Kiwi Hoopers

06/12/2025

🇳🇿 Spotlight on the Kiwi Contingent

The Hawai’i roster features a strong Kiwi presence, and they were central to the action:

* Bailey Flavell (Guard): The freshman from Auckland was the game’s standout, leading all Hawai’i scorers with 22 points (including 12 in the fourth quarter), 6 rebounds, and 4 steals.

* Ritorya Tamilo (Center): The sophomore from Auckland contributed 2 points, 2 rebounds, and a block.

* Rebecca Moors (Forward): Also from Auckland, the sophomore added 5 points.

🏀 The Game: A Dramatic Finish
The Rainbow Wahine faced a tough 68-63 loss on the road against UC Davis. After leading for most of the game, the team saw a 13-point lead vanish in the final minutes as UC Davis mounted a stunning 18-0 run to close the game.

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For the inside story on the 3 kiwis and much more from our Kiwi athletes abroad, watch the full interview with the New Zealand players of the Rainbow Wahine.

Follow for more: Keep up with the journeys of New Zealand’s top basketball talents playing across the globe.

04/12/2025

You haven’t heard this story before! 🏀🤫

Ever wonder what NBA legends are like behind the scenes? Tall Blacks great Paul Henare spills the beans on a hilarious and mischievous off-court story involving two giants of the game: Dirk Nowitzki and Sean Marks.

This is just one incredible moment from our full, in-depth interview with the New Zealand basketball legend. From his Tall Blacks days to coaching in Japan, Paul shares untold stories, coaching gems, and his unique perspective on the basketball in Japan.

✨ This story and the full conversation are waiting for you!

➡️ comment “PH” to watch the entire exclusive interview on YouTube

04/12/2025

Unpacking Paul Henare's Journey 🏀

Ever wondered what goes on inside the mind of a New Zealand basketball legend? We sat down with Paul Henare—Tall Blacks centurion, Olympian, and now a coach in Japan's top league—and the stories are pure gold.

This isn't your standard interview. We go deep on his transition from the court to the sidelines, the realities of coaching in a new culture, and the future of Kiwi hoops. He even shares an untold story involving NBA legends you have to hear to believe.
It's a conversation packed with coaching gems, heartfelt memories, and incredible insight from one of our greats.

🎧 Watch the full, exclusive interview on YouTube now!
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Kiwihoopers S4E7🏀 There is a lot to unpack in this episode. One thing is for sure: so many gems 💎 He has worn the black singlet as a player and as a head c...

19/11/2025

Home is where the hardwood is. 🏠🏀

From Colorado to Alabama to New Jersey— .parke1 has built a life out of a suitcase. In this preview, she is our travel agent and tells are one of her favourite things in each place that she lived in.

The full interview unpacks:
📍 How she transitioned from NAIA to NCAA D1
📍 Advice for playing at a high level
📍 Winning the MVP of Steven Adams Invitational

It’s a powerful look at the life behind the jersey.

Ready for the full story? The deep-dive interview is live now! Tap the link in our bio to watch on YouTube.

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11/11/2025

There is nothing seeing one of the best Kiwi hoopers to be back on court and back in action. 🔵🌕

Charlisse Leger-Walker. Back where she belongs.

A full-circle moment in Sacramento. From the heartbreak of an injury to the roar of the crowd, this series is for every fan who believed. To see #5 back on the floor, leading her team with that same fire and passion, was everything.

To some, this is more than just a game.

Swipe to relive the key plays, the intensity, and the spirit of a true competitor. The comeback story continues! 🔥

05/11/2025

Grateful for health. Grateful for the opportunity to play another day. 🏀❤️

In the college basketball world that focuses on stats and scores, keeps her foundation simple and powerful.

This is just a small glimpse of her incredible mindset. In our full Kiwihoopers interview, she dives deep on:
* Her journey through the transfer portal
* The reality of being a
* Overcame ankle injury

The full conversation about resilience, identity, and basketball is live now!

🔗 Comment “LT” or “Iowa” in the comments to watch the full interview on YouTube!

Got something or someone that you are grateful for today? Share and tag us below 👇

04/11/2025

Before she was a Marshall University (WV) Thundering Herd guard, Zenthia Stowers was built by one of the most dominant forces in NZ High School basketball: Westlake Girls High School.

Their championship culture doesn't just create great players—it forges winners. In our latest Kiwihoopers interview, Zenthia pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to win at that level and how it prepared her for the NCAA.

Get a sneak peek of her incredible journey in this powerful conversation:

In this brand-new episode of Kiwihoopers, we sit down with Zenthia Stowers, the 6'0" freshman forward from Auckland, New Zealand, who is now making her mark ...

04/11/2025

03/11/2025

We sat down with the high-flying BNZ Breakers forward for an exclusive Kiwihoopers interview. He gets real about:

🔥 His MVP-caliber season with the Taranaki Airs
🔥 His evolving role with the New Zealand Breakers
🔥 What's next?

This is a must-watch for anyone who loves a homegrown success story.
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🛫In this episode of Kiwi Hoopers, we sit down with Carlin Davison, the high-flying forward for the New Zealand Breakers and a standout for the Taranaki Airs...

03/11/2025

From Christchurch to the Vegas Strip: A Tall Blacks' Journey back to college! 🇳🇿➡️🇺🇸
He didn't take the usual path. Before becoming a UNLV Runnin' Rebel, Walter Brown was already a PRO in the NBL and a Tall Black.
This is an exclusive Kiwihoopers interview.

He gets real about:
🔥 Coaching difference between his coaches in NBL / NZ NBL / NCAA
🔥 Workout with UNLV legend Mark Dickel
🔥 What he misses most about home
🔥 Pride of representing New Zealand
This is a must-watch for any Kiwi living abroad and every basketball fan back home.

🎧 WATCH THE FULL INTERVIEW HERE:

⛹️‍♂️ From Christchurch to Las Vegas: Walter Brown's UNLV Journey | Kiwihoopers S4E1In this Season 4 premiere of Kiwihoopers, we sit down with Walter Brown, ...

02/11/2025

“Time for dinner”
Steven Adams went big brother on Alperen Sengun the other day during pregame vs Boston Celtics.

31/10/2025

Coach McMains pregame vibes with Anfernee Simons.

Kiwi hoopers Ross McMains still got it! Under his coaching Simons is currently averaging 📊 14.8PTS | 2.4REB | 1.6AST in 5 games.

Expect those numbers to jump up as the season progresses.

(Via Celtics)