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HISTORY

TCBA HISTORY

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Explore the rich legacy of basketball in Tauranga and the Bay of Plenty region. Our site is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the history of local basketball – from early community clubs and school competitions to standout players, coaches, and landmark events. Through curated archives, historic photographs, interviews, and records, we bring the stories of our basketball pioneers and evolving local scene to life. Whether you're a player, fan, researcher, or community member, discover how basketball has shaped – and been shaped by – this vibrant region of New Zealand.

1938:         

American Basketball Association in Tauranga 
Grand Opening Night, Rivoli Hall, Wednesday 25th May 1938. 7.30pm

 

1945:           

Tauranga Indoor Basketball Association – Sub association

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1930 -1950

1961 - 2002:      

Tauranga Indoor Basketball Association

(Women and Men)
New constitution 

 

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1951 -1970

1961 - 2002:      

Tauranga Indoor Basketball Association

(Women and Men)
New constitution 

 

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1971 -2000

2002 - 2002:         

Tauranga Basketball Association.

Not recognised by NZBB


2002 – 2010:          

Western Bay Basketball Association
New constitution

 

2010 – present:     Tauranga City Basketball
 

 

 

 

 

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2001 -2020

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