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Simon Kerle: The NBL’s Most Controversial Player Ever

Download this episode on iTunes “A lot of people don’t realise how successful and important Shane’s career overseas was… and it’s kind of a shame” – Simon Kerle on the impact Shane Heal had in Europe. He averaged 14 points over 381 games but never won an NBL Championship or even more surprising,…

Dan Boyce 0 August 2, 2012 brian kerle, basketball, simon kerle, melbourne, leroy loggins, brisbane bullets, magic, south east melbourne magic, podcasts, australian, south, aussie, suns, geelong supercats, supercats, brisbane, townsville, crocodiles, kermit washington, podcast, shane heal, clint mcdaniel, boomers 6796 Views

NBA News, Podcasts, Hoops Analysis, Around the Globe

Dream Team Vs Team USA Podcast

Download and listen to Aussie Hoopla podcast on the links below. iTunes – Spotify – Stitcher – Libsyn – TuneIn On the latest episode of Aussie Hoopla Matt Smith and Dan Boyce got heated when discussing Kobe Bryant stating that this years USA Olympic Basketball could defeat the Original “Dream Team”. The comments sent every media outlet across the world into a…

Dan Boyce 0 July 22, 2012 charles barkley, blake griffin, live, podcast, chris paul, basketball, david robinson, lebron james, patrick ewing, olympics, kevin durant, dream team, russell westbrook, kobe bryant, anthony davis, magic johnson, team usa, michael jordan, larry bird 3980 Views

Podcasts, NBL News

Rob “The Magician” Rose (NBL Legend) Podcast #5

“If Cam Tragardh is the leading scorer of this league… this league has a long way to come” – Rob Rose Never one to shy away from saying what he thinks is an NBL Legend in every sense of the word. “The Magician” is a lock for the NBL Hall of Fame. An NBL Champion,…

Dan Boyce 0 May 9, 2012 canberra cannons, NBL, the magician, podcast, george mason, cairns taipans, la clippers, adelaide 36ers, tragardh, dan boyce, boti nagy, legend, townsville crocodiles, south east melbourne magic, nba, rob rose, robert rose 4994 Views

Podcasts, NBL News

Mitch Creek (Adelaide 36ers) Podcast #3

Born and raised in Horsham, Victoria and developed as a player by former NBL coach Owen Hughan, Mitch Creek has become of the Australia’s brightest young stars. Creek spent two years at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), averaging 14.4 points, 6.6 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.3 steals per game, before deciding to make the leap into the…

Dan Boyce 0 March 31, 2012 mitch creek, ais, aussiehoopla, need for speed, xbox, emus, NBL, daniel johnson, podcast, horsham hornets, national basketball league, dunk, australia, adelaide 36ers 2402 Views

Podcasts, NBL News

Daniel Dillon (Melbourne Tigers) Podcast #2

Download and listen to Aussie Hoopla podcast on the links below. iTunes – Spotify – Stitcher – Libsyn – TuneIn “You’re playing against some of the most talented guys from around the world. For me it just made me realise how many guys who aren’t in the NBA, who are really talented, its such a fine line between those players and…

Dan Boyce 0 March 10, 2012 Daniel, seamus mcpeake, Dillon, ayinde ubaka, arizona wildcats, milwaukee bucks, lute olsen, aussie hoopla, ncaa, chase budinger, channing frye, north laurel, NBL, cairns taipans, podcast, melbourne tigers 2815 Views

Podcasts, NBL News, Aussies Abroad, Andrew Bogut

Podcast No. 1 – Rhys Carter winning Gold with Andrew Bogut and how to play as an import

Listen to the debut of the Aussie Hoopla Podcast, Our first episode features former Adelaide 36ers Rhys Carter in a discussion with Aussie Hoopla about how he made his way from a junior player to a professional and the pathways young players need to take in order to becoming an elite basketball player. Rhys has had…

Dan Boyce 0 January 15, 2012 NBL, podcast, Rhys Carter, sweden, boomers 2990 Views

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Australian Boomers

Adam Caporn’s Vision for the Boomers: Merging Goorjian and Lemanis’ Success

With Adam Caporn taking over as head coach of the Australian Boomers, the national team enters a critical phase in its evolution. A student of both Brian Goorjian and Andrej Lemanis, Caporn intends to build on their foundations, blending their distinct philosophies to create a balanced, adaptable, and high-performing team. In a recent interview with Aussie Hoopla, Caporn outlined his vision for the Boomers, his approach to coaching, and how he plans to shape the roster heading into major tournaments like the 2027 FIBA World…
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Luke Kendall on developing basketball in India, 2006 FIBA World Champs & Sydney’s 2005 NBL Title

Former NBL player and current Casey Cavaliers head coach Luke Kendall joins the podcast to share his journey—from his junior basketball days to professional success and now a rising coaching career. Kendall developed under legendary coach Mike Dunlap at Metro State, where he won a national championship before moving to the NBL. He played for the Sydney Kings, Melbourne Tigers, Perth Wildcats, and Gold Coast Blaze, winning a championship with the Kings before injuries forced an early retirement. Visit dunk.com.au for your next set of…
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NBL News

Larry Kestelman Says Geelong Deserves an NBL Team But Is Missing a Real Estate Component

The possibility of an NBL expansion team in Geelong has gained momentum, with league owner Larry Kestelman confirming the city is a strong candidate—provided it can secure a suitable venue. However, much like we outlined in an article a number of years ago, How the Geelong Supercats could return to the NBL within 3 years, the missing piece isn’t just a stadium, but a real estate-backed development plan to make the project financially viable. Kestelman recently acknowledged Geelong’s growing basketball scene, citing record participation numbers…
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NBL History

The Wollongong Hawks’ 2001 NBL Championship: The defining moment of an underdog’s rise

There have been championship runs in the NBL defined by dominance and the sheer weight of talent that could overwhelm opponents before the ball was tipped. The dynasties of Perth, the star-studded reign of Melbourne, and the rise of Sydney’s financial muscle all tell tales of powerhouses that knew how to stay at the top. But there has only ever been one championship like Wollongong’s in 2001—a title won through sheer resilience, a team that had no business being there until they forced their way…
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Aussies Abroad

If Dyson Daniels Doesn’t Win Defensive Player of the Year, It’s a Disgrace

The Defensive Player of the Year (DPOY) award is supposed to recognise the most dominant defender in the NBA. If that’s the case, then Dyson Daniels should already have his name engraved on the trophy. But as the season winds down, there’s a growing concern that Daniels might get overlooked simply because he’s a guard. If that happens, it won’t just be unfair—it will be a disgrace. Daniels is Leading the NBA in Every Key Defensive Stat There’s no argument against Daniels’ defensive dominance this…
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NBL News

Sydney Kings’ Xavier Cooks Faces Further Consequences After Positive Cocaine Test

Sydney Kings captain Xavier Cooks has served most of his one-month suspension for testing positive for cocaine but may still face additional disciplinary action from his club. He was provisionally suspended in early February after returning an adverse analytical finding just two days before the Kings’ sudden-death clash against Adelaide. Basketball Australia later confirmed the ban, though the club initially cited “personal leave” as the reason for his absence. Despite the violation, Sydney Kings officials reportedly want to retain Cooks, who remains under contract for…
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NBL News

NBL Free Agent Tracker

Below is an up-to-date roster for each NBL team and a list of rumours and potential signings derived from discussions with NBL staff and media. Players listed as contracted come from information supplied by the National Basketball League. * = Denotes import player ** = Naturalised Australian DP = a member of the team's development roster SRP = the previously named Asian player exception denoting an Asian player who qualifies as a local in the NBL. MP = Marquee players listed as known Click here…
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Around the Globe

How Aussie Hoops Is Vital For Asia Basketball

The recent FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers in Traralgon showcased not just Australia's dominance in the region but also why Australian basketball is becoming an invaluable asset for Asian nations looking to grow their game. The Boomers' commanding victories over Indonesia (109-58) and Thailand (114-64) were not just displays of superior talent but reflections of an elite system that consistently produces world-class players. For Asian basketball federations seeking a model to learn from, Australia offers an ideal blueprint—one that balances elite player development, a thriving professional…
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