Andrew Gaze elevated to 'Legend' in Sport Australia Hall of Fame
The basketball great dedicates his highest honour to father Lindsay, reflecting on a shared legacy, lifelong values, and a deep love for the game.
www.australia.basketballHere’s the latest I could compile from publicly available news sources about Andrew Gaze.
- Andrew Gaze has been in the news for continuing his role with the Melbourne Tigers in the NBL1 South and for notable accolades in 2025, including being elevated to Legend status in the Sport Australia Hall of Fame. This marks a high point in his long-running contribution to Australian basketball.[2][3][8]
- In 2025, he guided the Melbourne Tigers to their first Grand Final appearance in the NBL1 South, furthering his reputation as a leading coach in the league.[1][2]
- His Legend induction into the Sport Australia Hall of Fame was announced in mid-2025, with formal celebrations planned later in the year; he dedicated the honor to his father Lindsay, reflecting on his family’s basketball legacy.[3][8][2]
- The Melbourne Tigers’ 2026 season continued under his leadership, with promotions and continued involvement at the coaching level, including work alongside his son Mason.[1][2]
Notes:
- The sources cited reflect recent coverage about his coaching role, Hall of Fame status, and Tigers’ performance in the 2025–2026 timeframe.[8][2][3][1]
- If you’d like, I can pull exact quotes, create a brief timeline, or summarize his impact on the Melbourne Tigers and Australian basketball in a quick briefing.
Would you like me to assemble a concise timeline or a one-page briefing with key milestones and where to read more?