Four standouts from the Crocs' FIBA U15 Oceania Cup campaign

The Australian Crocs have successfully defended their title at the 2024 FIBA U15 Oceania Cup, defeating New Zealand by a blowout margin of 96-68. Here are some of the names that shone.

The Australian Crocs entered the 2024 FIBA U15 Oceania Cup as the team to beat. Six consecutive titles from six preceding tournaments (including the U16 era) meant that the Crocs faced plenty of pressure, and they were tested early. In the group stages, Australia faced a resolute New Zealand squad and eeked out a 92-81 win in overtime. The Crocs followed up up this performance with back to back blowout wins over Samoa, in the group stages (111-84) and semi-finals (107-69) respectively.

A rematch with New Zealand subsequently stood between the Aussies and a gold medal, but in their second meeting, it was a very different story. The game was essentially over by half time, where the Crocs led by a 50-23 margin, and Australia ultimately finished on a 96-68 victory. Several players made a name for themselves in Canberra - the tournament’s host city - including several standout Crocs listed below.