Kia ora, I'm Troy.

Troy McLean, head coach of MOVE, smiling and connecting with the viewer

I’m a coach, a former Tall Black, and a proud dad.

I grew up with a ball under my arm. Most days you’d find me at the old Newtown Basketball Stadium with my mates. No drills or coaches, just hooping. That’s where I learned to trust my game and back myself.

Since then, I’ve played over 300 NBL games, worn the Tall Blacks singlet, and coached at every level.

At MOVE, we teach kids to read the game, react fast, and play with confidence. No wasted reps. No gimmicks.

Every session builds faster thinking, sharper reactions, and confidence that shows on the court. We challenge players, adapt on the spot, and make every rep count.

If that’s the training you want for your child, let’s get to work.

My playing & coaching journey

    • Debuted for the Wellington Saints at 17 (1996)

    • Played 320 NBL games, including 258 consecutive appearances

    • Won four NBL championships (2003, 2010, 2011, 2021)

    • Tall Blacks debut in 2004

    • Silver medal at the 2006 Commonwealth Games

    • Assistant Coach, Wellington Saints (2019)

    • Head Coach (2022-2023), Lead Assistant Coach (2024)

    • 25+ years of playing & coaching experience

    • Now, I use everything I've learned to help young players train with purpose.