Six rising stars earn scholarships to Centre of Excellence
FIBA U15 Oceania champions and National Championship standouts to attend the CoE in 2025
Basketball, Connection & Aspirations | International Day of People with Disability
This story was created in celebration of International Day of People with Disability and explores the connection between junior wheelchair basketball player Harriet Caldwell and Australian Gliders women's wheelchair player Shelley Matheson.
Shooters Shoot | Chris Goulding 3PT Masterclass
Chris Goulding caught fire from deep in Window 2 of the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Qualifiers.
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LJ pays tribute to Michele Timms | Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame Class of 2024
Congratulations to Australian Basketball Legend, Michele Timms who was inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2024.
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Foot Locker National Championships
A series of events that form the pinnacle for emerging athletes within Australia, seeing the National Champion crowned at the conclusion of each event.
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Foot Locker Australian School Championships
The Foot Locker Australian School Championships (ASC) is the pinnacle event for school basketball in Australia that sees secondary schools from around Australia travel and compete in a week-long event.
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Cygnett WNBL
The Women's National Basketball League is the pre-eminent professional women's basketball league in Australia.
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All Dreams Start Somewhere
Ford Dealers and Basketball Australia are supporting basketball across the country.
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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.
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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.
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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
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“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.
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Aussies face off in WNBA Finals
Minnesota Lynx Forward Alanna Smith and New York Liberty Head Coach Sandy Brondello will now battle for the 2024 WNBA title.
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Timms to be third Australian inducted into Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame
Australian basketball legend Michele Timms will be among 13 inductees honoured in the Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame Class of 2024.
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Aussie flavour in WNBA play-offs
All five matchups in the WNBA play-offs have Aussies taking to the court.
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Madgen Calls Time
Opals captain Tess Madgen has called time on a decorated career.
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OGIO will travel with Australia from Paris to beyond
OGIO are on board as Basketball Australia's official luggage partner
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Stars and young guns shine in short film 'All Dreams Start Somewhere'
Basketball Australia and Ford Dealers today launched ‘All Dreams Start Somewhere’ a documentary film that will inspire the next generation of basketballers.
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Curtains Close on Historic Games
Paris 2024 saw three Australian teams competed in the Olympics for the first time.
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Three Opals earn tournament honours
Alanna Smith, Ezi Magbegor and Jade Melbourne all earned tournament honours for their impact during the Olympic campaign.
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Olympics | Opals Medal Presentation
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Opals claim Bronze
The Opals return to the Olympic podium for the first time in 12 years.
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Olympics | Opals Bronze Medal Game v Belgium
The Opals claim the Bronze Medal after defeating Belgium at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Paris, Bercy Arena, France (FRA)
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Olympics | Opals SF v USA
The Opals take on the USA in the Semi Finals of the Olympic Tournament. Paris, Bercy Arena, France (FRA)
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Opals to Face World Powerhouse in Semi Final
A classic Olympic rivalry will be written in the early hours of Saturday morning when the Opals face the USA in Paris.
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Olympics | Opals QF v Serbia
The Opals take on Serbia in the Quarter Finals of the Olympic Tournament. Paris, Bercy Arena, France (FRA)
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Quarter Finals: Rivalry unlocked
It’s Australia vs Serbia in Paris this week as basketball moves into the Quarter Finals stage of the Olympics.
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Olympics | Opals Game 3 v France
The Opals take on France in the third game of the Olympic Tournament. Lille, Pierre Mauroy Stadium, France
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National Indigenous Performance Camp
The inaugural National Indigenous Performance Camp (NIPC) included four action packed days at the AIS in Canberra.
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Basketball growth continues
Basketball continues to boom at junior level according to statistics released by the Australian Sports Commission.
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Exploring New Paths in Basketball: Bree Christie's Journey from Player to Coach
Bree Christie's basketball journey has led her to discover more than just playing, coaching success has fuelled her desire to keep learning and growing.
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People of Basketball: Cathie Roberts
Cathie has been a driving force behind the growth and success of the Northside Wizards, leaving a mark on the association and the sport.
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Australian teams announced for FIBA U15 Oceania Cup
2024’s iteration of the FIBA U15 Oceania Cup in Canberra will be the first hosted in Australia since Melbourne in 2013.
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Suzy Batkovic to be inducted into NSW Hall of Champions
The NSW Hall of Champions, located at Quaycentre in Sydney Olympic Park, serves as a permanent tribute to the greatest athletes in NSW history.
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Victorians Selected for She Hoops Leadership and Confidence scholarships!
The 5-month scholarship has been designed for girls aged 15 to 18 and goes well beyond basketball. We would like to congratulate the following successful applicants who have received a scholarship for the second round.
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National Indigenous camp makes history
Athletes representing every State and Territory took part in the inaugural National Indigenous Performance Camp (NIPC) over four action packed days at the AIS in Canberra.
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Inaugural Indigenous Camp launches in Canberra
The camp is the first major Indigenous performance pathway event providing athletes and coaches from all Australian States and Territories the opportunity to come together for an intensive 4-day live-in camp.
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That's a wrap in Bendigo
Queensland South Girls & Victorian Metro Boys take out the Foot Locker U16 National Championships in Bendigo.
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People of Basketball: Velma Gara
NAIDOC Week is a time to honour and recognise our First Nations people’s rich culture and contributions. We aim to celebrate and highlight the remarkable skills and achievements of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander athletes within our basketball community and beyond.
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Stage is set for Grand Final Day at the Foot Locker U16 National Championship
Vic Metro will look to go for the double tomorrow with Queensland and New South Wales ready to spoil the party.
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Artist shares the story of their NBL1 First Nation Uniform designs
Players then had an opportunity to speak with the young artists about their work, and their eagerness to represent the strong Indigenous contribution to the game in the region, and wearing the uniforms this weekend.
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Johnny Furphy Set For The NBA With Indiana Pacers
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Celebrating Pride Month
A message of inclusion and accessibility. Reinforcing that basketball is a sport for all, and we are committed to creating safe and welcoming environments.
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Warriors Basketball Partners with Basketball ACT for 2024 NAIDOC Tournament
The annual Warriors NAIDOC Tournament will be bigger and better than ever in 2024, as the Warriors Basketball Club partner with Basketball ACT.
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People of Basketball: Cherie Abell
National Volunteers Week is a time to celebrate and recognise the invaluable contributions of volunteers within our sport. This year, we shine the spotlight on Cherie Abell, a dedicated volunteer from the Mackay Magpies Basketball Club whose commitment and passion have significantly impacted the community.
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Basketball ACT set to think pink to raise funds & support breast cancer research
Be part of Basketball ACT’s THINK PINK this May and donate and support Breast Cancer Research.
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Basketball SA sinks three-year deal with KommunityTV
South Australia’s emerging stars can be seen on your screens over the next three years.
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Young talent time at Foot Locker U18 & National Junior Wheelchair Championships
The Foot Locker National Championships have wrapped after a massive week at the South Pine Sports Complex.
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Riannan De La Torre selected for FIBA 3x3 International events
Featuring 23 countries across the men’s and women’s divisions, the seventh edition of the FIBA 3X3 Asia Cup was held in Singapore.
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Centre of Excellence (CoE)
Dedicated to the development of future Boomers and Opals, the scholarship athletes are exposed to the country’s elite service providers and world-class facilities based at the AIS in Canberra.
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She Hoops
A Basketball Australia initiative that aims to empower women and girls in basketball to pursue careers in sport, as athletes, coaches, officials and administrators.
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Binar Futures
She Hoops is proud to launch our Indigenous Leadership Program in Perth, made possible by the Bibbulmun Fund, a fund of Fremantle Foundation, alongside the incredible people at Binar
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2024 Foot Locker Australian School Championships (cont.)
The Foot Locker Australian School Championships have moved into the middle stage of the tournament.
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2024 Foot Locker Australian School Championships
A record breaking 216 teams made it to the Gold Coast to compete in the 2024 Foot Locker Australian School Championships.
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FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Qualifiers | Australia V Korea
The Boomers take on Thailand & Korea in the Second Window stages of the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Qualifiers. Nimibutr Stadium, Bangkok.
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FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Qualifiers | Australia V Thailand
The Boomers take on Thailand & Korea in the Second Window stages of the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Qualifiers. Nimibutr Stadium, Bangkok.
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FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Qualifiers | Training
The Boomers hit the court for training ahead of the Second Window of the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Qualifiers. Nimibutr Stadium, Bangkok.
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IWBF U23 Asia Oceania Championships | Group Phase
The Spinners take on Thailand, Iran & India in the Group stages of the 2024 IWBF Men’s U23 Asia Oceania Championship. Bangkok, Thailand.
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U15 FIBA Oceania Cup | Group Stages
The Crocs take on New Zealand & Samoa in the Group stages of the 2024 FIBA Oceania Cup. AIS Arena, Canberra, Australia.
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U15 FIBA Women's Oceania Cup | Group Stages
The Sapphires take on Guam, Samoa & New Zealand in the Group stages of the 2024 FIBA Oceania Cup. AIS Arena, Canberra, Australia.
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2024/25 Cygnett WNBL | Season Launch
The official launch of 2024-25 Cygnett WNBL season at world's second Foot Locker Re-imagined store, Melbourne central.
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Spinners | AOZs Selection Camp, Sunshine Coast
The Under 23 Australian Spinners held a selection camp from 26-29 September on the Sunshine Coast for Asia Oceania Championships (AOZs) in Bangkok, Thailand, from 16-22 November.
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2024 Foot Locker U14 Club Championships | Gold Medal Games
The Casey Cavaliers took out the Boys Championship Division, while the Kilsyth Cobras came out on top in the Girls Championship Division. Head to competitions.basketball for more.
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2024 Foot Locker U14 Club Championships | Pool Rounds
The U14 Club Championships sees the best 48 Club teams from around Australia compete on the big stage, 24 of each gender. Head to competitions.basketball for more.
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Foot Locker U18 Club Championships | Pool Rounds
The 2024 Under 18 Club Championships kick started HoopsFest, as 40 teams battle it out over 140 games. Head to competitions.basketball for more.
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2024 U18 Asia Cup | Final
The Emus defeat New Zealand in the final of the U18 Asia Cup at the Prince Hamza Hall, Jordan.
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2024 U18 Asia Cup | Group Phase
The Emus compete against Mongolia, Lebanon and Chinese Taipei in the Group Phase of the U18 Asia Cup. Arena Complex, Jordan.
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Paralympics | Rollers Classification Qualifying 5-8 v Spain
The Rollers take on Spain in the Classification Qualifying 5-8 of the Paralympics. Bercy Arena, Paris, France
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Paralympics | Quarterfinals
The Rollers take on Great Britain in the Quarterfinals of the Paralympics. Bercy Arena, Paris, France
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She Hoops Indigenous Leadership Program | Darwin
Girls of all skill levels aged 14-17 joined Lauren Jackson and Abby Cubillo for an exclusive She Hoops Indigenous Leadership Program at Darwin, NT. (Photos: Jack Riddiford)
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Paralympics | Rollers Group Stage
The Rollers take on Netherlands, Spain and USA in the Preliminary Group A Round of the Paralympics. Bercy Arena, Paris, France
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She Hoops Indigenous Leadership Program | Perth
Girls of all skill levels age 8-14 joined Lauren Jackson and Abby Cubillo for an exclusive She Hoops Indigenous Leadership Program at Bendat Basketball Centre, Perth. (Photos: Paul Goldie)
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The pathway to possibilities
From Giddey to Jackson, Mills and Talbot, who will the National Performance Camp unearth next? #WeAreBasketball
National Championships
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Longley backs U18 Club Championships
Three-time NBA champion, Luc Longley, has thrown his support behind the Foot Locker U18 Australian Club Championships.
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That's a wrap in Bendigo
Queensland South Girls & Victorian Metro Boys take out the Foot Locker U16 National Championships in Bendigo.
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Refs Ready
Basketball Australia would like to congratulate the referees who have been selected to officiate 2024 Foot Locker U16 National Championships.
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Stage is set for Grand Final Day at the Foot Locker U16 National Championship
Vic Metro will look to go for the double tomorrow with Queensland and New South Wales ready to spoil the party.
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Bendigo Sets the Stage for Foot Locker U16 National Championships
Red Energy Arena will be the home of the U16 National Championships until 2025.
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Young talent time at Foot Locker U18 & National Junior Wheelchair Championships
The Foot Locker National Championships have wrapped after a massive week at the South Pine Sports Complex.
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Victorian Gold Rush at Foot Locker U20’s and Ivor Burge Championships
Talent from around the country filled the courts at Selkirk Stadium, but it was the Vics that made a clean sweep taking home all four gold medals on offer.
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Ballarat to host National Basketball event
28 teams from all over Australia will head to Ballarat to compete at the 2024 Foot Locker Under 20 and Ivor Burge National Championships.
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Clear the Calendar
The Paris Olympics is not the only thing to look forward to this year.
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New Champs Crowned
The 2023 Foot Locker Australian School Championships has concluded with some new champs crowned!
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Vale Kevin Coombs OAM
Basketball Australia expresses its deep sorrow following the passing of Australian basketball pioneer and Wotjobaluk Elder, Mr Kevin Coombs OAM.
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Referees Appointed For Under-14 Club Champ Finals
Basketball Australia would like to congratulate the referees who have been selected to officiate The Finals at the 2023 Under-14 Foot Locker Club Championships in Casey, Victoria.
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Finals Spots on the Line at Club Champs
Some of the Country’s best young basketball talent is on show at the Under-14 Club Championships.
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Club Champs Set To Take Over Casey
From the 24-29 September, the Under-14 Club Championships, a partnership between Basketball Australia and Casey Basketball Association, is set to take centre stage at Casey Stadium.
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Eight Referees Rise To The Top
Basketball Australia would like to congratulate the referees who have been selected to officiate the finals at the 2023 Under-16 Foot Locker National Championships in Perth.
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National Wheelchair Leagues Set to Tip Off
Just one week to go until seven wheelchair basketball clubs from around the country descend upon the Morayfield Sports and Events Centre in Queensland.
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Warwick To Welcome Foot Locker Under-16 National Champs
Australia’s top young ballers will be battling it out on the west coast this winter as Perth will welcome over 400 talented athletes from across the nation.
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Tickets Released for 2023 Foot Locker Under-16 National Championships
Australia's budding basketball talents prepare to proudly represent their states at the 2023 Foot Locker Under-16 National Championships next month.
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New Champs Crowned in Brisbane
The 2023 Foot Locker Under-18 and Kevin Coombs Cup National Championships have wrapped in Brisbane, with three teams taking home gold medals and championship titles.
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Origin-Style Clash to Kick Off National Champs
The stage is set for what promises to be an exciting eight days of non-stop basketball when the Under-18 National Championships tips of
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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.
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Boomers have landed for FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Qualifiers
Follow the Boomers as they battle Thailand and Korea on the road to Saudi Arabia in 2025
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Two late changes for Boomers, Furphy to debut
Josh Bannan and Jacob Furphy are late changes for the upcoming FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Qualifiers.
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Boom is back for second window of the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Qualifiers
Chance to lead Australia in two fixtures against Thailand and Korea as qualification for next year’s tournament in Saudi Arabia
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Thank you, Aron
Triple Olympian, Tokyo bronze medallist and NBA champion Aron Baynes has announced his retirement from professional basketball.
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Brian Goorjian Bids Farewell
Brian Goorjian bids farewell on an incredible career spanning over two decades as head coach of the Australian Boomers.
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OGIO will travel with Australia from Paris to beyond
OGIO are on board as Basketball Australia's official luggage partner
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Stars and young guns shine in short film 'All Dreams Start Somewhere'
Basketball Australia and Ford Dealers today launched ‘All Dreams Start Somewhere’ a documentary film that will inspire the next generation of basketballers.
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Curtains Close on Historic Games
Paris 2024 saw three Australian teams competed in the Olympics for the first time.
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Quarter Finals: Rivalry unlocked
It’s Australia vs Serbia in Paris this week as basketball moves into the Quarter Finals stage of the Olympics.
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A Night to Remember
Josh Giddey, Dyson Daniels, Jack McVeigh and Will Magnay achieved their childhood dreams of representing their country at an Olympic Games
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It's a numbers game
Basketball is a numbers game, but these are player stats of a different kind.
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Olympic dreams come true for twelve debutants
12 members of the Opals, Boomers and Gangurrus will make their Olympic debut in Paris.
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Your guide to Paris 2024
For the first time, Australian basketball fans will have three teams to support on the world’s biggest sporting stage.
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History Awaits For Star Veterans
Five of Australia’s greatest basketballers take to the court in Paris at the upcoming Olympics and Paralympics.
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Boomers continue partnership with Signet
Signet have extended their partnership - celebrated with behind the scenes stories on the Boomers program
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Basketball Australia will suit up with BASE Compression until 2025
The Boomers and Seven Consulting Opals will rep the BASE Compression kit for the upcoming campaign and beyond.
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Boomers to play team USA & Serbia in Abu Dhabi
The Boomers will take on an all-star USA team & 3x NBA MVP Nikola Jokic's led Serbia over the next two mornings in the USA Basketball Showcase.
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Ford BALLIN’24 delivers a sensational week of basketball
The Ford BALLIN’24 Melbourne series finished on Friday night with over 30,000 fans attending John Cain Arena across four massive days.
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2006 Opals make history for a second time
The 2006 Opals were inducted into the Australian Basketball Hall of Fame last week.
