The NZCT Pacers League is a fun and developmental basketball competition for tamariki | children in Year 5 to Year 8. Designed for players with some basketball experience, it emphasises growth, skill development, and enjoyment. These tournaments are usually on a Friday night during Terms 1 and 4. (1 tournament per age group) 

NZCT Pacers Tournaments – Term 1, 2026

Date and Time:

Year 7/8 | Mixed: Friday, 13th March (4:00pm – 7:00pm)

Year 5/6 | Mixed: Friday, 20th March (4:00pm – 7:00pm)

Panthers: Basketball for all (Players with disabilities) | Mixed: Friday 27th March (4:00pm – 7:00pm) (email Alice for registration, clubmanager@pioneer.nz.basketball)

Location: Pioneer Stadium, 75 Lyttelton Street

Costs and Registration Info:

Cost: $TBC

Please note, we cannot accommodate friend requests for team placements due to the unique structure of the competition.