Freshman guard Jeremiah Minus, a Brockton native, helped his club team PhD Hoops USA capture gold at the United World Games in Austria, defeating Team Quebec of Canada 34‑21 in the championship match.
The competition, which gathers young athletes from multiple continents, forced Minus to adapt to FIBA rules — a college‑level three‑point line, smaller courts and balls without corners — challenging him to adjust his technique and decision‑making on the fly.
A Lesson in Adaptation
Facing unfamiliar regulations, Minus embraced the learning curve, noting that the discipline required by FIBA’s standards will inform his preparation for future competitions.
Looking Ahead
With his high school season on the horizon and a schedule packed with AAU showcases, Minus is poised to translate the lessons from Austria into tangible performance on the court, aiming to leave a lasting imprint on both his school and the broader basketball community.
Across a six‑hour time difference, his mother, Arlene Carter, watched every minute of the action, remarking that the experience matured him into a more disciplined young man.
Back in Massachusetts, Minus is slated to influence the varsity team at New Heights Charter School of Brockton this winter, while also competing on the AAU circuit, with upcoming events in Las Vegas and Manalapan, New Jersey.
He described the tournament as an exciting opportunity to play with new teammates and to experience different cultures, a lesson he says will shape his approach to the game moving forward.