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🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Sports School as a Social Enterprise: Rarely Used Opportunities in Talsi

The article discusses how the social enterprise status of the Talsi Sports School allows it to attract additional funding while addressing the challenges of operating in a declining population.

Mar 23 • 07:35 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Sports

A new face among 'Žalgiris': T. Masiulis' comments

T. Masiulis' team convincingly defeated Šiauliai 94-65, emphasizing the tough competition they faced during the game.

Mar 22 • 20:12 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Confirmed Coaches for Lithuania's Basketball Youth Teams

Lithuania has announced the coaches for its U16 girls' basketball team, with Deimantas Vailionis at the helm for the upcoming European Championship in Romania.

Mar 20 • 12:52 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The first season of FUTURE IS NOW concluded with great fanfare in Zapyškys

The FUTURE IS NOW championship ended successfully in Zapyškys, with teams from various Lithuanian cities competing for the title.

Mar 19 • 09:57 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

N. Williams-Goss's Son Took on a 1-on-1 Challenge

N. Williams-Goss participated with his children on the basketball court, sharing insights about his son's love for the sport and his own early experiences in basketball.

Mar 16 • 20:12 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Robert Kangur participated in the Euroleague youth tournament

Robert Kangur, a player from the Estonian U18 basketball national team, participated in the Euroleague youth tournament held in Bologna, Italy over the weekend.

Mar 16 • 10:52 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Sports

The multiplication of 3x3 basketball

Spain's recent successes in 3x3 basketball are boosting its popularity, especially among younger audiences.

Mar 15 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

The coach accused of sexual assaults on two minors defends that he did not see “a crime” in the relationships

A basketball coach in Spain faces up to 43 years in prison for sexual abuse of minors, arguing that he did not see his actions as criminal consent.

Mar 12 • 14:35 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

V. Gecevičius – on his son's career, R. Kurtinaitis, and the path of a sports collector

Lithuanian basketball personality V. Gecevičius discusses his experiences in basketball, his son's career, and his current role in coaching.

Mar 10 • 13:37 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

LBAP: Latvian sports returns to 'survival mode' after the Olympic festivities

Following the Olympic Games, the Latvian sports system grapples with funding issues and the need to prioritize youth sports participation over niche sports.

Mar 10 • 08:56 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Why does Yao Ming, the 7ft 6in ex-basketballer, attend China’s Two Sessions meetings?

Yao Ming, the well-known retired basketball player, stands out among the delegates at China’s National People's Congress for his stature and his commitment to representing sports and youth interests in China.

Mar 5 • 01:56 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Sports

Adamson shined at the unfinished Euroleague youth tournament

Sten Markus Adamson's Kaunas Žalgiris U-18 team performed well in the Euroleague youth tournament in Abu Dhabi before it was halted due to the outbreak of conflict in the region.

Mar 3 • 18:20 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Kalev/Cramo Enhanced Its Roster in an Unusually Positive Way

Kalev/Cramo has signed 18-year-old Estonian guard Marten Alles for the remainder of the season as he returns from playing high school basketball in the U.S.

Mar 2 • 15:56 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Heino Enden – world champion in basketball and in business

Heino Enden, a notable figure in Estonian basketball, transitioned from a serious illness in his youth to becoming a world champion, showcasing strong confidence and risk-taking in his career.

Mar 2 • 12:47 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Žalgiris youth team still stuck in Abu Dhabi: received unpleasant news

The Žalgiris youth team is stranded in Abu Dhabi due to a recent military escalation involving Iran, leading to canceled flights and a closed airspace.

Mar 1 • 16:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

Estonian youth basketball player was at a tournament in Abu Dhabi during the rocket attack

A youth basketball tournament in Abu Dhabi was canceled due to a rocket attack initiated by Iran, impacting a participating Estonian player.

Mar 1 • 12:47 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Sports

Grīnvalds' impressive performance in the Youth Euroleague qualification matches

Latvian basketball player Gunārs Grīnvalds had a strong showing in the Youth Euroleague qualifiers, helping his team, Real Madrid U-18, secure two victories in Abu Dhabi.

Feb 27 • 18:52 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Álvaro Cárdenas: “My very different path has shaped my personality”

Álvaro Cárdenas, a young basketball player who has not participated in Spain's top league but has reached the national team, discusses his unique journey.

Feb 27 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Sports

Gym: "I love dribbling but at 15 I was very slow. Emotions? I don’t have time"

The article discusses the perspective of a young athlete who reflects on his performance during his teenage years, particularly focusing on his skills in dribbling and the lack of emotional investment due to time constraints.

Feb 26 • 23:01 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The City Council Increases Support for the Riga Marathon. It Will Also Support Youth Hockey and Basketball Tournaments

The Riga City Council has significantly increased its financial support for the Riga Marathon and youth sports events.

Feb 26 • 13:19 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Young people with disabilities continue to participate in the organization of the Latvian basketball team’s games

Youth with disabilities will continue to assist in organizing the Latvian men's basketball team's games, as confirmed by the Latvian Basketball Union (LBS).

Feb 25 • 13:09 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Sports

R. Kondratavičius before the upcoming EuroLeague youth tournament: 'It provides players with improvement'

R. Kondratavičius discusses his team's preparation and strategy ahead of the EuroLeague youth tournament in Abu Dhabi.

Feb 24 • 18:07 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Riga plans to support the European Youth Basketball League Super Final with 60,000 euros

The Riga City Council has approved a budget of 60,000 euros to host the European Youth Basketball League (EYBL) Super Final for U14, U15, U16, and U20 age groups this year.

Feb 23 • 11:02 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Sports

Ekezie junior claims Defensive MVP award at All-Star camp

Obinna Ekezie junior was awarded Defensive MVP at the Basketball Without Borders All-Star Camp in Los Angeles, showcasing top African basketball talent.

Feb 21 • 00:34 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Sports

Euroleague club fiasco: referees pelted with lighters and a crushing cup defeat

Partizan basketball team experienced a humiliating defeat against the youth team Mega and faced fan violence during the match.

Feb 20 • 22:09 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Rytas has strengthened its system with a talented Bulgarian

Lithuanian basketball club Rytas has signed Bulgarian player Kaloyan Balkandzhiev, who showcased significant talent while playing in Spain and for the Bulgarian youth national team.

Feb 17 • 12:38 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Diamantidis resigned from the Hellenic Basketball Federation – The reasons that led him to this decision

Dimitris Diamantidis has resigned from his position at the Hellenic Basketball Federation after collaborating with them since 2022.

Feb 16 • 12:55 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Sports

Vince Carter's youth team won the All-Star game tournament, MVP was a 76ers player

Vince Carter's youth team clinched the All-Star game tournament victory, with Philadelphia 76ers player VJ Edgecombe named MVP.

Feb 14 • 11:36 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Sports

I. Štombergas and M. Brnovičius will participate in the elite "Basketball Without Borders" camp

Two young basketball talents have been selected to take part in the prestigious "Basketball Without Borders" camp, featuring 40 athletes from around the globe.

Feb 11 • 13:48 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Black History Month: Community Y and the role it plays in north-end Halifax

The Community YMCA in north-end Halifax emphasizes education and basketball to empower local youth, particularly during Black History Month.

Feb 10 • 17:03 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Sports

Aizpurs will participate in the NBA All-Star Game program's included camp

Latvian basketball player Ričards Aizpurs will participate in the NBA's Basketball Without Borders camp in Los Angeles this weekend.

Feb 10 • 05:37 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Sports

S. Štomberg's son invited to prestigious basketball camp

S. Štomberg's son has been invited to participate in the elite 'Basketball Without Borders' camp in Los Angeles during NBA All-Star Weekend.

Feb 9 • 15:05 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Sports

Jeremy Goje: The 15-year-old 'giant' at 2.31m who makes basketball seem like a child's play! Watch the video

Fifteen-year-old Canadian Jeremy Goje, standing at 2.31 meters, delivers an astounding performance with 46 points and 19 rebounds in a single game, discussing his extraordinary height.

Feb 6 • 15:45 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Sports

I am 15 years old, 231 cm tall and dominate under the basket: Sometimes I wish to disappear

Fifteen-year-old Jeremy Gohier, standing at an impressive 231 cm, is making waves in the basketball community with his exceptional skills and mobility, scoring 46 points in a recent game.

Feb 6 • 07:52 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Sports

Support for Young Lithuanian Basketball Players by LKL and Women's League

The LKL and Women's League have decided to support the growth of young athletes in Lithuania by contributing to the activities of the Lithuanian students' basketball league (LIDL-MKL) and motivating emerging talents.

Feb 3 • 10:10 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Fox News Digital's News Quiz: January 16, 2026

This week's Fox News Digital News Quiz challenges readers with questions about a GOP lawmaker's clash with Dr. Nisha Verma, a brawl at a Catholic youth basketball game, and a congressional hearing, along with various news events including the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.

Jan 16 • 11:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Parents erupt into massive brawl during Catholic youth basketball game in Staten Island

A shocking video captured parents engaged in a significant brawl during a Catholic youth basketball game in Staten Island, New York, on December 20.

Jan 15 • 03:06 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Comic for the Handball World Championship: Juri Knorr and Andreas Wolff Get Duckified

The German national goalkeeper Andreas Wolff is humorously portrayed as a duck alongside other athletes like basketball players Franz and Moritz Wagner in a special comic edition aimed at promoting handball ahead of major sporting events.

Jan 14 • 14:09 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Sports

Spain nationalizes the forward Rhys Selby Robinson, 15 years old and jewel of Madrid

Spain has quickly nationalized 15-year-old American basketball forward Rhys Selby Robinson, who is considered one of the prized prospects from Real Madrid's youth academy.

Jan 14 • 11:39 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Sports

The Trapani Case and the Crime of Stealing Dreams from Young People

The article discusses a basketball match involving four young players who were left to play alone, resulting in the game being halted due to a lack of players, and highlights the impact of such situations on their development and aspirations.

Jan 12 • 07:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Sports

Josep Maria Izquierdo, assistant to Obradovic: 'Today's youth want everything, now and because they feel entitled'

Josep Maria Izquierdo reflects on the values of today's youth, emphasizing their sense of entitlement and desire for immediate results.

Jan 11 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Sports

Only one player remained on the field

The Italian basketball team's game against Hapoel Holon turned into a farce after Trapani entered with just five players, leading to a situation where only two young players were left on the court.

Jan 7 • 07:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Sports

Great Croatian talent (15) about life in Real Madrid: 'At 10:30 PM we hand in our phones, and here’s how we wake up'

The article discusses the life of a 15-year-old Croatian basketball talent at Real Madrid, emphasizing his development rather than his potential future as a star player.

Jan 4 • 09:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Sports

The surrealistic journey of James Nnaji, the Barcelona youth player chosen in the NBA Draft who ends up in university

James Nnaji, a 21-year-old Nigerian pivot who did not debut in the NBA, has signed with the Baylor Bears in an unprecedented case within the NCAA.

Dec 30 • 04:30 UTC

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