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This week on The IX Sports Podcast, Lukas Petridis who is reporting on the FIBA women’s world cup from Berlin, joins the show. Plus: who will replace Cathy Engelbert?
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Posted inFeatures
Ahead of World Cup quarterfinals, these 8 nations will look to separate themselves
Eight countries remain in the World Cup. Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the quarterfinals
Posted inThe IX Basketball
Williams, Johannes and Malonga lead France from the front and the bench
Malonga: ‘I think that’s what differentiates our group from others. It’s just like, we will do whatever it takes to win’
Posted inFeatures
Belgium’s golden era continues to shine
Excellence comes in many forms for the Cats as Julie Allemand broke the all-time assists record at the World Cup
Posted inInternational Basketball
How Mali delivered its first World Cup group win against Spain
Mali has made history behind the excellence of Sika Kone, Djeneba N’Diaye, Alima Dembele and buy-in to head coach Oumarou Sidiya’s system.
Posted inFeatures
Aicha Coulibaly attacking every opportunity the Chicago Sky give her
Coulibaly has graduated from a developmental contract to the starting lineup because she isn’t afraid to take on new challenges
Posted inTeam USA Basketball
What to look for at the World Cup Qualifying Tournament
Team USA to compete in Puerto Rico to gear up for World Cup
Posted inFeatures, International Basketball, Latest News
FIBA Hall of Fame class of 2026 announced
On Sunday, the inductees for the 2026 FIBA Hall of Fame class were announced.
Posted inFeatures, International Basketball, Latest News, Team USA Basketball
Bueckers, Reese, Clark invited to USA Basketball national team training camp
Of the 18 players added to the rosters, 10 are newcomers to the national team
Posted inFeatures, International Basketball, Team USA Basketball, World
What to watch for in the FIBA Under-19 World Cup
Indiana head coach Teri Moren leads Team USA in the event in the Czech Republic
