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In Leon, Mexico, the United States routed Brazil 102‑56 to set up a championship showdown with Canada, highlighted by strong performances from Taylen Kinney, Colben Landrew and Quentin Coleman.
Coach Nate Oats is using his position on the U18 national team to deepen ties with elite prospects, a strategy that has already attracted five‑star recruit Malachi Jordan to Alabama.
The 2026 USA Women’s U18 roster combines top‑ranked prospects and college commitments as the team eyes a twelfth consecutive gold medal at the FIBA U18 Women’s AmeriCup in Mexico.
Kansas Jayhawks welcome a diverse group of newcomers, from freshman Taylen Kinney to seasoned transfers, as they prepare for the upcoming season
In Mexico, the American squad rolled past Argentina, highlighted by Kinney's six points, five assists and a spectacular dunk assist.
Eight new pledges, including unrated lineman Abdus Kone and three‑star back Terrance Grant Jr., signal a aggressive recruiting push, while other Terps athletes shine in national trials and NCAA regionals.
In a candid conversation, Michigan State women's basketball coach Robyn Fralick discusses the team's progress, the arrival of top recruit Lilly Williams and the broader shifts shaping the sport.
Quentin Coleman’s debut performance propelled Team USA to an 88‑58 win over Argentina, setting up upcoming matches against Mexico and Brazil.
Freshman forward Kelsi Andrews has been selected for the USA Basketball U18 National Team that will compete in the FIBA U18 AmeriCup in Irapuato, Mexico, from June 9-15. The roster, guided by Notre Dame head coach Niele Ivey, features a blend of top recruits and experienced players aiming to extend the United States' record of 12 gold medals in the tournament.
Veteran NBA coach Mike Wells, longtime strength specialist Dave Richardson and program legend William Buford join head coach Jake Diebler, while Jamall Walker ascends to associate head coach.
The Jayhawks open their summer program with a diverse mix of players, aiming to build on a 24‑11 season while navigating the challenges of modern recruiting and budget constraints.
Taylen Kinney and Davion Adkins, both standout performers at the USA Basketball Under‑18 camp, are set to join the Kansas Jayhawks for the 2026‑27 season, bringing elite experience and high expectations to Lawrence.
The newly announced roster blends top prospects from the classes of 2026 and 2027, each bringing college commitments and impressive high school records as they prepare for the FIBA U18 AmeriCup.
Quentin Coleman, a recent high school graduate from St. Louis, has been selected for the USA Basketball U18 squad that will compete in the FIBA AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, from June 1‑7.
Two incoming Michigan State freshmen have been selected for the USA Basketball Men’s U18 National Team, joining a squad that seeks its eighth consecutive gold medal at the upcoming AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico.
Kansas freshman point guard Taylen Kinney has been selected for the 2026 USA Basketball Men's U18 National Team, preparing for the FIBA U18 Men's AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, after a standout performance in the Overtime Elite program.
Freshman forward Taylen Kinney receives his first national team selection, joining a USA Basketball roster steeped in tradition as it prepares for competition in Leon, Mexico.
Kansas freshman point guard Taylen Kinney has been selected for the USA Basketball U18 team that will contest the 2026 FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, from June 1‑7.
The Spartans welcome back a 7‑foot‑2 center and await the NBA decision of a standout point guard, even as a key wing departs for LSU.
Taylen Kinney, a five‑star recruit and McDonald's All‑American, was selected for the 2026 USA Basketball Men's U18 National Team after a training camp in Colorado Springs. The squad will compete in Leon, Mexico, with all games streamed live on the FIBA YouTube channel.
Fresh from a standout high school career, Bruce Branch III has been selected for the 2026 USA Basketball Men’s U18 National Team, setting the stage for his international debut at the FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico.
KU freshman Taylen Kinney's preseason claim materializes as he joins the 2026 USA Basketball Men’s Under‑18 Team bound for the FIBA AmeriCup in Mexico.
USA Basketball announces a 12‑player roster that includes Illinois freshman Quentin Coleman, who will compete in the FIBA U18 AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, from June 1‑7.
Quentin Coleman, a freshman guard from Illinois, has been selected to represent Team USA at the FIBA U18 AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, joining a roster of top prospects for a tournament that runs from June 1 to June 7.