A New Chapter awaits Cayla George

Three-time Olympian Cayla George has announced she is expecting a baby.

Asia-Pacific heavyweights unite in Melbourne

Team Japan joins the Opals and China in Melbourne for a series of closed scrimmages and training.

Event preview: Opals v China

Here's everything you need to know ahead of the two-game series against China

The last time they met

Two years on from a dominant series victory, the Opals and China return to Melbourne to reignite one of international basketball's growing rivalries.

Opals v China live & free on 9Network

The upcoming series will be available to watch on 9Go!

She Hoops Connects Community in Mandurah

More than 80 girls joined Australian basketball stars for an afternoon of connection, inspiration and community in Mandurah.

Seven Consulting extend as Major Partners ahead of ‘Year of the Opal’

Seven Consulting have backed the Opals program since 2022 and the extension is a boost for the program ahead of FIBA World Cup 2026.

Opals confirm line-up for two-game Melbourne series

The Seven Consulting Opals have named a squad with two homegrown debutants, returning veterans and WNBA-experienced players for a two-game series against China.

“I hope there'll be enough seats” - Fagan ready for special hometown Opals debut

From the Centre of Excellence to the international stage, Sitaya Fagan’s whirlwind 12 months continues as she is set to debut for the Seven Consulting Opals in Melbourne against China.

Seven Consulting Opals to host China in Melbourne

Basketball Australia is proud to announce that the Seven Consulting Opals will take on China in a two-game international series at John Cain Arena this July.

Opals schedule confirmed for FIBA Women’s World Cup 2026

Australia’s Berlin campaign set, with Belgium clash headlining Group C

Opals draw locked in for FIBA Women’s World Cup 2026

Australia set for strong Group C test in Berlin as World Cup pathway takes shape

Aussies making moves in the WNBA

A compounded WNBA off-season continues to deliver headlines for Australian basketball.

Undefeated Opals go 5–0 to close out qualifiers

The Opals closed out their campaign overnight with an 82–76 victory over Canada.

Opals Edge Türkiye in thrilling World Cup Qualifier

Australia withstands a passionate home crowd in Istanbul to secure a 77–74 win behind standout performances from Smith, George and Wilson.

Opals hold firm against Hungary

A 71-58 victory sees the Opals notch their third straight win.

Opals grind out gritty win over Japan

Australia held Japan to just four points in the last quarter to secure a ten-point win.

The rise and rise of the brilliant Borlase

Isobel Borlase is now showing her skills at the highest level and started strong in Istanbul.

Winning start for the Opals in Istanbul

The Opals secured their first win of the World Cup Qualifying campaign with a 91–65 victory over Argentina.

Opals Set for World Cup Qualifying Tournament in Türkiye

Australia begins the road to the World Cup, with the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup Qualifying Tournament tipping off in Türkiye from 11-18 March.