2025 FIBA Oceania U17 Cup: Five standouts from New Zealand and Australia

New Zealand secured a historic title, defeating Australia by a 82-62 score line in the final. Here are five standouts that made a name for themselves.

Australia went into the 2025 FIBA U17 Oceania Cup as historical favourites, boasting three consecutive tournament wins and eight of the last nine, since 2006. Early on, during a semi final seeding game, it became clear that New Zealand would be serious contenders. Australia eked out a 93-87 victory after trailing 33-50 at half time, but New Zealand ultimately had the last laugh in the grand finale, strolling to an 82-62 win.

Here are five players across both teams that stood out, in a whirlwind tournament that saw New Zealand pick up their second U17 Oceania crown.