23 - 26 October 2026
Registrations closed
The Classic is Aotearoa's largest and most electrifying basketball showcase, spanning four jam-packed days. From the grassroots of youth development to the peak of adult elite competition, it's where the future of New Zealand basketball is forged.
When
23 - 26 October 2026
Where
Tauranga, NZ
Cost
From $165 per player
Minimum team of 8
The Classic
Experience the uniqueness of The Classic just once and you’ll become a fan for life. Your unforgettable basketball experience includes:
The HoopNation
Get ready to experience the vibe that only HoopNation brings. A fusion of DJs, MCs and non-stop basketball action for players and fans alike. HoopNation, redefining the essentials of basketball culture.
Which other event puts the spotlight on pure skill with 3-Point and Slam Dunk competitions, while keeping all the game-day action at your fingertips with live digital kiosks? The combination of elite on-court action and cutting-edge fan experience makes HoopNation truly unique.
Playing at HoopNation can be a direct pathway to colleges and prep programs for aspiring basketball players. Through our partnership with Forge Sport, over 30 student-athletes have been placed in the USA, Canada and Europe, where they are now pursuing their basketball dreams and academic qualifications. This is more than a tournament; it’s an opportunity to forge your future on an international stage.
Mercury Baypark
81 Truman Ln, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga
Mount Maunganui Sport & Recreation Centre
Cnr Maunganui & Hull Road, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga
Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre
71 Eleventh Ave, Tauranga
Haumaru Sport & Recreation Centre
483 Cameron Road, Tauranga 3110
Aquinas College
183 Pyes Pa Road, Tauranga
Tauranga Boys' College
664 Cameron Road, Tauranga South, Tauranga 3112
| Game | Date | Time | Team A | Team B | Court | Venue | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G1 Pool Play - D4 v D5 | Friday | 08:00 | Court Kingz | Double Downers | Baypark 1 | Mercury Baypark | 16U Boys Elite |
| G2 Pool Play - D1 v D2 | Friday | 08:00 | Mana Boys | Ngā Toki | Baypark 2 | Mercury Baypark | 14U Boys Elite |
| G3 Pool Play - B2 v B3 | Friday | 08:00 | LCP | Porirua Heat Basketball | Baypark 3 | Mercury Baypark | 12U Boys Elite |
| G4 Pool Play - B4 v B2 | Friday | 08:00 | R.A.M.S Elite | NOX | Baypark 4 | Mercury Baypark | 16U Boys Elite |
| G5 Pool Play - B1 v B3 | Friday | 08:00 | Horomaka | Own The Zone Academy | Baypark 5 | Mercury Baypark | 16U Boys Elite |
| G6 Pool Play - A2 v A3 | Friday | 08:00 | Tu Tangata | TVB Stanford | Baypark 6 | Mercury Baypark | 16U Boys Elite |
| G7 Pool Play - 4 v 5 | Friday | 08:00 | Grind House | PHILNZREPS MAYUMI | Baypark 7 | Mercury Baypark | 12U Girls Elite |
| G8 Pool Play - A1 v A4 | Friday | 08:00 | Te Aka Poitūkohu | Own The Zone Academy | Baypark 8 | Mercury Baypark | 16U Boys Elite |
| G9 Pool Play - 7 v 5 | Friday | 08:00 | Te Aka Poitūkohu U14 Kōtiro | Kuratūkohu | Baypark 9 | Mercury Baypark | 14U Girls Development |
| G10 Pool Play - 4 v 7 | Friday | 08:00 | TOA SPARKS | JHBD | Haumaru 1 | Haumaru Sport & Recreation Centre | 12U Girls Development |
| G11 Pool Play - A6 v A4 | Friday | 08:00 | TOA SKY | Grind House | Haumaru 2 | Haumaru Sport & Recreation Centre | 14U Girls Elite |
| G12 Pool Play - 1 v 6 | Friday | 08:00 | B1UP | Saucy Hoopers Aces | Haumaru 3 | Haumaru Sport & Recreation Centre | 14U Girls Development |
| G13 Pool Play - B5 v B6 | Friday | 08:00 | Sunsport Cobras | Whai Basketball | Haumaru 4 | Haumaru Sport & Recreation Centre | 14U Boys Development |
| G14 Pool Play - 2 v 5 | Friday | 08:00 | Just Swish | Tararua Rangers | QEYC 1 | Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre | 12U Girls Development |
| G15 Pool Play - C5 v C7 | Friday | 08:00 | Grind Academy | TOA SPURS | QEYC 2 | Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre | 16U Boys Development |
| G16 Pool Play - 8 v 4 | Friday | 08:00 | TOA NIECES | Kahungunu Poitūkohu | QEYC 3 | Queen Elizabeth Youth Centre | 14U Girls Development |
| G17 Pool Play - 2 v 3 | Friday | 08:00 | Horomaka | JHBD | Mt Sports 1 | Mount Maunganui Sport & Recreation Centre | 14U Girls Development |
| G18 Pool Play - C5 v C1 | Friday | 09:00 | Tautiaki | 18U Boys A-League Silent Moves | Baypark 1 | Mercury Baypark | 18U Boys A-League |
| G19 Pool Play - B3 v B4 | Friday | 09:00 | Ngā Toki Basketball | Showtime Basketball | Baypark 2 | Mercury Baypark | 14U Boys Development |
| G20 Pool Play - A1 v A3 | Friday | 09:00 | Balls Elite | JHBD | Baypark 3 | Mercury Baypark | 14U Boys Development |
| G21 Pool Play - A1 v A5 | Friday | 09:00 | Little Crete | Circle Back | Baypark 4 | Mercury Baypark | 16U Girls Elite |
| G22 Pool Play - A3 v A4 | Friday | 09:00 | Nesia | Whai Basketball | Baypark 5 | Mercury Baypark | 18U Boys Elite |
| G23 Pool Play - C6 v C2 | Friday | 09:00 | PhilNZReps Nui | Elite Company | Baypark 6 | Mercury Baypark | 14U Boys Elite |
| G24 Pool Play - A4 v A2 | Friday | 09:00 | Whittlesea Pacers | TOA PISTONS | Baypark 7 | Mercury Baypark | 16U Boys A-League |
| G25 Pool Play - 1 v 7 | Friday | 09:00 | Kahungunu Poitūkohu | Whai Basketball | Baypark 8 | Mercury Baypark | 16U Girls Development |
Game and Event Management
Designed for clarity and transparency, our rules and regulations deliver a world-class experience for everyone - from volunteers, officials, event management, media, to athletes and their managers and coaches. Please review our Regulations and Terms before committing to participation.
Rest assured, we track all incidents, court-side and beyond.
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“
The JSC was a step out of my comfort zone but it was an opportunity for me to get my name out there and show off my skill set whilst also having fun.
Ritorya Tamilo
University of Hawaii
JSC Alumni 21' 22'
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