Former Tall Black and New Zealand Breakers legend Dillon Boucher has left an indelible mark on New Zealand basketball, both on and off the court.
As a player, he was a critical member of the New Zealand Breakers squad that achieved an unprecedented three consecutive Australian National Basketball League (ANBL) championships from 2011 to 2013, making the Breakers the first New Zealand team to clinch an Australian championship in any sport. Dillon's prowess was also pivotal in the Tall Blacks' remarkable 2002 World Championships journey, where they defied expectations to finish fourth, placing ahead of the USA Dream Team. Spanning over a decade, Dillon's international career with the Tall Blacks saw him play in more than 100 games from 1999 to 2011.
With a record-breaking eight NBL titles across teams in Auckland and Waikato, Dillon solidified his reputation as one of the league’s most decorated players, being named Kiwi MVP and part of the All-Star Five in 2003. His professional journey took him to the ANBL, where he played for the Perth Wildcats and Brisbane Bullets before returning to the Breakers. Dillon continued his career with the Super City Rangers until 2018, transitioning soon after to serve as Director of Basketball for the Auckland Huskies in 2020.
Dillon’s leadership extends beyond the court. In 2021, he was appointed Chief Executive of Basketball New Zealand, where he has driven the sport’s growth and development nationally. His governance roles include board positions with NZ NBL and Drug Free Sport New Zealand, and he served as a trustee for the Sports Pathways Trust and the Aotearoa Sports Foundation Trust. Known for his drive and discipline, Dillon embodies his personal mantra, "To be the best, you have to face your hardest opponent – yourself," a principle he shares widely. Passionate about fostering talent and encouraging community involvement in sports, Dillon Boucher remains an influential figure in the New Zealand sports landscape.
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