ABOUT US

By the early 2000s, more positive spaces were emerging where our people could stand proud in our language and culture.

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​​​In 2014, the first National Māori Basketball Tournament was held, a kaupapa to bring whānau together, represent iwi connections proudly, and promote te reo Māori through sport. More than just a tournament, it was a movement - a way to uplift our people, strengthen te reo Māori and raise funds for a Māori men’s and women’s teams to compete nationally and internationally.

Today, Poitukohu Māori o Aotearoa delivers three kaupapa each year, the 3x3 Matariki Tournament, the National Māori Basketball Tournament, and the All Stars Exhibition Game. Both the 3x3 and National Tournament are kaupapa open to all Māori, with divisions for most ages and abilities - from U8 to U20, Tāne, Wāhine, Pākeke, Kōeke and Whaikaha.

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At the heart of it all is whakapapa, whanaungatanga, and creating a space where being Māori is cool, on and off the court.​​​​​​​