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The FIBA 3x3 Europe Cup 2026 is set to unfold in Antwerp, Belgium, as the latest Power Rankings place Germany at the summit, driven by Fabian Giessmann, while Serbia, Latvia, the Netherlands, France, Belgium, Lithuania, Spain, Switzerland, Italy, Estonia and Ireland populate the field, promising a tournament filled with upsets and surprise performances.
Former WNBA star Shavonte Zellous has rejoined the University of Pittsburgh women’s basketball program as an assistant coach, reuniting her extensive professional background with the university’s developmental goals.
Israel's national basketball squad suffered a decisive 85‑70 defeat to Latvia in Riga, officially ending its World Cup qualification campaign after a series of inconsistent performances and coaching critiques.
A rising star with FIBA U16 EuroBasket MVP honors talks about his skill development, Cal's appeal, and his long‑term goals.
Kentucky will host 2028 forward Benjamin Berrouet, a four‑star recruit and FIBA Eurobasket MVP, from Oct. 9‑11, 2028, as the Wildcats assess his fit amid interest from Louisville, Kansas, Houston and Arkansas.
The newly formed girls hockey program at Atlantic Coast Academy made its debut with a competitive exhibition match in North Adams, featuring goalies from Seattle and Latvia, a Norwegian recruit’s RPI commitment, and a tribute to a local player battling leukemia.
Latvia captured its inaugural FIBA U16 EuroBasket crown, edging France 75-69 in a dramatic final, with Benjamin Berrouet named MVP.
The 18‑year‑old forward, a fourth‑round pick of the Sabres, will skip a year in the QMJHL to begin his college career at Boston College, where coaches hope the next two or three seasons will shape him into an NHL‑ready center.
The Bloomington Bison have announced the signings of Raivis Ansons and Evgeniy Oksentyuk, two prospects with NHL draft backgrounds and medal‑winning records on the world stage.
Eric Mulder, a former standout at Pella Christian and Iowa State, has signed with BK Liepāja in the Latvian‑Estonian Basketball League, marking the start of his professional basketball journey.
After years of underperformance, Georgia Tech has appointed Scott Cross, a coach known for his defensive rigor and player development, to lead a roster that blends size, experience, and fresh talent.
Slovenia clinched its inaugural U18 EuroBasket crown in Sofia, with Stefan Joksimovic named MVP as the top five teams booked their places at the 2027 U19 World Cup and promotion spots were reassigned.
The latest off‑season transfers see a Russian veteran back in the KHL, a Latvian prospect heading to the ECHL, and a North American netminder making the jump to the UK.
Midfielder Ivan Struk joins Siena Men's Soccer after a standout youth career in England and Latvia, adding depth to a program that captured its first conference title in 2025.
Mike Taylor, a coach with over two decades of international experience, has been hired as an assistant basketball coach at Florida Atlantic University for the 2026‑27 season.
A dominant performance by Nikola Dzepina and his teammates has propelled Serbia to an unbeaten start in the 2026 FIBA U20 EuroBasketball tournament, drawing praise from Coach Danny Sprinkle.
Slovenia captured its first FIBA U20 EuroBasket championship since 2003, defeating Serbia decisively while emerging players shine.
Sydney Carter, a former WNBA guard and 2011 Texas A&M national championship player, has been appointed assistant coach for Auburn's women's basketball program, adding a wealth of playing and coaching expertise.
The Boston Bruins have overhauled their prospect pool, blending European talent with collegiate standouts to build a roster that could soon contend for a Stanley Cup.
Wrexham Women's dramatic 4‑2 win over FC Pyunik marks the first European triumph for a Welsh women’s club, propelling them into the final and a possible tie with Europe’s heavyweight teams.
Merrimack College's recent Hockey East championship and Frozen Four run have set the stage for an ambitious recruiting class that blends domestic talent with international prospects.
Dovydas Buika, a 19‑year‑old Lithuanian guard, has pledged to Brigham Young University, joining a growing influx of overseas talent in the Cougars’ offseason lineup.
The opening match between the United States and Australia could decide Group A's top spot, while debutant Côte d'Ivoire eyes its first win.
Eduards Tralmaks has signed with the Edmonton Oilers after a 26‑goal AHL season, prompting a 5 million koruna deal for his rights in the Czech Extraliga and a new leadership role for Latvia in the European Nations Cup.