The Australian Boomers, a powerhouse in the FIBA Asia Cup competition, will face the formidable Korean team in what promises to be a high-stakes and intense matchup.
In a slam-dunk for basketball lovers in Bendigo, the Australian Boomers are set to grace the Red Energy Arena for a face-off against South Korea in the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 qualifying game.
Regional fans, thanks to the Allan Labor Government’s Regional Events Fund through Visit Victoria, will have the front-row privilege of witnessing the Boomers in action on Thursday, 22nd February 2024.
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The last time the Boomers played in Bendigo was in August last year, triumphing over Iran with a scoreline of 98-68 in front of an electrified sea of green and gold. Bendigo, renowned as a basketball hub, proudly claims Dyson Daniels, currently making waves in the NBA and representing Australia on the international stage.
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This game is not just a win for local fans but also an opportunity to showcase Bendigo and the Goldfields to a global audience, with millions set to tune in to the internationally broadcasted match.
The Regional Events Fund, in action since 2016, has played a pivotal role in supporting over 350 events across the state, attracting visitors to regional Victoria and contributing to local economies.
Australia, the reigning champion of the Asia Cup with victories in 2017 and 2022, aims to secure its qualification for the upcoming tournament.
Tickets for the Boomers’ Bendigo game are on sale now via Ticketek.
