With FIBA Women's World Cup Qualifiers starting on March 11 we get into the new look, new wave Tall Ferns squad brimming with young and promising talent. This Kiwi squad features 3 debutants looking to earn their spot while in Puerto Rico.

NZ experts Linden Moore, PhD and Maia Williamson join us as we talk about the Kiwi underdogs who are in a super talented pool that includes the unbeatable Team USA & world ranked no. 6 Spain, no easy feat but with a chip on their shoulders and a never say die attitude can they rise to the challenge?

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Ahead of International Womens Day 2026, Madel Guevarra & Isay Aurellado are partnering to launch their new program ‘Let Her Stay In The Game’ based at Hoops Sports Performance in Western Sydney. The program will enable teenage girls and women to stay in the game longer through access to education, inclusive programming, and connections.

Both Madel & Isay have long been involved in community basketball, and fill the gap for inclusivity amongst teenage girls in their communities that have historically seen them drop off the cliff when it comes to retaining girls in sports.

The program tips off on 28th February, with an IWD expert panel on 8th March talking to cultural diversity, unconscious bias & science backed research, and tailored training and goal setting sessions throughout March for teenage girls and women to stay in the game.

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WNBL awards season is here!

A season with so many moving parts, a clear top 3 teams may have iced out other contenders, injuries have cruelly cut short captivating seasons for prospective award candidates, and that old nugget - award fatigue.

We get creative with our own shoutouts and season highlights, but one thing we know is that the Queens of the court will shine in the new WNBL era purple reign.

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A bonus pod ahead of the 4th Pink Hoops Round we share a small snippet with people who were very close to Tiana Mangakahia.

In a fireside chat, we’re joined by friend of the pod Vanessa Panousis alongside very special guests Tiana's mum and dad - Cynthia and Terei Mangakahia

We’re so grateful to have Cynthia & Terei join us on this pod in memory of T.

In the coming weeks we’ll share the full pod where we talk about their legacy initiative, its meaning to the family and hope for it’s impact in the future.

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A north shore local girl reppin’ her hometown team.

Issy Morgan is living her dream as a DP for the Sydney Flames. Despite a season ending injury Issy has made a big splash in her WNBL debut, showcasing her gutsy style of play and innate leadership qualities to be the phenomenal teammate as she was renowned for in her Div1 College career at Davidson.

The former Wildcat shares what's important to her, as a player, a teammate and person. Displaying tremendous poise for a young player both on and off court, she’s grounded in the opportunities she's been gifted, leaving no doubt that Issy’s got the right stuff to make a huge impact on the Aussie women's basketball landscape.

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Next up in our summer hiatus is Vol.2 of our biggest 2025 pod replays, cued up for your listening enjoyment!

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1:05 No. 192: LIVE from the AIS UCCapitals Vs Sydney Flames

11:45 No. 197: Nat Burton Potential Unleashed with guest co-host Britt Smart

23:35 No. 209: Keyan Kramer commentary, connection & chemistry… origins of Shooting The Breeze

36:20 No. 199: KG23 x TED Talk - Kelsey Griffin connection and purpose

51:35 No. 210 Coach Renae Garlepp - Silver Gongs and Future Stars

1:02:15 No. 218: Izzy Borlase Steps In and Steps up

1:12:30 No. 219: Hannah Hank Inc. All Guns Blazing

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Whilst we take a pod break, we’ve got some of our biggest 2025 pod replays cued up for your Aussie summer enjoyment.

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00:55 No. 205: Hoops Biz Volume 1 Broadcast - with Tracey Holmes & Lance Peatey

12:44 No. 204: Coach Nat Hurst - Tall Ferns Fighting Spirit

22:20 No. 203: Trans-Tasman LIVE from Adelaide with Laura Hodges, Kerry Waller & Paul Camillos

32:50 No. 196: Coach Sandy Brondello from Paris to NY to LA2028

43:50 No. 190: Lara McSpadden Whai Time

53:22 No. 207: Coach Hannah Lowe’s Growth, Grit & the Gangurrus

1:05:22 No. 202: STB and WNBL Pulse LIVE - Walk The Line

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We get into the WNBL imports from around the globe bringing the heat here in Australia, in this week of World Basketball Day, reminding us of the global impact of womens hoops.

Sharing some insights and anecdotes of global talent in Oz, WNBA scout Alf Corriette returns to the pod, NBL1 Assistant Coach Em Palmer and Kerry Waller newly appointed Adelaide Lightning PR & media assistant round out the discussion.

It’s our final podcast for 2025 as we welcome a pod break… so from the STB community to our listeners around the world - Happy New Year, wishing all a safe and Happy 2026!

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