Help Levi Kioa Represent NZ at Melbourne & USA Basketball Tours

$320 donated

Given by 7 generous donors in around 4 months

Helping 14-year-old basketball talent Levi Kioa get to the Eltham Dandenong Tournament and the USA Tour as he works toward the NBA.

Auckland

Levi Kioa is a dedicated 14-year-old athlete who has worked tirelessly to become one of the top young basketball players on the Hibiscus Coast and at Orewa College. His dream is to one day play in the NBA, & every day he trains, competes, & pushes himself to grow his skills & earn opportunities at higher levels.

Levi's major milestones so far:

🏆 2025 Junior Sportsperson of the Year – Orewa College

🏆 2025 MVP – Orewa College Senior Prems

🏆 MVP – U16 Reps – Div A Coast

🏆 2024 Junior Player of the Year – Coast

🏆 2024 MVP – U14 Reps – Coast

🏀 Youngest player in history to score for the Orewa College Senior Prems

Levi has been selected to compete in the Eltham Dandenong Junior Basketball Tournament in Melbourne, one of the largest and longest-running junior tournaments in the world.

He has also been selected for the USA Basketball Tour, where players gain immersive exposure to American high-school and collegiate-level basketball. This tour provides elite coaching, fast-paced competition, & opportunities for standout NZ athletes to be seen at the next level.

These tournaments offer life-changing experiences but come with significant costs, including travel, accommodation, & tournament fees. We are fundraising to help Levi attend both Melbourne & the USA Tour so he can continue growing & pursuing his dream.

Every contribution—big or small—directly supports Levi’s journey & helps a young athlete from our community keep aiming for the highest level. Thank you for supporting Levi’s dream.

Emily Blake's involvement (page creator)

I am Levi’s mum, supporting him through his training, tournaments, and development as he works toward reaching the highest level in basketball.

Use of funds

Funds will go toward Levi’s travel, accommodation, tournament fees, uniforms, and training costs for the Eltham Dandenong Tournament and the USA Basketball Tour. Any extra will support his ongoing development and basketball expenses.

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