Listen to Aussie Hoopla podcast on the links below. iTunes – Spotify – Stitcher – Libsyn – TuneIn The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) has been funded by the Australian government since 1981 with the focus of producing elite sporting talent for its men’s and women’s Olympic teams. The majority of basketball players who have gone on to represent Australia have…
Read MoreHead to iTunes to download this episode on your phone or iPod Although we never saw Randy Livingston play in Australia during his career he has been a huge proponent in developing Australian basketball talent for the past 5 years. Randy is the only high school player to be ranked #1 player for two…
Read MoreHead to iTunes to download this episode on your phone or iPod Like the Sydney Kings three-peat in 2003-05 we’ve got our third member of the Sydney Kings in a row joining us on the podcast. The Parramatta born Julian Khazzouh has played six seasons in the NBL, all in Sydney Sydney Kings, Spirit and…
Read MoreIt’s an exciting time in Sydney, with new ownership, new coach, new players and the goal of making the Sydney Kings basketball team more popular than ever before. To find out what’s happening behind the closed doors of the Qudo’s Arena, the Kings new home for 2016/17, we got on the phone to talk with…
Read MoreHead to iTunes to download this episode on your phone or iPod It’s an exciting time in Sydney, new ownership, new coach, new players and the goal of making the Sydney Kings basketball team more popular than ever before. To get inside the Kings sanctum we sat down the boy who went from wiping the floors at…
Read MoreHead to iTunes to download this episode on your phone or iPod We’ve reached that time where millions of aspiring basketball players are speaking with US college coaches all in the hope of receiving a college scholarship and the chance to play in the NCAA. To provide some clarity to what college coaches look for…
Read MoreHead to iTunes to download this episode on your phone or iPod It was an honor an speak with “The General” Phil Smyth about his time wearing Boomers green and gold and fond memories from his time playing for St Kilda, Canberra, Adelaide and Sydney in the NBL. Smyth retired from playing basketball in 1995…
Read MoreHead to iTunes to download this episode on your phone or iPod AussieHoopla was lucky to get some time to speak with the coach of the Adelaide 36ers, Joey Wright on our latest show. Since we’ve seen the likes of Lindsay Gaze and Brian Goorjian retire or head overseas Joey has been perhaps the…
Read MoreHead to iTunes to download this episode on your phone or iPod We’ve got two quick podcasts up for you this week, be sure to check out our chat with former Cairns Taipans and Adelaide 36ers import Jamar Wilson, but we’ve also been able to grab current AIS scholarship holder and the newest recruit to…
Read MoreHead to iTunes to download this episode on your phone or iPod AussieHoopla’s Dan Boyce was able to chat with the former Cairns Taipans and Adelaide 36ers import Jamar Wilson. Wilson is currently in the middle of the Serbian basketball league playoffs for powerhouse club Partizan Belgrade. We get some great insight into what…
Read MorePOS | TEAM | W | D | L | PTS |
1 | Top Club FC | 21 | 3 | 3 | 66 |
2 | The Reapers | 20 | 4 | 3 | 64 |
3 | Crimson Kings | 19 | 4 | 4 | 61 |
4 | Wind Slayers | 18 | 2 | 6 | 56 |
5 | Deadly Predators | 18 | 2 | 4 | 56 |
The Sydney Kings have released their newest signing, Lamonte Turner after he failed his team physical when he arrived in Sydney. The Hoops Capital club confirmed the decision, adding that they will not make any further roster changes to close out their NBL25 season. Despite being signed as a nominated replacement player following Jaylin Galloway’s season-ending shoulder injury, Turner spent almost a week with the squad yet failed to train with the full Kings squad, only working with younger players since his arrival. The 27-year-old…
READ MOREFormer Tall Blacks head coach and New Zealand Breakers legend Paul Henare joins the podcast to reflect on his illustrious basketball journey. From being a cornerstone of the New Zealand Breakers’ early days to coaching in Japan’s rapidly growing B.League, Henare shares his unique insights into the game across multiple continents. Visit dunk.com.au for your next set of basketball uniforms. We dive into the 2002 Tall Blacks squad that stunned the basketball world with a fourth-place finish at the FIBA World Championships, the evolution of…
READ MOREJamie O'Loughlin, a veteran coach with championship experience at the Perth Wildcats and extensive work with the Cairns Taipans, joins the podcast to discuss the evolving coaching trends in the NBL and insights from NBL25. Visit dunk.com.au for your next set of basketball uniforms. From noticing shifts in offensive and defensive strategies across the league to reflecting on his time helping the Wildcats secure back-to-back championships in 2016 and 2017, O'Loughlin shares invaluable insights for basketball fans and aspiring coaches. He also breaks down the…
READ MOREShawn Dennis, head coach of Japan's Nagoya Dolphins, joins the podcast to discuss the evolution of Japanese basketball and its strong connection with Australian players and coaches. Since its launch in 2016, the B.League has become one of the highest-paying leagues worldwide, attracting both seasoned Australian coaches and NBL talent. Visit dunk.com.au for your next set of basketball uniforms. Dennis, going into his sixth season in Japan, joins host Dan Boyce to shed some light on how the NBL and B.League could benefit from closer…
READ MOREPlans for a new 12,000-seat stadium in Southport have injected momentum into the Gold Coast’s bid for an NBL franchise, positioning the city as a frontrunner for league expansion by 2027. Set to overlook the scenic Broadwater at Carey Park, the proposed stadium has sparked confidence among NBL officials that the region could sustain a national basketball team. NBL Chief Operating Officer Vince Crivelli expressed optimism, emphasizing that a world-class venue is essential for expansion. “We are encouraged and supportive of the exciting progress on…
READ MOREDyson Daniels is making waves in the NBA—not just with his scoring or playmaking, but through his relentless and disruptive defence. The Atlanta Hawks guard is currently ranked second in the NBA for steals, averaging 2.4 per game, and leads the league in deflections, making him a constant threat to opposing offences and a valuable asset for his team. This defensive prowess has been instrumental in the Hawks’ strong performances, including their 121-116 win over the New York Knicks today. In today’s game against the…
READ MOREIn a major announcement, Tommy Greer, the foundation CEO of South East Melbourne Phoenix, has revealed his decision to resign after six successful seasons with the club. Greer, a pivotal figure in the Phoenix's establishment in 2018, has been instrumental in shaping the team’s identity and fostering its rapid growth within the National Basketball League (NBL). Interestingly, this announcement follows closely after the recent release of head coach Mike Kelly, marking a significant period of transition for the club. Just three weeks ago, AussieHoopla ran…
READ MOREThe financial collapse of the Darwin Salties this week has all but closed the door on the possibility of an NBL expansion team based in the Northern Territory. Despite strong community support and government backing, the Salties have announced their withdrawal from the Queensland-based NBL1 North competition, citing unsustainable financial pressures. This development leaves the future of the club and the NT’s broader ambitions for professional sports in serious doubt. Founded in late 2021, the Salties quickly became a fan favourite, regularly filling stadiums and…
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