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Te Hapori.

The
Village.

It takes a village. This is ours — the people, partners, and brands carrying the journey. And how to join them.

Before the
final.
The haka · Before the final
Tū te ihi, tū te wehi.

Before the
final.

Before every final, the same ritual. The haka isn't a performance — it's a reminder of who we carry onto the court. Whakapapa first, then the work.

Watch the haka ↗
The Te Ratana Standard
Ko te pono, te whakaute, te kore taupatupatu.

Character is
Currency.

The Standard is our contract — with each other, with the village, and with anyone who lends us their name. Honesty, accountability, uncompromised. Five rules, non-negotiable.

01

Punctuality is professionalism

Ten minutes early. Always.

02

Respect for the craft

Zero ego, high intensity. Work then talk.

03

Academic + family first

Grades and home responsibilities come first.

04

Ownership of the grind

Analyze, adjust, no excuses.

05

Cultural humility

Carry yourself with mana, everywhere.

They say it takes a village, and we couldn't agree more. This page is dedicated to the incredible people, mentors, and businesses — both past and present — who have poured their time, energy, and support into our journey. From our generous sponsors to the individuals cheering us on from the sidelines, every name here has helped us. We are profoundly grateful for your belief in us.

East Bay Jellies
PJ & Krishna King
ABC Silverbacks
Lindsay Tait
St Kentigerns
Josh · Training Space
Josh Clark PT
Personal Training
Webster Basketball
Corey Webster
Brewerton Pumps
Shanon & Deanna
Kia Toa Wellness
Wellness Partner
Mana Mouthguards
Gear Partner
Franklin Bulls
Jamie
Cameron Bball Academy
Ray Cameron
Kia Photography
Media
Lei's by Mrs Te Ratana
In-house
The Blueprint · Coming soon
Ako me te kaiako Val.

Train with
Coach Val.

Auckland-based 1-on-1 and group shooting clinics with former Auckland Stars guard and Junior Tall Blacks specialist Val Te Ratana. Virtual shot analysis available worldwide.

Join the waitlist
Coach Val
For brands · Aligned with the Standard
E whā ngā huarahi.

Four ways
to run it.

Four ways to work with the Te Ratana whānau. Compliant by design (NCAA NIL, NZ Business) — the boys' visa status means commercial activity is run from NZ by Mum & Dad, transparently.

N° 01
Organic reviews
Arotake māmā

PR Packages.

Send the product. We try it. We tell the truth. Honest coverage on Diaries + socials when it earns it.

Deliverables
  • · 1 Diary mention
  • · 1 IG post
  • · 2 stories
N° 02
Content creation
Hanga ihirangi

UGC Gifting.

High-res photo + video assets you can use across your channels. We shoot it like we mean it.

Deliverables
  • · 12+ photos
  • · 3 short videos
  • · 12mo usage rights
N° 03
Paid placements
Tautoko utu

Sponsorships.

Featured slot on the Brothers page, dedicated Diaries column, or season-long apparel.

Deliverables
  • · Logo placement
  • · Diary feature
  • · Reels integration
N° 04
Long-term
Mahi tahi roa

Partnerships.

Year-long ambassadorship. You become part of the journey, with everything that means.

Deliverables
  • · Custom collab
  • · Quarterly campaigns
  • · Standard alignment
Get in touch
Tīmata te kōrero.

Start the
conversation.

Reply within 48 hours with our media kit and a fit assessment.

partnerships@teratana.com