🌿 Turangawaewae Basketball Development Program
A place to stand. A place to grow. A place to thrive.
Basketball is more than a game — it’s a pathway to confidence, connection, and lifelong skills. The Turangawaewae Basketball Development Program is built on the principles of Hauora and equity, creating a safe, culturally grounded space where tamariki and rangatahi can flourish.
From the first bounce at grassroots level to the thrill of competitive play, our program nurtures every step of the journey. With structured progression, meaningful mentorship, and a strong sense of community, players don’t just learn basketball — they grow as leaders, teammates, and resilient individuals.
✨ What makes us different?
- Holistic development: Supporting mind, body, spirit, and whānau.
- Equity at the core: Uplifting underrepresented voices and creating fair opportunities.
- Community connection: Strengthening local capacity and building sustainable pathways.
- On and off the court: Skills that last a lifetime, from teamwork to leadership.
This is basketball with purpose. This is a movement to empower, inspire, and sustain growth for generations to come.
Program Structure
| Stage | Program | Focus |
| 1. Engagement & Access | Community Popup Sessions | Free, Fun, local sessions; hauora-based play; inclusive entry point |
| 2. Foundation Skills | BNZ Kiwi Hoops/Fundamental Girls Got Game Program | Basic movement, teamwork, confidence; hauora principles. |
| 3. Skill Development | Foundation program | Identity, resilience, deeper skills; wellbeing-centered coaching |
| 4. Game Play | Youth League (3×3) | Fast-paced play, strategy, social, connection, self-esteem |
| 5. Structured Play | School, Club, Representative Teams | Performance, leadership, mentoring, long-term athlete development. |
Hauora Integration
Each stage embeds the four dimensions of hauora: –
- Taha tinana – physical wellbeing
- Taha hinengaro – mental and emotional wellbeing
- Taha whānau – social connection
- Taha wairua – cultural identity and belonging.
Community Outcomes
- Activates underserved communities.
- Builds local capacity through coach/referee mentoring.
- Strengthens whānau engagement.
- Promotes equity and long-term participation.
Click here for information on the BNZ Kiwi Hoops
Click here for information on the 2Degrees Girls Got Game
Click here for information on the Community Popup sessions
