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Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Croatia will meet Slovenia in a preparatory friendly at Varteks Stadium, offering both teams a chance to fine‑tune tactics and assess key players.
The two European sides meet in a friendly at Vaduz's Rheinpark Stadium on Sunday, with Liechtenstein hoping to end a long win drought and Cyprus seeking to continue its upward momentum.
Jan Vide, a 6‑foot‑6 combo guard from Slovenia, has pledged to the University of Virginia for the 2026‑27 campaign, bringing a blend of scoring, playmaking and defensive flexibility to a backcourt that already features Chance Mallory and a host of other dynamic players.
The FIBA World Cup 2027 will be staged in Doha, Qatar, from August 27 to September 12, 2027, even as conflict rages in neighboring Iran. FIBA’s secretary general Andreas Zagklis says preparations are on schedule, while the NBA eyes the launch of NBA Europe in October 2027 and the participation of top NBA stars.
Gunars Grinvalds, a 6‑foot‑7 Latvian forward with EuroLeague experience, announced his commitment to UCLA, joining a roster that has seen mixed success with European players and will compete for minutes alongside returning veterans.
Virginia has secured a commitment from Slovenian guard Jan Vide, a move that strengthens the team's backcourt and aligns with coach Ryan Odom's strategy.
North Dakota State announced the addition of Elena Lazarevic, a 21‑year‑old forward with professional experience in Serbia and Slovenia, as part of its 2026 recruiting class.
An 18‑year‑old New Zealand guard pledges to Siena, bringing NBL experience, NBA Global Academy exposure and a fresh perspective from the Sky Broadband Rapid League.
Rutgers University announced the commitment of Slovenian forward Martin Tonejc, a move that strengthens the team's interior and reflects an ongoing strategy to blend international talent with domestic prospects.
An 18‑year‑old New Zealand prospect will bring his scoring prowess and international experience to Siena, where Coach Nevada Smith has assembled a diverse group of scholarship players.
The Saints have signed seven‑foot Spanish prospect Andrés Amón, a recent Spain U20 Eurobasket participant, to bolster their roster for the upcoming campaign.
Veteran NBA player Zaza Pachulia argues that American grassroots basketball needs a fundamental overhaul to stay competitive with an increasingly global talent pool.
The NCAA's eligibility framework is once again under the spotlight, as the organization grapples with how to treat international athletes who arrive on campus with professional experience.
Coach Kenny Brooks believes the Wildcats' blend of experienced transfers, McDonald's All‑Americans and returning sharpshooters could make them one of the nation's most potent shooting teams.
From June 1 to 9, the United States Under‑21 men’s national team will hold a training camp in Slovenia, facing Ukraine and Uzbekistan as part of U.S. Soccer’s push to give Olympic‑eligible players competitive experience.
Two Boston Bruins players returned with gold medals from the 2026 IIHF World Championships, while a host of other Bruins prospects contributed significantly across competing nations.
The Gators' aggressive global scouting has landed promising players from Down Under, Europe and the Baltics, reshaping the roster ahead of the upcoming season.
Luka Doncic, the NBA standout, has acquired a stake in Vanoli Cremona, aiming to bring the team to Rome and influence the NBA's European expansion plans.
Luka Doncic, celebrated for his All‑NBA First Team selection, is turning his basketball ambitions toward European ownership, targeting a move that could reshape the continent’s role in the NBA’s expanding vision.
A consortium led by NBA star Luka Doncic and former Mavericks GM Donnie Nelson has bought Vanoli Cremona, with plans to move the club to Rome and compete in a forthcoming European league backed by the NBA and FIBA.
Luka Dončić, part of a consortium that bought Italy’s Vanoli Cremona, plans to move the team to Rome and compete in the NBA’s European league initiative, a dream tied to his roots in Slovenia and his career at Real Madrid.
A new wave of international players is set to make their mark at the upcoming NHL Draft, highlighting the sport’s expanding footprint.
Kentucky Women's Basketball has secured the commitment of former WNBA first‑round pick Ajša Sivka for the 2026‑27 season. Her unique path through professional drafts, NCAA rules and international competition highlights the evolving eligibility landscape for global athletes.
A look at the newest additions to NC State's basketball squad, their projected roles and the competition shaping the team's frontcourt and backcourt.