AFRICA: The NBA has closed its only elite training academy on the African continent, ending a programme that had provided high-level basketball development opportunities for young players.
Academy operated in Senegal
Reuters reported that the academy has closed less than a decade after its launch. The programme had recruited talented young athletes from across Africa and provided coaching, education and exposure to international basketball pathways.
The closure is a setback for players seeking structured elite development without leaving the continent at an early stage.
African basketball continues to grow
Basketball’s popularity and talent base in Africa have expanded significantly, supported by the Basketball Africa League and growing international scouting. The academy’s closure raises questions about how elite youth development will be supported going forward.
Follow African sports news at NewsNationOnline. Source: Reuters.
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