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Outdoor basketball hoop in heavy rain with a tempered glass backboard and powder coated steel frame, useful when choosing the best material for an outdoor basketball hoop

Weatherproof Your Court: What Is the Best Material for an Outdoor Basketball Hoop?

16/12/2025

Harsh weather can put outdoor basketball hoops to the test, affecting both safety and performance. A hoop built to handle the elements ensures consistent play all year long. That’s why…

Coach discusses drills with three players on an indoor basketball court, illustrating basketball regulation in NZ with clear court markings and a hoop in the background.

A Comprehensive Guide To Basketball Regulation In NZ For Beginners

28/11/2025

Basketball continues to grow across communities where players at different stages want clear guidance that helps them enjoy every match with confidence. Understanding how rules apply in various competitions supports…

Outdoor basketball hoop with glass backboard on a concrete court in a backyard setting

What Outdoor Basketball Hoop Style Works Best in Your Space?

20/11/2025

Outdoor basketball hoops come in many styles designed to meet different needs and environments. Each type offers unique qualities that influence how well it fits in certain spaces like driveways,…

Aerial view of a basketball court featuring a blue and white design, showcasing the court's layout and markings.

Basketball Court Design in NZ: About Hoops, Space, and Safety

30/09/2025

A basketball court is more than a place to shoot hoops. For families, it’s a way to get children outside and away from screens. For schools, it’s a safe space…

Aerial view of a blue multi-sport court with basketball hoops, netball posts, and a nearby playground.

How to Design a Multi-Use School Basketball Court For 3×3, Full Court, and Curriculum PE

02/09/2025

Designing a basketball court for a school requires more than placing hoops and painting lines. A well-planned court supports curriculum teaching, structured training, and casual play, all within the same…

A newly installed multi-sport court with dark blue surfacing is shown in front of a school building. The court features a green artificial turf key and a large, modern basketball hoop with a glass backboard. There are also markings for other sports, including a smaller, separate basketball court with a smaller hoop in the background.

11 Reasons Why A New Basketball Hoop Might Be Your School’s Path To More NCEA Awards

18/08/2025

Supporting academic success goes beyond textbooks and classrooms. In New Zealand, physical activity is increasingly recognised as a major contributor to student wellbeing, engagement, and overall performance. Ministry of Education…

Player shooting basketball toward hoop under clear blue sky.

Building Better Courts: How Backboard Materials and Surface Choices Impact Performance

26/06/2025

Performance Starts with the Right Foundation When it comes to building a basketball court that delivers true performance, every detail matters. For homeowners who play regularly or have children in…

Court Kings and Basketball NZ co-branded purple outdoor court.

Growing the Game: Why More Kiwi Communities Are Investing in Local Hoops

21/06/2025

Basketball is quickly becoming one of New Zealand’s most popular sports. Courts in neighbourhood parks, schoolyards and even driveways are seeing more activity as families and young players spend more…

Man shooting basketball at home driveway hoop system.

Play with Purpose: The Health and Well-being Benefits of Basketball

18/06/2025

A Functional Sport That Supports the Whole Body For health-focused individuals seeking a sustainable way to stay active, basketball offers a unique mix of cardiovascular training, strength conditioning and cognitive…

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Weatherproof Your Court: What Is the Best Material for an Outdoor Basketball Hoop?

A Comprehensive Guide To Basketball Regulation In NZ For Beginners

What Outdoor Basketball Hoop Style Works Best in Your Space?

Basketball Court Design in NZ: About Hoops, Space, and Safety

How to Design a Multi-Use School Basketball Court For 3×3, Full Court, and Curriculum PE

11 Reasons Why A New Basketball Hoop Might Be Your School’s Path To More NCEA Awards

Building Better Courts: How Backboard Materials and Surface Choices Impact Performance

Growing the Game: Why More Kiwi Communities Are Investing in Local Hoops

Play with Purpose: The Health and Well-being Benefits of Basketball

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