Securing Turkey’s Basketball Future: 12 Giant Men & Beyond
Turkey’s Impressive Eurobasket Run Sparks Debate on Future Stars
Turkey’s astounding second-place finish at the Eurobasket 2025 has reignited discussions about cultivating the next generation of star players. With Alperen Şengün stole the show, many eyes are on the system that produced him and other talented competitors like him.
Harun Erdenay: Vice President, Turkish Basketball Federation
Our team’s achievement won’t just inspire youngsters but also Raw talent isn’t enough. It needs nurturing, and that’s what we’re doing with our projects.
– Harun Erdenay
- 12 Giant Men Basketball Schools: 24 cities, 11-12 age group, co-ed
- Basketball Youth League: Post-12 growth, transition to A team
- Schools + Camps + Infrastructure = Eurobasket medallists
Kaan Kural: Basketball Commentator
At the heart of star production lies talent +
hard work +
consistent development. infrastructures, economic cycles, and subsidies make it possible.
Erman Kunter: Basketball Commentator
Expanding player base, safeguarding coach rights, and elevating training stand out as vital factors. Long-term planning and tiered coaching can make Turkish basketball dominant.
İhsan Bayülken: Basketball Commentator
Targeted player development, coaching abroad, family alignment, and personalized tracking plans can accelerate progress. Comprehensive breeding modeling and basketball system reinvention are key.
Did you know?
Turkey ranks 10th in basketball’s world rankings, its highest ever, according to FIBA.’éducation, training, and infrastructure investments have partly fuelled this ascent.
Pro Tips
- Follow young players’ progress on TBF
- Stay updated on infrastructure expansion via FIBA
- Track European competitions for player emergence on Eurobasket.com