All-Star Five Named

 MANGILAO (Guam) – the FIBA U15 Oceania Championship Women's All-Star Five has been announced with players from Australia, New Zealand, and Samoa featuring.

Jesse-May Hall - Australia

One of the top performers and points scores for the tournament, Hall averaged 25.3 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 3 assist for the tournament.  She led the way on-court with poise and composure, running plays and lifting her team-mates.  Her ability to find space and negotiate defensive exits was outstanding for a 5’55” guard.

Pahlyss Hokianga-Heather - New Zealand

New Zealand’s top performer, points scorer and leading assist per game, Hokianga-Heather was prolific throughout the tournament averaging 17.3 points, 7 rebounds and 5.5 assists.  One of the best point guards across all teams, Hokianga-Heather led her team from the front, showing on court leadership beyond her years.

Sienna Lehmann - Australia 

With a game average of 12.3 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 5 assists, Lehmann had a consistent tournament playing a pivotal role in Australia’s forward line-up.  Her ability to read the play and make good basketball decisions was evident as well her instinct to run structured and unstructured play depending on the circumstance.

L’Oreal Hiko - Samoa

Samoan Forward, Hiko was in the top three rebounders of the tournament and was the top performer for the team averaging 13 points, 11.2 rebounds and 2 assists.  Her power and presence under the rim at both ends had opposition teams scrambling to shut her down.

Sophie Taylor - Australia

Taylor was another important Australian forward who played consistent basketball every game to finish the tournament with an average of 8.7 points, 7.7 rebounds and 2.3 assists.  Her height and ability were valuable assets both ends of the court, significantly contributing to the powerful Australian structure.