Kiwi basketball stalwart Dillon Boucher has quit as general manager of the NZ Breakers.
The 43-year-old has been in the role since 2016, overseeing a change in ownership that has seen a shift in the club's culture.
- RJ Hampton talks New Zealand, NBL and rugby
- Basketball: NBA prospect RJ Hampton signs for the New Zealand Breakers
- ANBL: Breakers buoyant over RJ Hampton 'experiment'
- ANBL: RJ Hampton ready to lead NZ Breakers back into title picture
Boucher had a decorated career as a player, representing the Tall Blacks from 2001 through to 2008, including New Zealand's stellar semi-final run at the 2002 world championship.
The New Plymouth native also had a long stint with the Breakers as a player in the Australian NBL.
"I have poured my heart and soul into this club, both on the court and off the court," Boucher told TVNZ. "It's part of my DNA, it's part of who I am and it will always be part of who I am.
"It's a very sad day, but I feel comfortable with my decision."
Boucher's departure from the club comes during a period of major change at the club.
Rookie coach Kevin Braswell was axed just over a month ago, with experienced European coach Dan Shamir appointed to the new executive position of director of basketball. Shamir, who has links with former Tall Black Kirk Penny, will coach the side in the upcoming season.
The club has also invested in youth, signing 2020 NBA draft prospect RJ Hampton, while an overhaul of the roster has seen former Oklahoma City Thunder guard Scotty Hopson join the franchise.
Newshub.
