New Zealand Women is the senior women's national basketball team of New Zealand, famously known as the Tall Ferns. They compete in the FIBA Women's Asia Cup and the Oceania region, with home games played in venues like the Trusts Arena in Auckland. The team was founded in the early days of New Zealand basketball, wearing the traditional all-black uniform with silver fern insignia. A peak era included multiple Oceania Championships and memorable appearances at the Olympic Games and FIBA World Cup, where their gritty defense and team chemistry shone. The modern era is led by core players from domestic and Australian WNBL competitions, aiming to consistently challenge Asian powerhouses. The team enjoys strong support from a nation proud of its sporting heritage. The Tall Ferns remain a respected and competitive force in women's international basketball.