11 athletes from the Centre of Excellence will travel to Abu Dhabi next week for the NBA Academy Showcase.
Attending from the COE; Nash Walker (TAS), Che Brogan (VIC), Marcus Vaughns (VIC), Ajak Nyuon (ACT), Flynn Pavely (NSW), Alex Dickeson (SA), JK Mach (WA), Guer Bar (VIC), Jai Fa’ale (VIC), Harry Cook (QLD), Luke Paul (WA).
The NBA Academy Showcase is a unique opportunity for some of Australia’s best talent to compete against other international academies.
COE will play fixtures against IMG Academy Ascender Elite (Florida, USA), INSEP (Paris, France) and NBA Global Academy Africa (Saly, Senegal) from 25 – 27 September.
Robbie McKinlay, Men’s Head Coach at the COE will lead the group with Braden Cotter in support.
“The NBA Academy Showcase provides our young players with another opportunity to compete against elite international competition,” said McKinlay.
“The event allows us to compete against competition from three continents and also provides valuable exposure for the athletes. The UAE is a thriving basketball country so we are excited to be part of the event and experience the culture,” he added.
Abu Dhabi Showcase | Schedule
Thursday, September 25
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Centre of Excellence (AUS) |
IMG Academy Ascender Elite (U.S.) |
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NBA Academy (AFR) |
INSEP (FR) |
Friday, September 26
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IMG Academy Ascender Elite (U.S.) |
NBA Academy (AFR) |
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INSEP (FR) |
Centre of Excellence (AUS) |
Saturday, September 27
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NBA Academy (AFR) |
Centre of Excellence (AUS) |
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IMG Academy Ascender Elite (U.S.) |
INSEP (FR) |
