The Pillars Behind the Jets

The Jets Founding Partners are a unique group of business leaders who made a long-term commitment to professional basketball in the Manawatū. Their collective support provides the stability and foundation required to operate the Jets as a full-time professional organisation, not just a seasonal team.

Because of their belief in the vision, we are able to:

• Operate year-round

• Recruit and retain high-quality talent

• Invest in high-performance standards

• Strengthen commercial capability

• Deliver consistent community engagement

• Build sustainable pathways for the future

Their commitment ensures the Jets are structured, resourced, and positioned to grow -  both on and off the court.

Our Founding Partners are not simply backers.  They are stakeholders in the long-term success of professional basketball in our region.

Their leadership allows the Jets to:

• Plan strategically

• Operate professionally

• Compete nationally

• Represent Manawatū with pride

They enable us to focus on performance, development, and delivering value to our fans, sponsors, and community.

The Jets exist because of belief and our Founding Partners have helped us turn that belief into action.

We are deeply grateful for their vision, loyalty, and commitment.