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FIBA Asia General Assembly and Release of Book-2025
It was a proud moment for Bengaluru to host the FIBA Asia Mid-Term General Assembly and to welcome Asian Basketball leaders for the FIBA Asia Gala Dinner held on 29th October 2025 at Shangri-La Hotel, Bangalore.
It was also an emotional moment for Dr K. Govindaraj, MLC & President, FIBA – Asia, and KOA that a book on his journey titled “Basketball Believer” was released on the occasion. We, in KSBBA, sincerely hope that it inspires young dreamers to pursue their goals with faith and perseverance.
The occasion was graced by FIBA President Mr Sheikh Saud Ali Al Thani, Mr Andreas Zagkils, Secretary General FIBA, Executive Director FIBA Asia Mr Hagoop Khajiraian.
Dr. G. Parmeshwara, Hon’ble Home Minister, Sri M B Patil Hon’ble Minister for Industries and Infrastructure Development, Dr H C Mahadevappa, Hon’ble Minister for Social Welfare, Dr. Sharan Prakash Patil, Hon’ble Minister for Medical Education, Govt. of Karnataka and other dignitaries attended the function.
State teams for 50th Sub Junior Nationals at Dehradun-2025
The following players were selected to represent Karnataka State Boys & Girls teams in the 50th Sub Junior National Basketball Championship to be held at Dehradun, Uttarakhand from 4th to 10th October 2025…
Boys Team :
Aarav AB (Capt), Siddesh RM, Trinabh Mishra, Shaurya Srivastva, Yueer Sarawgi, Svar Nagarjuna, Aditya R, Harishith Karpoor, Mohammed Asim Khazi, Prabbudh, Avanish Kulkarni, Aditya Reddy K, Coach: Naresh P , Asst.Coach: Ravikumara, Manager: Mohan Kumar J.
Girls Team:
Lagna Gowda M (Capt), Aarushi Ananth, Shravya Koushik, Sree Krithy K, Saanvi G, Aashi G, Prisha P P, Akshara, Sadhana, Suhaavi R, Amulya Umesh, Tashvi Khanna, Coach: Ahsok Bhanda, Ass Coach: Aditya Mahale, Manager: Ms.Meghana.
FIBA U-16 AISA Cup Women Championship MALAYSIA-2025
Dr. K. Govindaraj, MLC and President of FIBA Asia & KOA, presented the Champions Trophy to Team Australia U-16 Women in Seremban, Malaysia, on Sunday 28/09/2025 after their victory over New Zealand in the finals of FIBA U16 Asia Cup Basketball Championship for Women.
He also presented the MVP (Most Valuable Player Award) to Ms Miya Takeushi.
Australia beat New Zealand by 86-50 and won the trophy 4th consecutive time.
FIBA U-16 Basketball Championships for Men at Mongolia – 2025
Dr. K. Govindaraj, MLC and President of FIBA Asia & KOA, presented the Champions Trophy to Team Australia in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, on Sunday 07/09/2025 after their victory over China in the finals of FIBA U16 Asia Cup Basketball Championship for Men. He also presented the MVP award to Luke Paul of Australia. (Australia beat China by 85-58).
Karnataka Teams for 75th Junior Nationals at Ludhiana-2025
The following players from Karnataka State will represent Karnataka State Junior Boys and Girls Teams in the 75th Junior National Basketball Championship to be held at Ludhiana, Punjab from 2nd to 9th September 2025.
Boys Team:
Harshan Y (Capt), Likith Bopanna, Ayyan Ali, Shreyas, Vaibhav Gowda, Bathesh, Samarath M, Netla Chanakya, Divith Amin, Anik Lakra, Nishanth, Ronak.S, Head Coach: Thankachan MC, Coach: Sachin Belvadi, Manager Rajive MV
Girls Team:
Nidhi Srinivas (Capt), Nidhi Umesh , Tisha, Taarushee Tarun, Shreya V, Ishitha Gowda, Ananya G, Purvi Shika, Anivitha BR, Manasa TA,Shreya S, Sahana HS, Coach: Sathyanarayana K, Shankar Sure, Manager, Dr.Bhavana, Physiotherapy.
FIBA Asia Cup Men Basketball Championship-2025
We are happy to inform you that Dr. K. Govindaraj, President FIBA Asia presented the trophy to the Australia Men Basketball team which won the FIBA Asia Cup Basketball Championship finals held at Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on Sunday, the 17th August 2025 late evening. In the finals, Australia beat China by 90-89 and also congratulations to the champions.
The final match was witnessed by: FIBA President, Sheikh Saoud Ali Al Thani, FIBA Secretary General, Mr. Andreas Zagklis, FIBA Executive Director-Asia, Mr. Hagop Khajirian,Vice President – Saudi Olympic & Paralympics Committee: His Highness Prince Fahad Bin Jalawi Bin Abdulaziz Bin Musaad, President of Saudi Basketball Federation: Dr. Ghassan Tashkandi,FIBA Foundation Board Member: His Highness Sheikh Isa Bin Ali Bin Khalifa Al Khalifa,FIBA Oceania President: Mr. David Reid and FIBA Asia Board Member: Ms. Xu Lan.
FIBA ASIA Cup for Women at China-2025
Dr. K. Govindaraj, President of FIBA Asia & KOA presenting the Championship Trophy to Team Australia at the FIBA Women’s Asia Cup 2025 Final in Shenzhen, China.
Australia clinched the title with a thrilling 88-79 win over Japan! 🇦🇺🇯🇵
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BFI President Dr. K Govindaraj, MLC, has been elected as President FIBA Asia – 2023
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