The New Zealand men's national basketball team (Māori: Te kapa poitūkohu o Aotearoa) represents New Zealand in international basketball competitions. The team is governed by Basketball New Zealand. The team's official nickname is the Tall Blacks (Māori: Pango Tāroaroa).[2]
Over their history, New Zealand have won three FIBA Oceania Championships, made seven appearances at the FIBA World Cup and two at the Olympic Games. Since 2017, the team has made two appearances at the FIBA Asia Cup, with their best effort resulting in a bronze medal finish in 2022.
Prior to games, the Tall Blacks perform a haka. The team's current haka, Tu Kaha O Pango Te Kahikatea, was composed and created in 2006[3] by Don Hutana and former Tall Black Paora Winitana.[4][5] It tells the story of how the Tall Blacks overcome great odds and challenges through their adventures. It also draws from the story of Tāne and how he overcame adversity to gain the three baskets of knowledge.[5][6]
The team's first test was played against Singapore as part of their Asian 1962 tour. The tour included several practice games in Australia and other games against select teams from Malaysia and Thailand.[citation needed]
In 1970, New Zealand hosted the world number 6 Czechoslovakia for a test series. The Tall Blacks lost both games, 115–60 and 118–62.[7]
In 1971, New Zealand hosted the first FIBA Oceania Championship. The Oceania qualification zone was created by FIBA so Australia and New Zealand could compete every two years to decide which country would represent the zone at the Olympic Games or the world championships.[8] The Tall Blacks lost the inaugural series 0–3.[9]
In 1974, New Zealand played against Australia, the Philippines and Tahiti. They split the series 2–2, with both wins coming against Tahiti.[citation needed]
In the 1975 FIBA Oceania Championship, the Tall Blacks lost 0–3 to Australia.[10]
In the 1978 FIBA Oceania Championship, the Tall Blacks recorded their first win against Australia, 67–65.[8] They lost the series 1–2.[11] That same year, the Tall Blacks won the silver medal at the Commonwealth championships in Britain.[8]
In the 1979 FIBA Oceania Championship, the Tall Blacks again lost 0–3 to Australia.[12]
The Tall Blacks participated in the William Jones Cup in 1980, 1981 and 1982.[citation needed]
In 1983, they participated in the Kirin Invitational and Taiwan Tournament.[citation needed] That same year, New Zealand hosted the Commonwealth Basketball Championships (men's and women's). Both teams finished without medals, and the New Zealand Basketball Federation (NZBF), hoping to make a profit, suffered a $50,000 loss.[8]
The Tall Blacks gained a wild card entry to the 1986 FIBA World Championship in Spain. They managed one win against Malaysia to finish 21st in the 24-team tournament.[8][13] Stan Hill announced his retirement following the tournament after 131 games.
In 1987, Russia played a two-match series against the Tall Blacks in New Zealand. The Tall Blacks lost both games.[citation needed] That same year, New Zealand finished second in the Oceania series, beating French Polynesia and losing to Australia.[citation needed]
Throughout the 1990s, the Tall Blacks were invited to a number of tournaments:[citation needed]
New Zealand also hosted Japan (won series 3–0, 1991), Croatia (lost series 0–1, 1997) and Canada (tied series 1–1, 1998).[14]
In 1997, New Caledonia joined the Tall Blacks and Australia for the Oceania Championship that was held in New Zealand. It was in this tournament that the Tall Blacks registered their largest ever win margin and score, defeating New Caledonia 136–41. However, they lost to Australia in pool play and the final to once again miss out on the 1998 World Championships.[citation needed]
The Tall Blacks returned to Taiwan for the 1999 William Jones Cup, finishing third after going 5–3.[citation needed] The 1999 FIBA Oceania Championship was a one-off game between the Tall Blacks and Guam, with New Zealand winning 125–43[15] and qualifying for the Olympic Games for the first time.[16] Future NBA players Kirk Penney[17] and Sean Marks debuted for the Tall Blacks in 1999.
In 2000, the Tall Blacks participated in the Slam Down Under tournament in Sydney in June, the William Jones Cup in Taiwan in July, and the Summer Olympics in September.[18] In their first ever Olympic appearance, the Tall Blacks were placed in Group A alongside the United States, Italy, China, Latvia and France. They finished 11th with a 1–6 record, picking up their first Olympic win against Angola (70–60). Sean Marks finished the tournament second in rebounds (7.3 per game) and Pero Cameron finished the tournament second in steals (1.7 per game).[citation needed]
In 2001, the Tall Blacks participated in the Goodwill Games in Brisbane.[19] Kirk Penney averaged a team-leading 14.8 points as New Zealand finished sixth.[20] In the FIBA Oceania Championship,[21] the Tall Blacks won the first fixture of the three-game series against Australia 85–78 but lost the second game 81–79 in overtime. In the third game, New Zealand made history with an 89–78 win, beating Australia 2–1 to qualify for the 2002 FIBA World Championship in Indianapolis.[22]
The Tall Blacks had a prolonged Europe tour prior to the 2002 FIBA World Championship that included a victory over world champs Yugoslavia. They entered the World Championship with a level of confidence under coach Tab Baldwin.[23] The team had Sean Marks and Pero Cameron in career-best form alongside two world-class sharpshooters in Phill Jones and Kirk Penney. There was also Mark Dickel, Paul Henare, Ed Book and Dillon Boucher.[23] The Tall Blacks pushed into the second round after beating China, Venezuela and Russia. Losses came at the hands of the United States, Argentina and Germany in Group D. In the quarter-finals, they beat Puerto Rico 65–63 to earn a spot in the semi-final against Yugoslavia.[24] They went on to lose 89–78 to Yugoslavia and then lost 117–94 to Germany in the bronze medal match.[25] Fourth place is still the team's best finish at a World Cup / World Championship as of 2022.[23] Cameron was named to the All-Tournament team and Jones finished the tournament as its ninth-leading scorer with 18.2 points per game.[26]
In 2003, the Tall Blacks participated in the Efes Pilsen World Cup in Turkey[27][28] and lost 0–3 to Australia in the FIBA Oceania Championship. The Oceania series determined seedings for the 2004 Athens Olympics.[29]
In the lead up to the Olympics, the Tall Blacks had a series against Australia and then toured the U.S. and Europe.[30] They finished the Athens Olympics with a 1–5 record in group A against Italy, China, Serbia and Montenegro, Argentina and Spain. In the play-off for 9th position they lost to Australia 98–80, finishing 10th.[31] Phill Jones' 21 points per game left him as the Games' second-leading scorer behind Pau Gasol of Spain.[32]
They headed to China on tour for a couple of mulit nation tournaments - Jingjang and Shuang Feng Cup. Going 0-3 at the Jingjang, but 3-0 at the Shuang Feng and taking the Cup.[33]
Another 4 nations event (The Gaze Cup) was held in Perth & Sydney, Australia. The Tall Blacks played against China, Australia and a Lithuania development squad going 3-1.[34]
The 2005 Oceania Series played in New Zealand (Auckland, Manukau, Dunedin). The Tall Blacks went 0-3 against Australia, with Australia holding the Al Ramsey Shield and gaining the higher seeding for the 2006 World Championship draw.
A Home series x2 - The Tall Blacks started had a home series against India and Qatar. Beating India 3-0 and later in the year a 2-0 series win over Qatar.
The Commonweath Games were up next, based in Melbourne - joining hosts Australia alongside England, South Africa, Scotland, Barbados, Nigeria and India. The Tall Black's came out on top in Pool B with a 3–0 record. A semi-final win against Nigeria 90-66 setting up a gold medal match battle with Australia. Unfortunately they lost 81–76 coming away with a Silver Medal.[35][36]
The Tall Blacks then had a 4 match split series with Australia, two in NZ (Napier) and two in Australia. The series ended tied, but the Tall Blacks picked up the Al Ramsey Shield on points countback. The first match also went into overtime.[37]
South America - Playing a series of matches in Argentina and Brazil, The Tall Blacks went 0-4 in Brazil and 2-1 in Argentina beating Venezuela.
World Championships - Held in Japan and placed in Group B alongside Japan, Spain, Panama, Angola, and Germany. The Tall Blacks qualified for this tournament due to their 4th placed ranking at the 2002 edition. After an 0–3 start, the Tall Blacks closed out the group stage with two straight wins, over Japan and Panama. However, they would fall in the round of 16 to the defending Olympic gold medallists Argentina, 79–62 ending their tournament. From this somewhat poor showing coach Tab Baldwin resigned as the head coach of the Tall Blacks, replaced by then assistant coach Nenad Vučinić.[38]
New Zealand hosted Venezuela (Napier and Wellington) and won the series 2-1.
Stankovic Cup - Shared between Guangzhou and Macao. The Tall Blacks finished with a 2–3 record in 5th place. Angola 54–67 (L), NBA development League 84–87 (L), Slovenia 74–72 (W), China 63–93 (L), Venezuela 76–73 (W).[39]
Europe - A tournament in Lativa saw a 0-3 result against Belarus, Lativa and Lithuania. A Tournament in Croatia going 1-2 with losses to Great Britain and Finland, with a win against hosts Croatia.
From Oceania to the World Cup - Pitted against old foe Australia and spread across the Tasman, The Tall Blacks lost the series 2-1. The win coming in Brisbane and only their second against Australia in Australia. New Zealand would now have to suit up for an Olympic Quaifying Tournament held in 2008.
Al Ramsay Shield - The Tall Blacks went 0-2 in the series against Australia and not grabbing the Shield this time around.[40]
Jack Donoghue Invitational and 2008 Alpos Cup - The Tall Blacks were invited to the Jack Donoghue tournament, held in Canada. They played against Lebanon and Canada coming away with a 2–1 record. The Alpos Cup was held in Slovenia, with the Tall Blacks playing against Iran, Puerto Rico, and Slovenia. They finished with 1–2 record.
OQT 2008 - The Tall Blacks entered the 12 team wildcard tournament held in Athens. Placed in Group B with Germany and Cape Verde, the Tall Blacks won their opener against Cape Verde 77–50,[41] but lost their second match 89–71 to Germany. In the quarterfinals, they had a showdown with the host, Greece, losing 75–48, ending the tournament and finishing 7th overall.
The Tall Blacks had already qualified for the 2010 World Championships, but needed a soild build up. Coach Vuninic took them on a 8 game tour to Europe. They went 2-6 on their tour playing against Estonia, Italy, Canada, Belgium, Portugal and Finland. Notable on this tour was the inclusion of 18 year old future star Thomas Abercrombie.[42]
The Tall Black's once again defeated Australia (countback total) winning the Al Ramsey Shield and qualifying with a higher seeding for the FIBA 2010 World Championship in Türkiye. They also recorded their highest winning margin against Australia (22) in the second match.[43]
The Tall Blacks had a European based build up for the eventual World Championships in Türkiye later that year.
World Championship Finals - Placed in group C the Tall Blacks made it through to the round of 16 with 3–2 record. Beating Lebanon, Canada and France, but losing to Lietuva and Spain. In the round of 16, The TBs drew Russia, losing this match 78–56 ending their tournament run.
Competing at the 2011 Boris Stanković Cup in China. Pooled with China, Russia and Angola. After dropping the first to Russia 71–74, the Tall Blacks quickly put that behind them, smashing China 89–69 and toppling Angola 73–70.
The final was set against Russia, led by 30 points performance from Kirk Penney, They won 80–77. Hoisting the 2011 Stankovic Cup and grabbing a nice pay day for the team.[44]
Macedonia Trophy - The team then headed to the event in Skopje, Macedonia. Going 0-2 against Montenergo and Macedonia.
Adidas Cup - Returning for the second year, going 1-1 vs. Turkey (L) and Ukraine (W).
Oceania Olympic Berth - Set in Australia, the Tall Blacks would finish this series 0-3 against Australia also losing the Al Ramsay Shield. They would now have to participate in a 2012 Olympic Quailfying Tournament for a spot leading to the London Games.
The build up to the OQT was hampered by a cancelled tournament in China and two key players out with injury (Abercrombie and Penney).
Brazil Invite - The Tall Blacks had a 3 game build up held in San Carlos against Brazil, Greece and Nigeria. They went 0-3 here.[45]
Venuzueal OQT - Placed in Group D, pool play saw a loss to Macedonia 84–62 and a win over Angola 68–64. However, on points differential, the Tall Blacks finished 3rd in the pool and failed to make the next round. They finished the tournament in 10th spot.
For the 2013 Oceania tournament finals the Tall Blacks had a 7 match build up tour in China which included the Shikoku Classic. A 1-1 series draw with China and then taking out the Classic with 5-1 record. The classic was a mixture of international teams and Chinese basketball clubs.
In the Oceania Series, Australia swept the Tall Blacks 0-2, retaining the Al Ramsay Sheild.
A homes series 2-1 win over the South Korea, followed by a 1-1 return series in Korea. Off to China for a country and club tournament. Producing a 6-0 record, notably beating Cameroon twice.
A final warm up series was held in Lithuania, unfortunalty going 0-3 against Slovenja, Lithuania and Greece.
World Cup finals - Held in Spain and placed in Group C, producing a 2–3 statline in pool play. Recording wins over Ukraine and Finland, after narrowly losing to Türkiye in their opening match. The Tall Blacks other two losses came against the Dominican Republic and the US. They made it through to the final 16 for a fourth consecutive time. Playing against Lietuva, but lost the match 76–71. New Zealand finished in 15th place overall.[46]
2015 saw the introduction of former player and captain Paul Henare as head coach. The Tall Blacks headed to Europe for a 3 game trip. Going 1-2 vs Great Britian '(W), Croatia (L) and Slovenja (L).[47]
Up next was the Stankovic Cup, a final hitout before the Oceania series against Australia. The Tall Blacks cruised through pool against U23 Chinese 89–82 (W), Mexico 78–67 (W) and Venezuela 72–65 (W). Making the final against Mexico, with the Tall Blacks winning 70–66.[48][49]
Oceania says goodbye - In 2015 the Tall Blacks lost what was the final FIBA Oceania Senior men's series 0–2 to Australia. The games were again spread across the Tasman. Oceania would now look to merge with their Asian Counterpart. In 2017 they would compete for what would be called the FIBA Asia Cup.
After losing to Australia in the final FIBA Oceania series in 2015, the Tall Blacks found themselves heading to the Philippines for FIBA Qualifying tournament staged at the Mall of Asia Arena.
They scheduled preperations matches in China for the Atlas Challenge and then a short tour of Europe. In the Atlas Challenge the Tall Blacks went 4-1, beating China in the playoff for Bronze to finish 3rd.
In Europe they split time between Latvia and Lithuaina. Going 0-3 against, Iran, Lativa and Lithuania.
OQT - The Tall Blacks were placed in group B alongside France and hosts, the Philippines. The Tall Blacks won their opening battle against hosts 89–80, however lost to France in their second match in a low-scoring affair 59–66. In the semi-final crossover with pool A winners Canada, the Tall Blacks lost 72–78 ending their tournament.[50]
The Tall Blacks had a preperation tour through China, again playing against a mixture of Chinese select teams and other nations. They came away with a 1-5 record.
The FIBA Asia Cup finals tournament was held in Lebanon, Beruit. It was the first time Oceania teams had been included (New Zealand and Australia). Landing in Group C and gaining top spot after a 2–1 effort against Kazakhstan 70–49 (W), Lebanon 86–82 (W) and Korea 75–76 (L) in pool play.
A 1/4 final with Jordan produced a 98–70 (W). The semi-final drew them against Australia, which result in a 79-106 (L). A playoff for bronze against Korea was on the cards, but they come up short in 71–80 (L). They finished 4th overall with a 3–3 record.[51]
The Tall Blacks also had their first FIBA World Cup 2019 qualification window matches. Against South Korea and Hong Kong for seeding through to the 2019 Fiba World Cup. They went 1-1 in this window.
The loss to South Korea cost them 3 places in the world rankings - they dropped to 30th overall and 4th in Asia.
The Comm Games were held on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. Some games were alernatively played in Carins and Townsville. They joined hosts Australia, alongside Canada, Nigeria, England, Scotland, The Cameroon and India.[53] Coming out of pool A through to the semi-finals with a 2–1 record against Nigera (W), Australia (L) and Canada (W). They lost their semi-final to Canada 86–88, sending them to the 3rd place final with Scotland. They then dispatched Scotland 79–69 to pick up a bronze medal. Finishing with a 3-2 record.
Another FIBA window appeared this time it was two away games:
Even though they picked up two wins, their ranking stayed at 38th in the FIBA world rankings.[54]
Continuing on from the end of 2017 the Asia Cup qualifying matches wrapped up in early 2019.
Jun & Jul 2018 / Sept 2018:
Nov / Dec 2018 & Feb 2019:
During the qualifier window of 18 months the Tall Blacks went 10-2, blooding many new players, with 22 different players suiting up.
The Tall Blacks had a 2 game series in Japan[55] going 1-1. They also had 2 games against Canada, played in Australia. They went 0-2 again, with the second loss coming in OT. Another preperation tournament invite saw the Tall Blacks play 3 games at the Shenyang Invitational (China). Going 1-2 against France (L), Serbia (L) and Italy (W) 88-82.
World Cup Finals Tournament - Also hosted in China. Finishing 3rd in Group F with a 1–2 record, with a notable win again Montenegro 93–83, but suffering losses to Brazil and Greece.[56] This placing them into the 17–32 classification round.
Facing Türkiye and collecting a 111-81 win (Their first against them), along with 102-101 win against Japan.
The Tall Blacks initially qualified for the 2020 Olympic Qualifying Tournament through their ranking earned at the 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup. But due to ongoing COVID-19 travel restrictions and budget costs, Basketball New Zealand decided that they would withdraw from the tournament.[57] Initially the Tall Blacks were placed in Pool C qualifiers alongside Australia, Guam and Hong Kong for the Asia Cup Finals. During this time former Tall Blacks Captain Pero Cameron was appointed as Head Coach after former Captain Paul Henare stepped down.[58]
2020 results:
A return leg vs. Australia was slated for Auckland, but moved to Cairns, Australia again due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. 10 debutants were included in this series (Only Australian-based players were selected) containing the likes of current TB's Taine Murray and Jordan Hunt. Mika Vukona who lead the team during this series would play his last game for the Tall Blacks.[60] A series with Hong Kong or a return game with Guam was never completed.
The Finals Tournament itself was moved from 2021 to 2022, hosted by Indonesia. Coming out of Group D with a 3–2 record record, they bet India and The Philippines, but lost to Lebanon (72–86). A finals playoff tilt against Syria was won 97–58 followed by knocking over South Korea in the 1/4 finals (88–78). The Tall Blacks faced Australia in the semi-finals. A loss 76-85 loss sent them to a 3rd place playoff with Jordan. Getting up over Jordan 83–75 and picking up there first medal in 2 attempts.[61]
The team won bronze at the 2022 FIBA Asia Cup.[62]
The qualification road to the 2023 World Cup was a bit of a bizarre one for the Tall Blacks. Placed in Asia / Oceania Group A for the first round, They played several games overseas due to the ongoing heavy COVID restrictions in New Zealand at the time. South Korea was also disqualified by FIBA and forfeited the game points against the Tall Blacks due to COVID-19 concerns.[63]
Feb 2022 Window, that was held entirely in the Philippines.
June, Aug & Nov 2022 Window:
Feb 2023 Window:
The Tall Blacks embarked on short tour of Japan, spliting the series 1-1 against Japan. Then it was off to Hamburg, Germany for the Super Cup, against Canada and China or Germany. They went 0-2 here, losing to Canada 76-107 and then China 68-69.[65] The FIBA Solidarity Cup in China was next, a single game against Italy. Pushing but falling short 81-88.[66]
The 2023 finals tournament was held in Manila. The Tall Blacks were placed in the same group as the USA, Greece and Jordan. They suffered losses to Greece and the US but picked up a hard-fought overtime win against Jordan 95-87. This placed them in the 17–32 classification round. 2 more games followed against Mexico (L) and Egypt (W), splitting the class round 1–1 to end the tournament in 22nd position with an overall record of 2–3.
In placing higher than five other teams in the Asia / Oceania region at the 2023 FIBA World Cup, the Tall Blacks were placed into the FIBA Men's Olympic Qualifying Tournament lottery. From here they were drawn to play in Piraes, Greece.[67]
They had a two game preperation slate against Finland and Polska. The Game against Finland in Espoo, Finland resulted in a heartbreaking 70-73 Loss.[68] The game against a strong Polish outfit resulted in a 59-88 Loss in Katowice, Poland.[69]
OQT pool play will see the Tall Blacks against Croatia and Slovenia. From there the top two teams will cross over to a semi-final bracket against either Egypt, Greece or the Dominican Republic from the other pool. A 1 vs. 2 ranking cross-over happens, with the winners progressing to a final.
The eventual tournament winner will secure a spot in the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. They will be placed in Pool A alongside Australia, Canada and the winner of the Spanish OQT.[70]
Drawn into pool B of the 2025 FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers - competing against Chinese Taipei, The Philippines, and Hong Kong. The schedule runs in Feb 24, Nov 24 and Feb 25 on a 1 away, 1 at home basis.[71]
Feb 2024 & Nov 2024:
Feb 2025:
The finals tournament itself will be held in Jedda, Saudi Arabia, in August 2025.
The Finals tournament will be held in Qatar. Qualification for this tournament will start after the 2025 Asia Cup has been completed.
Qualification windows locked in:
Roster for the 2024 Olympic Quailfying Tournament, Greece.
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1978 Commonwealth Championships finished 2nd
John Macdonald, Stan Hill, John Hill, John Van Uden, Gordon Reardon, Warwick Meehl, John Rademakers, Stuart Ferguson, John Fairweather, Paul Barrett, (Head Coach: Steve McKean, Assistant Coach: Peter Schmidt, Manager: Ivan Dominikovich)
1986 World Championship: finished 21st among 24 teams
Gilbert Gordon, Peter Pokai, Stan Hill, Neil Stephens, Dave Edmonds, Ian Webb, Dave Mason, Tony Smith, Colin Crampton, Frank Mulvihill, Glen Denham, John Rademakers (Head Coach: Robert Bishop)
2000 Olympic Games: finished 11th among 12 teams
Sean Marks, Pero Cameron, Mark Dickel, Phill Jones, Kirk Penney, Robert Hickey, Nenad Vučinić, Tony Rampton, Paul Henare, Brad Riley, Ralph Lattimore, Peter Pokai (Head Coach: Keith Mair)
2002 World Championship: finished 4th among 16 teams
Sean Marks, Pero Cameron, Mark Dickel, Phill Jones, Kirk Penney, Robert Hickey, Dillon Boucher, Damon Rampton, Ed Book, Paul Henare, Paora Winitana, Judd Flavell (Head Coach: Tab Baldwin)
2004 Olympic Games: finished 10th among 12 teams
Sean Marks, Mark Dickel, Phill Jones, Pero Cameron, Kirk Penney, Dillon Boucher, Ed Book, Paul Henare, Paora Winitana, Tony Rampton, Aaron Olson, Craig Bradshaw (Head Coach: Tab Baldwin)
2006 World Championship: finished 16th among 24 teams
Kirk Penney, Pero Cameron, Phill Jones, Mark Dickel, Casey Frank, Paul Henare, Dillon Boucher, Paora Winitana, Tony Rampton, Craig Bradshaw, Aaron Olson, Mika Vukona (Head Coach: Tab Baldwin)
2010 World Championship: finished 12th among 24 teams
Thomas Abercrombie, Benny Anthony, Craig Bradshaw, Pero Cameron, Michael Fitchett, Casey Frank, Phill Jones, Jeremy Kench, Kirk Penney, Alex Pledger, Lindsay Tait, Mika Vukona (Head Coach: Nenad Vučinić)
2014 World Championship: finished 15th among 24 teams
2015 FIBA Oceania Championship
Corey Webster, Dion Prewster, Everard Bartlett, Isaac Fotu, Jarrod Kenny, Lindsay Tait, Mika Vukona (C), Reuben Te Rangi, Robert Loe, Shea Ili, Tai Wynyard, Thomas Abercrombie. (Head CoachPaul Henare), (Assisants Ross McMains, Mike Fitchett)
2019 World Championship: finished 19th among 32 teams
Tai Webster, Finn Delany, Shea Ili, Jarrod Kenny, Corey Webster (C), Thomas Abercrombie, Robert Loe, Tohi Smith-Milner, Jordan Ngatai, Ethan Rusbatch, Alex Pledger, Isaac Fotu. (Head coach Paul Henare), (assistants Pero Cameron, Ross McMains)
2023 World Cup : finished 22nd among 32 teams
Reuben Te Rangi (C), Izayah Le'afa, Finn Delany, Taylor Britt, Shea Ili, Yanni Wetzell, Flynn Cameron, Tohi Smith-Milner, Jordan Ngatai, Hyrum Harris, Walter Brown, Isaac Fotu.
(Head Coach Pero Cameron), (Assistant coach(es), Zico Coronel, Michael Fitchett, Aaron Young)[76][77]
2015: Peak[78]
