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Background Basketball has been part of the fabric of Hawke’s Bay for half a century. The first Hawks team took the floor in 1976; 2026

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Eagle Ready to Soar

The Big Barrel Hawks have added another key piece to their 2026 roster, with Ezrah Eagle set to bring basketball IQ, communication and perimeter shooting

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Price Returns to Hawks as Patron

The Big Barrel Hawks have announced the appointment of Keith Price as Patron, confirmed at the organisation’s recent Annual General Meeting. Price joins existing Patron

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Cowart The Frontcourt Force!

The Hawke’s Bay Hawks are excited to announce the signing of 26-year-old forward Darnell Cowart for the 2025 Sals National League Basketball Season. Cowart, known

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Hawks Singh Lennox’s Praises

Talented 15-year-old student-athlete Lennox Singh from Napier Boys’ High School, is poised to make his mark on the Hawks this upcoming season. Singh has quickly

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Dual roles for Cox

We are excited to announce the signing of Isaac Cox. Cox, a dynamic shooting guard, is making a big impression on the Taylor Hawks having

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Smiler, getting goals

Zoram Smiler, a skilled basketballer with a bright future, has achieved a childhood dream. Having represented Hawke’s Bay at all age group levels, he has

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Jacob Murphy

Jacob is one of our promising young up and coming players. Having come through the Hawke’s Bay Basketball system Jacob is no stranger to Hawks

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JK is back for 2023!

Returning for the Taylor Hawks in 2023 is Jarrod Kenny. Jarrod brings experience and leadership. He has been a key member of the Hawks team

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Rasbatch is BACK!

The Taylor hawks are excited to announce the return of sharp shooter Ethan rusbatch for his sixth season in the bay. Returning after red hot

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Derone Raukawa

Derone has been an integral part of the Taylor Hawks for a number of seasons now. He plays with a level of creativity and excitement

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Hyrum Harris!!!

Hyrum Harris will be returning for the 2023 Season!    Hyrum may be our most important singing this season. His ability to affect the game

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Hawks to be led by new GM

CLUB STATEMENT – HAWKS LOOK FORWARD WITH MANAGEMENT CHANGE Issued: 20th July, 2022 – Immediate Release To our Corporate Partners, Season Members, Fans and Friends

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Where to get Tickets?

Tickets available for Home Games from Stirling Sports in either Napier or Hastings. Also on the day of the game at Pettigrew Green Arena, Taradale.

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Keep the faith says Atkinson

Hawke’s Bay Hawks long-time guardian and former IMS sponsor Kevin Atkinson is not fazed by the team’s 22-game losing streak. Read the full article on

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2017 SEASON PREVIEW!

All comments below for each team come from the Head Coach. Predictions are provided by basketball journalists Niall Anderson, NZME (NA), and Marc Hinton, Fairfax

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NZ NBL READY FOR STELLAR SEASON

The New Zealand National Basketball League (NBL) tips off this week, with the promise of another great season of high quality basketball, with increased coverage

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GIANTS TOO GOOD

GIANTS TOO GOOD The Mike Pero Nelson Giants have moved to second place with a 103-82 win over the IMS Payroll Hawks. American duo, DeRonn

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CHEER ON THE TALL FERNS

CHEER ON THE TALL FERNS The Tall Ferns vs. Opals tickets for Monday 17 August at ASB Arena in Tauranga are on sale now to the general

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HAWKS WIN IN OVERTIME

HAWKS WIN IN OVERTIME In Napier, the IMS Payroll Hawks have held off the Augusta Airs in a scoring bonanza, the home side winning 127-123

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HAWKS STUN RAMS

HAWKS STUN RAMS The IMS Payroll Hawks have stunned the Canterbury Rams in Christchurch with an 84-75 win. Suleiman Braimoh again led the way for

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RAMS ROUT HAWKS

RAMS ROUT HAWKS The Canterbury Rams have maintained their great record at home easily dispatching the IMS Payroll Hawks 83-62. Former Houston Rocket, Jermaine Taylor

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HAWKS WIN SECOND STRAIGHT

HAWKS WIN SECOND STRAIGHT The IMS Payroll Hawks have won their second straight game, defeating the Augusta Airs 97-90. Suleiman Braimoh had 21 points and

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2015 HEAD COACH NAMED

Could it be Tab Baldwin Mk II? Hawke’s Bay basketball fans will be excused if they ask this question when they see new IMS Payroll

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HEAD COACH VACANCY

HEAD COACH VACANCY The application process has now closed for this position. We are currently reviewing the applicants and a shortlisting process is underway.

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HAWKS KEEP FLYING

HAWKS KEEP FLYING The IMS Payroll Hawks win their sixth straight, defeating the Fico Finance Giants 82-77.   Led by Everard Bartlett (20 points) the Hawks had six players reach double

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NZ HOOPS MID-SEASON AWARDS

NZ HOOPS MID-SEASON AWARDS Check out our IMS Payroll Hawks featuring in the mid season awards as chosen by NZ Hoops… http://nzhoops.co.nz/nbl-mid-season-awards/

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HAWKS REIGN SUPREME

HAWKS REIGN SUPREME The IMS Payroll Hawks are fast becoming the team to beat in the Bartercard NBL with a convincing 88-78 win over the

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LIVESTREAMING AVAILABLE

LIVESTREAMING AVAILABLE Click on the link below to Subscribe to Sportwebcasts NBL Season Pass. The schedule of 25 games shows the games that will be covered.

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