Ireland look abroad as kit deal boosts finances

Irish basketball has taken its first tentative steps towards a return to senior international action.

Basketball Ireland yesterday announced a deal with leisurewear suppliers Macron for the international programmes. The deal ensures eight underage international teams will continue to participate over the next three years.

The U16 boys’ and girls’ teams will play abroad this year while the other six teams will travel to games over the next 18 months as a result of the financial support from Macron.