Basketball KTN

Our Basketball KTN presentation was successfully delivered at the Round Table “Social Participation, Networks & Knowledge Transfer in Youth Basketball” on 5 December 2025 at the Grand Hotel Palace in Thessaloniki, during the 25th HSASMR Conference.

A full overview of the project and its results is available at www.basketball-KTN.eu.

We extend our sincere thanks to Eleni Anoyrkati (Coventry University) for moderating the session and leading the project proposal, and to our speakers Spiliakos Harris (Hellenic Basketball Federation) and Saša Jakovljević (University of Belgrade) for their impactful contributions.

Appreciation also goes to Project Manager Giannis Tsiaras and all our partner representatives:

Italy
• Gianpaolo Mastromarco – President, Piemonte Regional Basketball Federation
• Marco Bussoli – Senior Team Coach & Youth Sector Manager, Basketball College

Spain
• Fernando Garcia Alhambra – Executive Member, Castile-La Mancha Basketball Federation

Ukraine
• Гуцуляк Ліліана – Administrative Affairs Supervisor, Youth Science Sports Healthy Movement of Ukraine
• Yaroslav Galan – Head of the Organization

Serbia
• Radivoj Mandić – Associate Professor, University of Belgrade
• Dejan Kontić – PR Manager, Basketball Federation of Serbia

Together, we continue strengthening a sustainable European network that supports young athletes and promotes social participation in basketball.

We are excited to invite you to the Basketball-KTN Round Table Discussion on Social Participation, Networks & Knowledge Transfer in Youth Basketball! 🏀🌍

📅 5 December 2025
🕔 17:00
📍 Grand Hotel Palace, Thessaloniki

Together with experts and representatives from the basketball federations of Greece, Serbia, Spain, Italy & Ukraine, we’ll discuss:
✔️ Challenges in children’s participation in basketball
✔️ Social inclusion through sport
✔️ European synergies in grassroots basketball
✔️ The role of EU projects in youth sport development

Learn more: www.basketball-KTN.eu
➡️ Register at the link:
https://www.elleda.gr/συνέδρια/25ο-συνέδριο-διοίκησης-αθλητισμού-και-αναψυχής

🧠 Ballhandling talk on Basketball KTN Forum!
Coaches and players are sharing ideas, drills, and methods to improve control, creativity, and confidence with the ball 🏀✨

From fundamentals to advanced techniques — it’s all about developing smarter, more skillful players ready to make a difference on the court.

Join the conversation 👇
🔗 https://basketball-ktn.eu

💬 Basketball KTN Forum in action!
Discussions are heating up around supplementation, recovery, and healthy lifestyle habits for basketball players 🏀💪

From nutrition timing to practical advice from experts — it’s all about helping athletes perform better, recover smarter, and stay healthy throughout the season.

Join the conversation 👇
🔗 https://basketball-ktn.eu

🏀 Basketball KTN Forum — a space where coaches, players, and sport professionals come together to share ideas, exchange experiences, and build the future of European basketball.

💡 From innovation in youth training to community projects and sport values, the Forum connects passion with progress.

🔗 Learn more: https://basketball-ktn.eu

🏀 Bovio League – First Stage!
On Sunday, young players from small-town clubs came together for the first stage of the Bovio League — a unique event designed to compete, learn, and grow beyond club borders.

Participants were mixed into blended teams, encouraging teamwork, fair play, and new friendships. Families also joined in, learning about the Basketball KTN project, its goals, and opportunities through presentations and Q&A sessions.

The day ended with a group photo and an invitation to enjoy the Serie B game together — a perfect way to extend community spirit, share conversations, and celebrate basketball. 🏀✨

🎯 Pass like a pro!

Great passing isn’t just about accuracy—it’s about timing, vision, and teamwork. Focus on:
✅ Chest passes, bounce passes, and overhead passes
✅ Quick decision-making under pressure
✅ Reading your teammate and the defense
✅ Moving with the ball to create openings

Train hard, pass smart, and watch your game level up! 🏀🔥

🏀 Basketball KTN DAY in Chiavenna (So), Lombardia!

An inspiring day of youth training and knowledge-sharing with local coaches. The club proudly supported the project, fostering growth, teamwork, and the exchange of training programs in the youth sector. 💪✨

🏀 Building the Basics!
This training focused on learning and improving fundamental basketball skills — stance, dribbling, and passing. Special attention was given to dribbling fundamentals, starting from simple ball-control drills — stationary dribbles, low-high rhythm changes, and crossover coordination — to help players develop control and confidence with the ball.

Through demonstrations and active practice, participants worked on the proper ex*****on of every movement.🏀🏀🏀
Strong foundations are where great players begin. 💪