Basketball
How to play at a professional level? with Roger Esteller
We had the opportunity to exchange with Roger Esteller on how to play at a professional level, specifically on how to focus one’s mind to
ITW Guillaume Mesnival : “We were able to contact and sign 2 players this summer that we met on Sportiw!”
Vice-president of the CS Bayeux Basketball (NM3 in France), Guillaume Mesnival was able to find 2 players this summer on Sportiw to complete his squad for the 2023/2024 season! Back to his testimonial…
adidas Breaking Barriers and Sportiw are Back to Boost Girls’ Careers in Sports
adidas Breaking Barriers and Sportiw are back for their yearly contest to help girls boost their sports careers! After a successful first year, we will once again be helping European athletes better connect to career resources via adidas and the Sportiw platform.
The adidas Breaking Barriers Project x Sportiw: A Launching Pad for Women Athletes’ Careers!
Thanks to a collaboration with the adidas Breaking Barriers Project, Sportiw contributed to the career development of several dozen women athletes troughout Europe. Let’s discover their portraits…
Basketball: Physical preparation before the resumption of the 2023/24 season
Stéphane Ruiz, the current coach of Aix Maurienne in Pro B, shares with Sportiw his valuable advice for physical preparation for basketball for the new season…
Jean-Christophe Nzambi: “We’ve launched the first women’s training center in the Paris area!”
Launched just over a year ago, the Mont Valérien Basket training center is the first dedicated women’s basketball center in the Paris region. The aim is to do everything possible to help the players develop further, on both a sporting and a human level. Its manager, Jean-Christophe Nzambi, tells us all about it…
Basketball: Mentally preparing for the 2023/24 season
In the world of sport, physical preparation has long been obvious to achieve optimal performance. However, more and more athletes and coaches are becoming aware of the vital importance of mental preparation. Beyond physical abilities, the mind plays a decisive role in an athlete’s success. Sportiw gives you 3 tips to prepare yourself mentally for the 2023/24 season.
Basketball Europe 23/24: The calendar for the major leagues!
The basketball season in Europe is about to resume! The most competitive championships on the continent will soon begin! Sportiw gives you an overview of the resumption dates of the main basketball championships in Europe.
From Nigeria to France, via the USA: Chukwuma’s international career…
In a recent interview with Chukwuma, we had the privilege of discovering his remarkable career from high school to his upcoming signing with a French basketball club. Chukwuma’s story serves as an inspiring tale for young players willing to play abroad.
FIBA 2023 European Youth Championships
Every year, the best young talents on the continent come together to participate in the prestigious FIBA European Youth Championships. In 2023, the event promises
Basketball & Nutrition: The importance of good nutrition for players
Discover the advice of Ignacio Escribano, basketball coach and nutritionist, on the importance of nutrition to optimize your performance on the field. Adequate nutrition provides
Join the Trenchwork Sports basketball camp and train with elite NBA and Euroleague coaches!
Kyle Hines, professional basketball player in the club of the Olimpia Milan, talks to us about the “Trenchwork Sports” camp. He testifies of the benefits this camp can have on a player and his career!
Quai 54 – Biggest Streeball Championship in France
Quai 54, is back on July 1 and 2, 2023. The Streetball World Championship is ready to thrill the scene of basketball, hip-hop and urban
Adidas Next Generation Tournament 2022/2023: the program!
The Euroleague Basketball Adidas Next Generation Tournament is set to take place in Kaunas from May 18 to 21. Let’s discover all the details and the program…
Víctor Revenga : “Sportiw enabled me to find a club”
After starting his pre-season in Ireland, Victor Revenga arrived in France to join CahorSauzet Basket. He tells us about his experience as an international basketball
JDA Dijon Basket x Sportiw, a new partnership!
The JDA Dijon Basketball (French first division club) and Sportiw join forces! A new partnership with a mythical club of French basketball and European top level!
Basketball: The 2027 FIBA World Cup will take place in Qatar!
The FIBA announced this morning that the 2027 edition of the World Cup of Basketball has been awarded to Qatar!
Igokea wins the Youth Basketball Champions League!
Igokea won the first-ever Youth Basketball Champions League title by defeating the host team Tofas 73-66! Back on this remarkable performance…
Sydney Kings, 2022/2023 NBL Champions!
The Sydney Kings preserve their title of Australian champion! Thanks to their win over the New Zealand Breakers (77-69) in Game 5, the club led by Chase Buford wins its second consecutive title!
Lille Métropole Basket x Sportiw !
Sportiw associated with a new second French Division club: Lille Métropole Basket! Currently 4th of Pro B and in race for the rise in first division, the “redgiants” decided to rely on Sportiw to innovate in their recruitment process!
Basketball Africa League, is coming back in 2023
The Basketball Africa League (BAL) is back for a third edition in 2023! Became an essential event for African basketball, the BAL shall offer us
Aix Maurienne x Sportiw : a local partnership !
Aix Maurienne Savoie Basket, French second division club (Pro B), is partnering with Sportiw to innovate in its recruitment process!
World Cup 2023: the 32 qualified countries!
Discover the 32 countries qualified for the 2023 World Cup, which will be held from August 25 to September 10 in Japan, Philippines and Indonesia…
JL Bourg & Sportiw join forces !
Sportiw is proud to announce its new partnership with the JL Bourg, club of the French basketball elite!
Tournament Centenario FEB
On August 11, 12 and 13, 2023, the FEB Centennial Tournament will take place at the Palacio de Deportes Jose Maria Martin Carpena, Malaga (Spain). The tournament will feature the best players of the current basketball national teams. The high-level matches will serve as training for the Basketball World Cup 2023. Sportiw tells you all about the tournament.
Find your next basketball camp on Sportiw!
To combine basketball, vacations and conviviality, what better than a camp? For you, Sportiw has referenced more than 100 camps that will take place soon! So, if you are between 8 and 20 years old, don’t wait any longer and discover it in details in our article…
Emmanuel Mavomo: “In the top level, you have to keep pushing your limits!”
His atypical career, his participation at the NBA Summer League, the growth of basketball on the African continent… Emmanuel Mavomo, coach of the Democratic Republic of Congo, spoke to Sportiw in a fascinating interview!
Tom Politi – FIBA Agent : “Having all players’ informations compiled clearly on a single page is great!”
Tom Politi, FIBA licensed agent from the UK, explains to Sportiw the many advantages of the platform for an agent and talks about the relationship he has with his players.
Ilija Ramljak : FIBA Agent “I’ve signed players thanks to Sportiw!”
Basketball agent for many years, Ilija Ramljak uses Sportiw a lot. He talks about what it brings him and the opportunities it offers him! Back on
Finalize your recruitment thanks to Sportiw!
The end of September is approaching and the 2022/2023 season has already started for some of you! Who says beginning of season, also says needs of readjustments in urgency…
All about the 2022 EuroBasket!
The key dates, the draw of the groups, the favorites, the players to follow… Find all the latest information on the EuroBasket 2022, which starts in less than a week!
ITW Mental Preparation with Erwan Pottier
Discover the advices of Erwan Pottier, former basketball coach and now mental coach! He gives us the keys to prepare yourself mentally !
The NBA Summer League 2K23 is coming soon!
The “NBA Summer League” will be held from July 7 to 17 in Las Vegas! Most of the new 2022 rookies are expected! Back on the program of this 2K23 edition!
The “Trenerska klinika Mostar” coming soon in Mostar!
The “Trenerska klinika Mostar” will be held on June 11 in Mostar. This basketball event will gather coaches, agents.. Discover the program!
“LF Challenge”, a successful first edition!
Inaugurated this year, the “LF Challenge” has conquered the Spanish basketball fans! A look back at this unprecedented season!
BAL, to develop African basketball
With the support of the NBA and FIBA, the African Basketball League (ABL) was created in 2019. This is the first time the NBA has created a senior competition outside the United States. Chaired by Senegalese Amadou Gallo Fall, vice president of the NBA, this competition aims to promote the potential of young talent from the African continent and further develop basketball on the continent.
Agents – Save time with Sportiw!
This is the most important time of the year for agents: you have to be in contact with as many people as possible to get as many opportunities as possible for players!
Jack Jumpers: new franchise in Australia!
For the 2021/2022 season, the NBL, Australia’s premier basketball division, has welcomed a newcomer: the Tasmanian Jack Jumpers!
Vincent Lavendier: “To help clubs to find the player who best fits their project.”
Vincent Lavandier has been working for Sportiw for some time. He comes back on the reasons that pushed him to get involved for Sportiw!
Oscars | “The Queen of Basketball”or the story of Lusia Harris, 1st women ever drafted by the NBA!
The short documentary, retraces in about 20 minutes the career of Lusia Harris, an outstanding basketball player who was the first in more than one field in her time!
BBL UK : a US company invests!
It was last December in the United Kingdom. The American company 777 Partners entered a new era in British basketball, with the acquisition of a 45% stake in the league.
Dimitri Pontif : “A club cannot rely on government grants only”
Dimitri Pontif, coach and entrepreneur, talks exclusively about his two jobs and the importance for a club to develop its network of partners…
Zeljko Kiauta – Part 1: the job of an agent…
Zeljko Kiauta, a sports agent for 20 years, talks about his work, his beginnings and his vision of the evolution of the profession with digitalization.
The Portland Blazers, an example to follow in terms of eco-responsibility! 🏀
Playing sports is good, but playing sports in an environmentally friendly way is even better. For several years now, some clubs have been trying to
Who says new season, says physical preparation!
Physical preparation and mental preparation are two tools that help optimize and improve sports performance. In the majority of team sports, physical preparation is one
Let’s go on summer camp!
It’s summertime! ☀ The vacations are probably just around the corner for you, or maybe you’re already sunbathing on the beach with an Italian ice
Back to work!
Put on your sneakers, take your bag and head to the gym! And yes, it’s already the beginning of September and it’s time to get
5 tips to get your season off to the best start!
An excess of motivation, of engagement, or even a simple small gesture, and the injury is quickly, very quickly arrived at this beginning of season.
Interview Stephane RUIZ
Wondering where to start to get back in top shape for next season ❓ Both physically and mentally ❓ On the agenda: endurance, strength training,
Pierre Homatter Interview
We find Pierre Homatter, coach in fourth division on the side of Récy St Martin for his interview! 🖐 Today, he talks about recruitment in
Joseph Kalambani Interview
[INTERVIEW] 🎙 In the middle of the recruitment period, Sportiw continues to share with you testimonies of the actors of the sports world. Today, Joseph
Antoine Dufour interview
Sportiw continues to interview the people making the sport of today and tomorrow! Today, we have an interview with Antoine Dufour, coach in the women’s
Interview Yacouba Traoré
💡 Yacouba Traore, coach in fourth division at Tremblay and women’s coach in U15F at Marne-la-Vallée testifies for Sportiw! ❓ His opinion on the platform,
Tom Mareschal – ITW
His career, his evolution, his injuries, his view on the media coverage of basketball, the digitalization of the sport … Discover his interview! 👀 👉
Spain: Half of the players attentive to the winter market.
Today, we want to share with the basketball community some of the results of our study, conducted in early December 2021. We have recently joined
Pierre Labbé: “Building on a solid foundation!”
President delegate of Besançon Avenir Comtois in French Third Division, Pierre Labbé spoke to Sportiw about the management of the club headed by Philippe Tristram
Argentina, changes in the federal basketball tournament
The Federal Basketball Tournament, TFB, composed of 8 divisions, is going through a period of changes for future seasons. Starting in 2022, three changes are
Joining a new championship & being attractive: a huge challenge
Hello F. Javier, thank you for accepting this interview, Could you first introduce yourself and tell us about your background? Hello, I am the president
The new “Liga WPlay” is born! 🏀
Basketball in Colombia has transformed and innovated in recent years. In October 2021, the Ministry of Sports and the Colombian Basketball Federation announced the creation
Balltoptalents, or how to diversify its activities for an agency!
👉 Founder of the agency “Balltoptalents” in Spain, Vidal Vilches Vilela talks to us about the various services his agency offers, among other things!
A very interesting testimonial… 🤔
LogroBasket – EBA League: how to perform thanks to the formation? 🏀
Hello Álvaro, thank you for accepting this interview, Could you first introduce yourself and tell us about your background? My name is Alvaro Valle, I’m
Sportiw arrives in Spain!
After France, Sportiw continues its international development! It is now official, 𝘄𝗲 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗻! 🇪🇸
Colombia – The new league W Play is born
In recent years, basketball in Colombia has changed and innovated a lot… Let’s see it in this article! In October 2021, the Ministry of Sports
The BNXT League, a new championship!
Since this year, 12 teams from the Netherlands and 10 Belgian teams take part in the “BNXT League”. Let’s have a look at the creation
Interview with Alfonso Valenzuela, in charge of the women’s section at CB Castelldefels
Interview on women’s basketball with Alfonso Valenzuela, responsible for the women’s section in the club CB Castelldefels!
Testimonial – Vincent Lavandier – Basketball coach
🏀 Elected coach of the year last season in the United Kingdom, Vincent Lavandier comes back for Sportiw on how the recruitment is managed nowadays and how Sportiw helps him in his scouting.
What is a “sports agent” ?
💥 Today, we’re talking about a unknown profession which without top-level sport could not works: the job of sports agent!
Testimonial – Sébastien Bozon – Basketball coach
🎙 Sebastien Bozon, basketball coach in France talks about Sportiw and recruitment in his interview!
Check that out!
Sportiw is committed to women’s sport !
👉 Ladies, one thing is certain, Sportiw is there for you!
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How to play at a professional level? with Roger Esteller
We had the opportunity to exchange with Roger Esteller on how to play at a professional level, specifically on how to focus one’s mind to
How the adidas Breaking Barriers Project is Making Sport Equal for Women and Girls in Europe?
Access to sports is not equal for all — and it’s all too often women and girls who are left on the sidelines. Playing against lack of access and representation, cultural stigma, and self-doubt, girls drop out of sports at a much greater rate than boys of the same age. With this in mind, adidas created the Breaking Barriers Project to level the playing field and make sports equal for all.
ITW Guillaume Mesnival : “We were able to contact and sign 2 players this summer that we met on Sportiw!”
Vice-president of the CS Bayeux Basketball (NM3 in France), Guillaume Mesnival was able to find 2 players this summer on Sportiw to complete his squad for the 2023/2024 season! Back to his testimonial…
adidas Breaking Barriers and Sportiw are Back to Boost Girls’ Careers in Sports
adidas Breaking Barriers and Sportiw are back for their yearly contest to help girls boost their sports careers! After a successful first year, we will once again be helping European athletes better connect to career resources via adidas and the Sportiw platform.