Basketball fans are in for a treat as Etihad Arena is set to host ‘Courtside Conversations and USA Basketball Showcase’ on Tuesday
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Basketball and sports enthusiasts are in for a treat as Etihad Arena is set to host ‘Courtside Conversations and USA Basketball Showcase’ on 16 July in Abu Dhabi, in conjunction with the 2024 USA Basketball Showcase Games in Abu Dhabi.
The showcase features the world No. 1 USA Basketball Men’s National Team, alongside the Australian Boomers, ranked No. 5 in the world, and Serbia, ranked No. 4 in the world, all preparing for the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
The forum will kick off with the ‘Global Growth of the Game’ panel discussion at 6pm, with esteemed panelists highlighting the importance of investing in basketball for youth, women, and minorities, exploring how programmes beyond the court can mentor leaders in every community.
Speakers include Miami Heat legend Alonzo Mourning, Chief Business Development Officer for the WNBA’s Las Vegas Aces, Jennifer Azzi and CEO of USA Basketball Jim Tooley.
The second panel, ‘The Road to Paris, scheduled for 6.35pm, will discuss what it takes to build a championship-caliber team and the value of teamwork, offering insights from key players and contributors to the world-class programme.
Panelists include NBA legend and managing director of the USA Men’s National Team Grant Hill and former NBA player Steve Smith.
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Attendees will have the chance to engage in Q&A sessions with speakers after each panel, posing questions submitted in advance.
Additionally, select fans can enjoy a Meet and Greet with basketball legends, Steve Smith and Alonzo Mourning. This experience includes on-court photo opportunities following the Australia vs. Serbia game, allowing attendees to capture memorable moments.
For the second consecutive summer, USA Basketball to host the USA Basketball Showcase in Abu Dhabi, featuring games against Australia, the 2022 FIBA Asia champions and Tokyo 2020 bronze medalists, and Serbia, finalists in last year’s FIBA World Cup.
These matchups are scheduled for 15 July and 17 July, respectively. Additionally, Australia and Serbia will face each other on 16 July, with all games set for 8 pm.
Tickets are currently on sale at Etihad Arena and Ticketmaster
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