Basketball in New Zealand is more than just a game – it鈥檚 a movement that brings communities together, empowers rangatahi, and builds pathways for tamariki to shine on and off the court.听
None of this is possible without the incredible support of our partners. Whether it鈥檚 providing access to facilities and equipment, helping us deliver nationwide programmes, or enabling our national teams to compete on the world stage, our partners play a vital role in every bounce of the ball.听
These organisations stand alongside us in our mission to grow and elevate the game, from the grassroots to the elite level. Their belief in the power of basketball helps us reach deeper into communities, inspire future generations, and create lasting impact across Aotearoa.听
Click on each partner鈥檚 logo below to learn more about who they are and how they help us to grow te k膿mu poit奴kohu across Aotearoa.
Ng膩 mihi nui ki a koutou – we couldn鈥檛 do it without you.
Want to learn more about our partners or how you can get involved?
Get in touch with us here 鈥� we鈥檇 love to hear from you.
BNZ
Naming Rights Partner of Kiwi Hoops.
We鈥檙e invested in the future of basketball in Aotearoa New Zealand. We want to inspire the next generation, remove barriers, and create opportunities.
Basketball has power beyond the game. It teaches confidence, leadership, teamwork, and resilience. Our long-term investment in basketball really is an investment in a better future for New Zealand
Invested in basketball isn鈥檛 just an exciting creative platform 鈥� it鈥檚 a commitment from BNZ to go beyond just a logo on a singlet. Their aim is to supercharge the growth of the game.听
鈥淭his partnership won鈥檛 just grow confidence and foster leadership skills; it will also grow a generation of ballers ready to dunk on the world.”
BNZ
2degrees
- Exclusive Telecommunications Sponsor of 吃瓜51爆料网APP听
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- Naming Rights Sponsor of the Girls Got Game Junior Participation Programme听
2degrees is a leading full-service telecommunications provider, committed to fighting for fair for Kiwis and businesses. 2degrees provides broadband, mobile, and electricity services to more than two million customers. Since its launch, 2degrees has been on a mission to disrupt the market, standing up for fairness and flexibility in an industry that needed change. With mobile and internet coverage spanning 98.5% of the country, and retailers nationwide, 2degrees keeps Kiwis connected wherever they live and work. 2degrees is backed by award-winning customer service, and delivers innovative solutions, allowing customers to choose the connectivity options that suit them best. Through custom-built technology platforms and a commitment to doing things differently, 2degrees empowers Kiwis to stay connected on their own terms.听听
2degrees
Chemist Warehouse
Major Partner of Hoops in Schools.
鈥淲e鈥檙e thrilled to be working alongside 吃瓜51爆料网APP to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Kiwi kids. By supporting the Hoops in Schools programme and fostering community participation, we aim to help tamariki and rangatahi lead active, healthy lives, while falling in love with basketball. We鈥檙e proud to align with a sport and organisation that champions diversity, inclusion, and positive community outcomes.鈥� 鈥� Azman Haroon, Chemist Warehouse New Zealand CEO.听
Since its inception,鈥�Hoops in Schools鈥痟as been a game-changer, with over 200 hoops installed nationwide and many more to come thanks to Chemist Warehouse鈥檚 investment. The programme addresses one of our sport鈥檚 biggest challenges – limited access to suitable equipment and facilities – by equipping schools with the resources needed to grow the game sustainably.听
to watch the Chemist Warehouse Hoops in Schools launch.听
Chemist Warehouse
Schick
Naming Rights Partner of Everyday Ballers and Neighbourhoops.
Over the duration of the partnership dating back to 2017, Schick鈥檚 involvement has spanned support of national tournaments, from celebrating the basketball community with the iconic Schick Everyday Ballers, to the introduction of Schick Neighbourhoops.听
Schick
Foot Locker
Major Partner of Age Group Tournaments.
鈥淏asketball is the heartbeat around the sneakers and apparel culture that is Foot Locker. It is something that many of our Stripers in stores across New Zealand are passionate about and fueled by daily. We are proud to invest in the future of New Zealand basketball,鈥痑nd highlight important aspects of the game, like the art of defensive hustle.鈥� 鈥� Brendon Graham, Senior Marketing Director for Foot Locker Asia Pacific.
With more than 2500 stores across the world, Foot Locker is a leading global retailer.鈥疭ince 1974, we鈥檝e become an鈥痠con in鈥痶he鈥痝lobal鈥痵treet culture, sneaker scene and athletic lifestyle.鈥疧ur鈥痩ongstanding鈥痳elationship鈥痺ith the鈥痓iggest鈥痓rands means鈥痺e constantly provide our community with鈥痶he latest product, biggest launches鈥痑nd plenty of exclusives.听
For us, sneakers are more than shoes, they鈥檙e a way of life 鈥� a source of energy that sparks moments and influences culture. At the centre of it all, you鈥檒l find our Stripers, ready to share all the positivity generated by sneakers.听
Together with our Striper entourage, 飞别鈥檙别 boosting communities and confidence by showing up with a blend of passion, knowledge, and taste you can鈥檛 get anywhere else. We鈥檙e holding it down while hyping you up because Foot Locker is the Heart of Sneakers.听
Foot Locker
Burger King
Major Partner of the Tall Blacks and Tall Ferns.
At Burger King, we believe in the power of sports to inspire and bring people together, which is why 飞别鈥檙别 committed to supporting basketball at all levels, from the national stage to grassroots initiatives like the Hooper Highlights digital campaign. Our three-year partnership emphasizes local grassroots involvement, ensuring an ongoing engagement with communities, connecting with customers everywhere through our shared love for the game.
Burger King
G.J. Gardner Homes
Major Partner Community Basketball Referees.
As New Zealand鈥檚 leading and most trusted home builder, G.J. Gardner has built its reputation around quality and customer satisfaction. From the design stage through to the final handover, this commitment to its customers is what makes G.J. Gardner Homes the success it is today. Having built more homes than any other home builder in the country, we understand that everyone has individual needs and unique requirements when building a home.听
G.J. Gardner Homes
iAthletic
Official Apparel Partner 鈥� High Performance.
鈥淭his partnership is a proud moment for us. 吃瓜51爆料网APP embodies the spirit of the game, excelling in international competition while building an incredible basketball community. We鈥檙e thrilled to bring our expertise to such a thriving organisation and look forward to supporting their continued success.鈥濃��� David Biwer, CEO of IAthletic.听
iAthletic already partners with major organisations in Australia, including Basketball Australia and the WNBL, and supplies over 100 associations nationwide. The expansion into New Zealand solidifies iAthletic鈥檚 position as a leader in premium sports apparel.鈥�听
鈥淭his collaboration highlights our commitment to quality, innovation, and supporting athletes at all levels. We鈥檙e eager to help New Zealand鈥檚 basketball community reach new heights.鈥澨�听
iAthletic
Molten
Official ball sponsor and licensee.
Molten is extremely proud to be the world’s largest ball and sports equipment manufacturer. Guided by the brand statement, ‘For the real game’, Molten is committed to producing the absolute best quality sports equipment to help athletes maximise performance and realise their full potential.
Combining innovative technology and superior craftsmanship, Molten continue to create products of impeccable quality. The Molten brand serves and supports the growth and development of the global sports community and here at Bernsport we are proud to bring these quality products to you.听
Molten
The Warehouse
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The new range is the first time New Zealanders have had the opportunity to purchase community basketball apparel across the motu, and features shorts, hoodies, tees, and tanks sporting the official 吃瓜51爆料网APP logo in a range of colours, priced accessibly between $20 and $35.听
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The Warehouse
