9 clinics · 11 international speakers · 5 days · Alicante · 24–28 August
From 24 to 28 August, more than 100 coaches and players from 18 countries and 4 continents come together in Alicante. And the coach education programme is the heart of the week.
In collaboration with the Federación de Baloncesto de la Comunidad Valenciana ✅
Attendance hours count as DOUBLE PRACTICE HOURS for coaches affiliated with @fbcv_es.
Clinic programme — every day, 17:30 – 19:00h
MONDAY 24/8
Kinexon Sports Workshop — elite athlete-tracking technology, used by close to half of all NBA teams and FIBA-approved. Hands-on court session with live activations: real-time performance and load data — @kinexonsports • Juha Petri Nieminen (Pyrintö Tampere, Finland) — “Pyrintö Tampere & Delfin Basket”
TUESDAY 25/8
TeamKeys Workshop — AI-powered scouting, performance analytics and neuroscience (118 leagues, 6 seasons of data). Demo of scouting and decision-support tools — @teamkeys_analytics
Lukáš Pivoda (Czech Basketball) — “The Czech U20 Philosophy”
WEDNESDAY 26/8
Eric Weissling (Venados de Mazatlán) — “As Good As Your Staff”
Mitchell Timmins (Basketball England) — “Our Style of Play”
CC Athletics · Claes Jakobsen — a benchmark clinic for strength & conditioning coaches: portable force plates and isometric equipment that bring lab-level testing into daily practice — @cc_athletics_
FRIDAY 28/8
David Rivers (GSE / REST, USA) — “Handling Pressures of the Games”
Vlad Norkin (Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana, Slovenia) — “Cedevita Olimpija U15 Spacing System” Included in the registration
20 open practices to observe every morning, 09:00 – 13:30h — Pabellón El Sequet (San Vicente)
Games and Draft Combine-style physical testing in the afternoons (Wednesday, Pedro Ferrándiz — pista Anexa)
Registration FBCV-affiliated coaches — €50 International coaches — €90 Payment: ES29 0128 0634 3001 0004 6097 (Fundación Lucentum Alicante) Reference: HUB + coach name Proof of payment to: ionut.georgescu@fundacionlucentum.com
Registrations and sponsorship opportunities are now open for one of Europe’s most internationally diverse basketball development events
ALICANTE, Spain — Alicante is set to become a global basketball meeting point once again as the International Basketball HUB Festival returns for its second edition from August 24–29, 2026. Following a highly successful inaugural event, the festival is coming back with an expanded international program, increased participation, and new development opportunities for players, coaches, academies, and basketball organizations worldwide.
Organized by Lucentum Basket Academy, the international development division of Fundación Lucentum Alicante — the professional basketball club competing in Spain’s Primera FEB league — the six-day event will bring together players, coaches, academies, scouts, clubs, and federations from across the globe for elite training, competition, networking, and international collaboration.
A Proven International Concept
The inaugural 2025 edition established the Basketball HUB Festival as a genuine international basketball gathering, welcoming more than 100 players and coaches from 17 countries.
Institutional participants included some of the most respected organizations in world basketball, such as:
Minnesota Timberwolves (NBA)
Zalgiris Kaunas (EuroLeague)
Cedevita Olimpija (EuroCup)
Venados de Mazatlán (Mexico)
Newcastle Eagles (United Kingdom)
National Federations of the Czech Republic, Ghana, and Tanzania
Leading academies from Poland, Sweden, and the United States
Fundación Lucentum Alicante
The event successfully created an environment where athletes, coaches, and basketball organizations could connect, compete, and build long-term international relationships.
A Bigger and More International 2026 Edition
Building on the momentum of its debut year, the 2026 edition will introduce a more structured and internationally focused program designed to maximize exposure and development opportunities.
Key additions include:
Official NBA Draft Combine-style evaluations
An expanded international delegation featuring more clubs, federations, and academies
3×3 and 5×5 competition formats
Individual skill development and shooting sessions
Exposure pathways connecting players with NCAA programs and professional clubs around the world
The festival aims to provide participants with a unique platform to showcase their talent while gaining direct access to international basketball opportunities.
A Global Platform for Brands and Sponsors
The International Basketball HUB Festival also presents a unique opportunity for companies and brands seeking direct engagement with a highly targeted international basketball audience.
Sponsorship packages include on-site branding, digital exposure, social media visibility, and association with an event already supported by organizations connected to the NBA, EuroLeague, and EuroCup ecosystems.
With players, coaches, federations, academies, and clubs from multiple continents gathering in Alicante for an entire week, the festival offers a powerful platform for international visibility and business networking.
Two Venues Across Alicante Province
The 2026 edition will be hosted across three premier basketball facilities in the province of Alicante:
Pedro Ferrándiz Arena – Sports Technification Center, Alicante
Pabellón El Sequet, San Vicente del Raspeig
These venues will serve as the stage for training sessions, evaluations, competitions, and networking activities throughout the festival week.
A Unique Event in European Basketball
According to Ionuț Georgescu, Chief Operating Officer of Fundación Lucentum Alicante, the response from the international basketball community has already exceeded expectations.
“We already have 90% of the participating organizations confirmed for Alicante, and we are looking forward to announcing the full list very soon. What surprised us the most is that, even before officially opening registrations, we had already received more than 40 applications from players and coaches eager to secure their place. We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to bring an event like this to the Alicante community — an event that, because of its structure and format, is truly unique.”
Building a Global Basketball Community
Behind the festival stands International Basketball HUB, a growing basketball network currently connecting 43 members across 39 countries and five continents. The initiative fosters collaboration between players, coaches, clubs, academies, and federations worldwide.
Meanwhile, Lucentum Basket Academy continues to strengthen its position as one of Spain’s leading basketball development programs. The academy includes more than 20 teams and 35 coaches and specialists, while its roster features over 30 international male and female players, many of whom also represent their countries at youth national team level.
Registration and Sponsorship Information
Registrations for players, coaches, academies, clubs, and federations are now officially open.
Full event information, registration details, and program schedule are available at:
As part of the Lucentum HUB Festival (August 25–30, 2025), basketball coaches and professionals will have a unique opportunity to take part in a week-long Coaches Clinic featuring top-level speakers from Europe, the United States, and Mexico. The line-up includes representatives from prestigious organizations such as Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana, Minnesota Timberwolves (NBA), Žalgiris Kaunas, Venados de Mazatlán, the National Teams of Slovenia and the Czech Republic, and the Newcastle Eagles.
The registration fee is €50, which includes:
• Access to all 5 clinic days
• Morning training sessions (09:00–13:30, at Pabellón Nuevo de San Vicente)
• Exhibition games featuring players from over 13 countries
In partnership with FBCV, participation in these sessions will count double towards official coaching practice hours for accredited coaches.
Program:
• Monday – 17:00 | Pabellón Nuevo de San Vicente
Bine Komac (Slovenia – Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana / Slovenia U18 National Team) – Attacking Against Aggressive Defense
• Tuesday – 17:00 | Centro de Tecnificación Pedro Ferrándiz
Eric Weissling (USA/Mexico – Venados de Mazatlán, former Mexico National Team) – “Peaking Pointers”: A Values-Based Development System to Recruit, Build Team Culture, and Peak at the Right Time
18:00 – Rolandas Rakutis (Lithuania – Žalgiris Kaunas Basketball Academy) – Key Aspects in Player Development at the Žalgiris Academy
• Thursday – 17:00 | Centro de Tecnificación Pedro Ferrándiz
Lukas Pivoda (Czech Republic – Czech Republic U20 National Team) – Offensive Rebounding and the Next Action: The Tagging Up Philosophy
18:00 – Eric Weissling – “Black Widow” Hybrid Defense: 1-1-2-1 Full-Court Contain Press into Extended 2-2-1 Zone
• Friday – 17:00 | Centro de Tecnificación Pedro Ferrándiz
David Rivers (USA – EuroLeague legend, former NBA player) – The Mental Approach to the Game
18:00 – Joe Connelly (USA – VP of Player Personnel, Minnesota Timberwolves – NBA) – Scouting European Players for the NBA and U.S. College Basketball
• Saturday – 17:00 | Pabellón Nuevo de San Vicente
Anthony Reed (USA – Newcastle Eagles, former NBA player) – “Our Way”: Club Identity and Player Development
Registration: ionut.georgescu@fundacionlucentum.com (for information and payment details)
With representatives from world-class organizations, this event promises an unmatched learning and networking experience for coaches from the Valencian Community and beyond.
Lucentum Alicante proudly presents the inaugural Lucentum HUB Festival, a premier international basketball event taking place August 25 to 30, 2025, in the beautiful coastal city of Alicante, Spain.
This groundbreaking initiative brings together leading basketball federations, professional clubs, and elite academies from across Europe, Africa, and the Americas. The Festival offers a dynamic mix of high-performance development, global networking, and international exposure for rising basketball talent.
FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS
3 hours/day of customized training sessions
20 expert-led practice / day
5 high-impact coaching clinics with 6 high-caliber guests
showcase games
Skills Challenge, 3-Point Contest & Slam Dunk Competition with prizes
Full Mediterranean experience: food, sports, and culture
Meet & greet with HLA Alicante coaching staff & players
Water, fruits & equipment provided daily
Participation certificate & welcome pack with training gear for all players
Access to the Players Zone (chill, recovery, Spanish classes, team building activities & more)
Designed For International Athletes
Participants from abroad can opt for full accommodation and board at MiCampus Alicante, a modern residence located just minutes from the event venues.
Scouting & Worldwide Exposure
Lucentum will produce scouting profiles for standout players and distribute them across its Lucentum Basketball HUB network, reaching clubs, agents, and federations in over 35 countries. All showcase games will be open to high school and NCAA coaches, enhancing recruitment opportunities for international athletes.
Who is coming to the first edition:
Zalgiris Kaunas, Lithuania
Cedevita Olimpija, Slovenia
Newcastle Eagles, England
Warsaw Basketball, Poland
Stockholm Royals, Sweden
GSE-AP Academy by David Rivers, USA
Venados de Mazatlan, Mexico
Czech Basketball
YETS Ghana
Tanzania Basketball
Joe Connelly, VP of Players Personnel, Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA
A Global Basketball Community
All participants will gain access to talks, clinics, and exclusive networking opportunities. Coaches and scouts will enjoy a dynamic professional environment built to foster long-term connections.
More information on our social media accounts @lucentumbasketacademy & @lucentumbasketballhub
