Basketball to follow festival of sport trend with ‘HoopsFest’
Following the buzz of the AFL’s Gather and NRL’s Magic Rounds, basketball is set for a festival of its own as Basketball Australia and the NBL announce ‘HoopsFest’ set for WA.
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Geelong United moves closer to signing WNBL coach
A WNBL championship winning coach is moving closer to being appointed as Geelong United’s senior mentor and two high profile players are being targeted.
Geelong United close to signing inaugural WNBL coach
Geelong United is set to announce its new senior mentor for its debut WNBL season as the organisation’s chief executive outlines what’s next for the budding franchise.
Anstey’s push for Gold Coast based NZ team blocked by BA
NBL legend Chris Anstey has been left ‘disappointed ’ following a push for a Gold Coast team to play in the New Zealand women’s league which was blocked by Basketball Australia.
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Team USA’s touching tribute to jailed star
Team USA’s FIBA World Cup campaign is underway, the powerhouse handing out a hammering amid a touching tribute to star Brittney Griner, who has been jailed in Russia.
America’s bold jersey stance says it all
Team USA says Brittney Griner’s jersey won’t be worn at the World Cup, as calls continue for the star to be released from a Russian prison.
‘Rough’: Star spills on ugly Cambage split
Former Opals captain Jenna O’Hea says she’s still getting over Liz Cambage’s shock meltdown on the eve of last year’s Tokyo Olympics.
‘We can rebound’: France ruins return but GOAT stays positive
Lauren Jackson sat on the bench for most of the second half before attempting to rescue the Opals in their time of need. The French had other ideas. How the GOAT fared in her return.
Aussie basketball diaspora gives Opals Cup edge
Australians are coaching and playing in the toughest basketball leagues around the world providing the hosts with a valuable edge in the FIBA Women’s World Cup.
Watch: tweet has LJ’s World Cup rivals on red alert
Regarded as the best Australian basketballer of all time, Lauren Jackson’s comeback hasn’t gone unnoticed, with the world wary of her likely influence at the FIBA Women’s World Cup.
Discovering voice after Cambage’s foul-mouthed rant
When Liz Cambage unleashed her Las Vegas racial verbal barrage Opals star Ezi Magbegor remained silent, but now the Nigerian Australian is not afraid to make some noise.
Anstey: Jackson completes Opals’ World Cup jigsaw puzzle
Liz Cambage left a big hole in the Opals World Cup hopes but the comeback of Lauren Jackson has completed the front court puzzle.
Culture vultures: Opals poach hockey legend
The Opals are in a strong place ahead of this month’s World Cup in Sydney thanks to some frank discussions about the team’s culture.
Seal of approval: Opals great backs Magden to drive new era
The Opals are well placed for success at the World Cup in Sydney with Tess Madgen as captain, according to Australian great Michele Timms.
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