Source: ASB
Calling all generous Kiwi, the pre-tournament ASB Classic Auction for Youthline is back, and every bid will help make a difference for young people across Aotearoa. This year’s line-up includes priceless ASB Classic memorabilia and experiences for your nearest and dearest’s Christmas stocking.
Items up for grabs include:
- Tennis shoes signed and worn by Naomi Osaka at the 2025 ASB Classic
- ASB Classic Women’s Final Experience, including meet and greet with winner
- An ultimate ASB Classic Getaway 5-star SkyCity stay, Lexus Luxury Drive & Men’s Semi-Final Experience
- Apple iPhone 16
- A $250 PTS x Nike Teamwear Voucher
The auction, supporting youth mental health charity Youthline, is now live on TradeMe until Sunday 21st December. A second round of auction items will go live during the tournament and run through to Sunday 18 January, with all funds raised going to Youthline.
For the fourth year running, Youthline is the official charity partner of the ASB Classic. Every dollar raised at the tournament will help Youthline deliver critical services, including its 24/7 Helpline that connects rangatahi with trained counsellors whenever they need support.
In addition, Youthline will benefit from Lobbo, the much-loved and iconic ball-throwing competition held during the ASB Classic. Spectators can purchase tennis balls and take part by tossing them from the stands toward targets on the court, with great prizes up for grabs. Weather permitting, Lobbo will be held on four days of the ASB Classic, Wednesday 7 Jan, Friday 9 Jan, Tuesday 13 Jan, and Thursday 15 Jan.
Shae Ronald, Youthline Chief Executive, says “We’re incredibly grateful to our Principal Partner ASB for their continued support of Youthline, and we’re stoked to be the official charity partner of the ASB Classic for the fourth year running. The funds raised through the tournament will directly support our 24/7 Helpline, ensuring young people across Aotearoa can access free, confidential support whenever they need it. Every bid makes a real difference to a young person’s wellbeing, and we thank everyone who gets involved for helping us be there when it matters most.”
Mark Graham, ASB Executive Manager Commercial Partnerships says “This year marks 30 years of the ASB Classic, and we’re proud to bring together two of our most important partners – the ASB Classic and Youthline – again for 2026. The support from everyone who took part helped us raise over $100,000 for Youthline last year, and we’re excited to see what this year’s auction and activities will achieve. We encourage everyone to get involved, whether that’s bidding on an incredible auction item or having a go at Lobbo during the tournament.”
To get involved and support a good cause, view the ASB Classic Auction for Youthline charity items on TradeMe here: https://www.trademe.co.nz/stores/ASB-Classic-Auction
