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Feb 4, 2025

AUS v NZL Trans-Tasman Throwdown comes to Sunshine Coast in May

AUS v NZL Trans-Tasman Throwdown comes to Sunshine Coast in May

Basketball fans are in for an unforgettable showcase as the Trans-Tasman Throwdown makes its debut, pitting Australia against New Zealand in an electrifying new series and reigniting one of sports fiercest rivalries.

The Boomers will take on the Tall Blacks whilst the Seven Consulting Opals will go up against the 2degrees Tall Ferns across three games in both countries.

The series will see Australia and New Zealand’s national basketball sides descend on Adelaide, before heading to the Sunshine Coast on Friday, May 9 culminating in the final game across the Tasman in Kirikiriroa (Hamilton).  

Councillor Terry Landsberg, from the Sunshine Coast City Council, expressed his excitement at hosting the second game of the series.

“Drawing the Boomers and the Opals to UniSC Arena is a win for local basketball fans and aspiring athletes who will get to see our men’s and women’s national teams in the flesh after their Olympic campaigns in Paris last year, which saw the Opals win a Bronze medal."

“With the Sunshine Coast proposed to host preliminary basketball matches for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games, this partnership is a fantastic opportunity to showcase our existing facilities and our capability to host high-profile events."

This series marks a fantastic opportunity for basketball fans in Queensland to see their national teams live in action, with this being the first time the Boomers have played the Tall Blacks in Australia since 2021.

Early Bird access to tickets for the Trans-Tasman Throwdown at UniSC Arena on Friday, 9 May 2025 are now available.

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