
Slovenia Wins FIBA U20 EuroBasket Title After 22-Year Wait
Slovenia clinched the under-20 European championship with a dominant win over Serbia, while Spain secured bronze and several nations earned promotion.
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Slovenia clinched the under-20 European championship with a dominant win over Serbia, while Spain secured bronze and several nations earned promotion.

Slovenia captured its first FIBA U20 EuroBasket championship since 2003, defeating Serbia decisively while emerging players shine.

Slovenia ended a 22-year title drought with a commanding final win, while Mark Padjen earned MVP honors and five teammates made the All-Star Five.

Spain secured the bronze medal with a 65‑54 win over France, driven by standout contributions from Raúl Villar and Iker Garmendia.

A Madrid-born forward prepares for international competition after a standout season in Spain, joining a roster that blends NCAA talent with seasoned prospects.

Andrés Amón, a 7‑1 center from Madrid, is set to compete for Spain at the FIBA U20 Eurobasket Tournament and will soon begin his collegiate career at Siena.

Iker Garmendia and Raúl Villar, former Elon standouts, have been named to Spain’s U20 national team training camp ahead of the 2026 FIBA U20 EuroBasket in Ljubljana.