Monthly Archives: July 2012

London: Spain too good for Boomers + VIDEO

The Boomers late rally fell short against Spain at the London Olympic Games.

London: Boomers vs Spain Preview

Read Marc Howard's exclusive preview of the Boomers second pool match against world number two Spain on Tuesday night.

London: Opals lose heartbreaker to France + VIDEO

Belinda Snell forced OT with a half-court heave but the Opals fell to France, 74-70.

Turnovers cost Boomers: Mills

Patty Mills says the Boomers simply made too many turnovers against Brazil.

London: Opals vs France Preview

The Opals play France in their second Pool B game in London on Monday night Australian time, and Marc Howard previews the match.

Boomers rally falls short against Brazil

The Boomers fell to Brazil 75-71 to open their London campaign, but came close.

Opals start with a win over Great Britain + VIDEO

Lauren Jackson led the way as the Opals tipped-off their London campaign with a win.

London: Boomers vs Brazil Preview

Read Marc Howard's preview of the Boomers opening match in London against Brazil.

Australian Under 17 women - Live Stats links

Follow the Australian Under 17 women's national team with Live Stats for all games from the World Championship.

London: Opals v Great Britain Preview

Marc Howard previews the Opals opening match of the London Olynmpic Games against Tom Maher's Great Britain.

Basketball Australia welcomes Lauren Jackson flag honour

Lauren Jackson has been named as the flag bearer for the Australian Olympic Team in London.

Boomers & Opals London TV Schedule

See the full TV schedule for the Boomers and Opals preliminary round matches in London!

Leave messages of support for the Boomers & Opals here!

The Australian Boomers and Opals are representing all Australians in London.

Inaugural Australian 3X3 World Champ teams named

The Australian Senior Women’s 3X3 basketball team and the U18 Women’s and Men’s Australian teams have been named ahead of the inaugural FIBA 3X3 Senior and U18 World Championship tournaments.

NBL Releases new 2012/13 schedule

The National Basketball League has today released its revised schedule for the 2012/13 iiNet NBL Championship season, with the eight-team competition set to tip-off on October 5 with a blockbuster Grand Final rematch.

Boomers London bound

The Australian Boomers are en-route to London and the Olympic Village ready for the exciting challenge ahead, following the completion of their four-game European tour.

Keeping the dream alive: Q&A with Peter Crawford

At 32, Peter Crawford felt like his chance to play for the Boomers at an Olympic Games had passed him by. But, only weeks out from representing Australia in London, PC sat down with BA’s Davin Sgargetta, who learnt that anything’s possible, as long as you continue to work hard and continue to believe.

BA seeking new GM of Community & Participation

BA is seeking a new GM of Community and Participation. The successful candidate will oversee the growth development and strengthening of basketball in Australia. The role will provide a vital link from BA to the 'shopfront' of the sport – our states, associations and clubs.