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Eve Long, a highly touted basketball prospect, announced her commitment to Notre Dame, highlighting loyalty, a four‑year stay, and the program's championship outlook.
Head coach Niele Ivey leads the United States to its 12th consecutive FIBA U18 Women's AmeriCup gold, extending a historic coaching lineage while a new generation of talent shines on the international stage.
The United States posted a dominant 90‑72 win over Canada in the 2026 FIBA U18 Women’s AmeriCup, securing their 12th consecutive tournament victory and a milestone for Irish‑heritage coaches.
USA Basketball has revealed the finalists who will represent the United States in the 2026 FIBA U17 World Cup, scheduled to take place in Greece later this year.
The recent NBA Players Association Top 100 Camp in South Carolina highlighted top talent, including DeMarcus Henry’s dominant display and a host of prospects drawing attention from the University of Louisville and beyond.
Coach Micah Shrewsberry unveiled a refreshed staff, promoting Mike Farrelly to associate head coach and adding Tony Rack, Isaiah Thompson and Colin McGettigan to key roles.
Veteran scorer Kyle Guy steps onto the 3x3 stage in Vienna, bringing his shooting prowess and team‑first mindset to a USA Basketball‑supported campaign aimed at world‑class competition and Olympic aspirations.
Head coach Micah Shrewsberry revealed a series of promotions and new hires, including the elevation of Mike Farrelly to associate head coach and the addition of Tony Rack, Isaiah Thompson and Colin McGettigan to key roles.
Marissa Coleman’s upcoming induction honors a career that reshaped Maryland women’s basketball, from an NCAA title to international gold medals and a decade in the WNBA.
Tyler Johnson, a former NBA guard with a nine‑year pro career, will serve as assistant coach and director of player development, while Jackson Stepanian, a recent Rhode Island graduate, takes on the role of video coordinator.
After decommitting from Stanford, four‑star guard Jhaliana Guy receives a renewed scholarship offer from Iowa, highlighting her elite ranking and recent USA Basketball trials experience.
After decommitting from Stanford, five‑star prospect Jhaliana Guy receives a new scholarship offer from Iowa, highlighting her elite status and the Hawkeyes' aggressive recruiting
Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje, a 17‑year‑old seven‑foot forward, pledged to Duke University, bringing a rare blend of size, skill and international pedigree that has scouts already projecting a top‑ranked future.
With a deep talent pool and a storied unbeaten streak, the United States prepares to defend its U17 crown in Istanbul this summer.
The 2026 USA Basketball Men’s U17 National Team training camp in Colorado Springs brings together top high school seniors, six of whom already hold Kentucky offers, as the squad prepares for the FIBA U17 Men’s World Cup in Istanbul this summer.
Five‑star recruit Isaiah Hill has been invited to the USA Basketball U17 training camp, a stepping stone toward the FIBA U17 Men’s World Cup in Istanbul, where he could become the next Purdue player to shine internationally.
Kam Mercer, a top-ranked guard from Princeton High School, has been selected for the USA Basketball Men’s U17 National Team training camp, highlighting his rise, commitment to Cincinnati, and the team's historic dominance ahead of the Istanbul World Cup.
Kentucky's presence at the NBPA Top 100 Camp in South Carolina has yielded a high‑profile commitment from Ryan Hampton, underscoring Coach Mark Pope's resurgence in the 2027 recruiting class.
From five‑star recruit to ACC honoree, Mikel Brown Jr. combines elite scoring with a resilient spirit, while confronting the physical demands that could shape his professional trajectory.
Coach Pat Kelsey is building momentum for Louisville’s next class, landing Ferlandes Wright and courting a slate of elite prospects across the country.
Team USA edged Australia 21‑20 in a dramatic final in Poland, with LSU stars Mikaylah Williams and MiLaysia Fulwiley leading the charge. The victory marks the fourth U.S. title since 2012 and extends a winning streak that began in May.
South Carolina’s Joyce Edwards clinches her fourth gold medal at the 2026 FIBA 3×3 World Cup, while freshman Kelsi Andrews readies for the U18 AmeriCup in Mexico.
Joyce Edwards and Team USA completed a perfect tournament at the 2026 FIBA 3X3 World Cup, defeating Australia in a last‑second finish to claim gold and cement Edwards' place as the first Gamecock to medal at the 3X3 World Cup.
The United States completed an unbeaten run at the 2026 FIBA 3X3 World Cup, edging Australia 21‑20 in the final. Joyce Edwards, a four‑time international gold‑medalist, anchored the effort alongside a roster of rising stars.