2 weeks Ago By Our Staff Reporter
LAHORE - Coaches Team International (CTI), a prominent US-based sports organization, has joined hands with the Federal Basketball Association (FBBA) to launch an international basketball training camp in Islamabad. The high-performance camp, which began this week at Bahria University, is set to run until April 28 and is being led by renowned American coaches Luke Elie and Jacob Kim. It aims to nurture young talent in the capital with advanced, globally-recognized training techniques.
The initiative is being spearheaded by FBBA General Secretary Ouj E Zahoor, who hailed the program as a game-changing opportunity for local players and coaches alike.“This is a rare opportunity for our youth to learn from international professionals who bring deep insight into the modern game,” said Zahoor. “It also equips our local coaches with the tools to carry this legacy forward.
” A handpicked group of promising young athletes is receiving rigorous training under the supervision of the CTI coaching duo. Simultaneously, five local coaches are being mentored, ensuring the sustainability of international standards well beyond the camp’s conclusion. Andries Gous excels as Islamabad make it five in a row in PSL 10 Bahria University has played a key role in facilitating the initiative by offering full logistical support, including access to its state-of-the-art indoor basketball courts and accommodation for the visiting coaches and athletes.
The Pakistan Basketball Federation (PBBF) has welcomed the collaboration, praising it as a significant step forward in elevating the sport’s standard across the country. “This partnership reflects our commitment to building a robust basketball ecosystem,” a PBBF spokesperson said. “International programs like these are crucial for player development and for raising the caliber of coaching in Pakistan.
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