Unity Hoops is a free community event delivered by Toi Ako, New Zealous Music and key partner Kainga Ora.
This basketball themed event was held for the fourth year this month. Traditionally held at the Te Kauwhata Village Green, the event moved this year to Lakeside, Te Kauwhata’s brand new playground and half court.
Following promotional events held at the local primary and college the week prior the event attracted participation from players aged 8 to adult, and a whole host of whaanau and supporters. In addition to a fun afternoon with friends, players had the opportunity to win a raft of amazing prizes including basketballs, bluetooth speakers, vouchers, drink bottles, wrist and head bands and much more.
The event was postponed from Fri 13th to Sunday 15th March due to forecast rain. Sunday delivered a beautiful sunny day and the crowd enjoyed complimentary sausage sizzle drinks and opportunity to make a Slam Dunk Cup craft or design an Expand-a-ball at the Toi Ako Artstation.
Thank you to Te Kauwhata Primary and Te Kauwhata College for your support of this event. Congratulations to everyone who took to the court and gave it a go. We look forward to collaborating more with local players before next year’s event.
If you are a lover of the game and would like to get involved please get in touch – [email protected],
