CAPE VERDE, 21 APRIL 2026 (ONOC MEDIA)—The Oceania National Olympic Committees (ONOC) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening governance, enhancing operational effectiveness, and supporting athletes across the region, during an update delivered at the Association of National Olympic Committees Executive Council Meeting in Cape Verde last week. Presenting on behalf of ONOC, President Baklai Temengil […]
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New Partnership Announcement – Basketball For Good in Palau
Palau Basketball Federation, FIBA Oceania, Basketball Australia and the Australian Embassy are pleased to announce a new three-year partnership to expand opportunities for young people across Palau through the Basketball for Good program. Building on Palau’s successful hosting of the first Oceania edition of the FIBA 3×3 Youth Nations League during the 2025 Pacific Mini […]
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New league opens pathway opportunities for emerging Pacific basketballers
AUCKLAND, 12 FEBRUARY 2026 (PMN)—A new initiative aims to bridge the gap between amateur competition and professional opportunities for Pacific basketball players. The Pasefika Basketball League (PBL) will launch this month with a Pro Showcase Trial to be held on 15 February at the Alan Brewster Leisure Centre in Papatoetoe, Auckland. PBL co-founder and director, […]
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Palau Set to Host Regional Triathlon Camp, Pacific Cup in March
By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau — Palau is set to welcome regional athletes and coaches for the Regional Triathlon Development Camp from March 16–21, building toward the Pacific Cup, a key Oceania-sanctioned competition that will test endurance, speed and race readiness across swim, bike and run. Hosted by the Palau Triathlon Federation, the weeklong camp […]