ignite a new era with Trans-Tasman Throwdown

Wallace embraces a new kind of challenge

Kristy Wallace is developing off court, using her downtime to embrace opportunities for personal growth and career development.

ASC announces sweeping investment package for Australian sport

Athletes have been handed a golden start to their preparations for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, with the Australian Sports Commission (ASC) unveiling record investment allocations for sports.

Bronze medal Opals continue to shine across the world

Months on from their bronze medal, the Seven Consulting Opals have had more success, deserved breaks and began new campaigns.

Lauren Jackson, Liesl Tesch & Betty Watson acknowledged at Sport Australia Hall of Fame gala

Lauren Jackson AO OLY receives The Dawn Award and Liesl Tesch AM & Betty Watson OAM have been inducted in class of 2024

“New York, we did it!” Brondello

Sandy Brondello led New York to the title, defeating the Minnesota Lynx, 67-62, in front of a packed Barclays Centre.