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In Focus

Hall of Famers

FIBA Hall of Famers are honored for their exceptional contributions to international basketball. Inductees are celebrated for their achievements, sportsmanship, and influence in shaping basketball history, both on and off the court.

Hall of Famers

FIBA Plus

FIBA Plus encompasses all development initiatives for National Federations, serving as a key component of FIBA's strategy.

Activity Report

The FIBA Activity Report outlines two years of global basketball development, governance, and competitions.

Regional Offices

FIBA has five regional offices located across the globe. Each office is responsible for managing basketball activities and governance within its respective region and provide direct services to it's National Federation members.

Strategic Priorities

Empower National Federations

Aimed at strengthening and expanding the capacity of National Federations across the globe through various initiatives and programs.

Women in Basketball

Focused on increasing female participation in basketball across all aspects of the sport - from the court to the board rooms globally.

Shape International Club Competitions

Our goal is to create a global club competition system that is clear and consistent, with participation based on sporting merit.

Strategic Objectives

For 2023 to 2027

Make 3x3 the Most Thrilling Urban Sport

For 2023 to 2027

Excellence Of National Team Competitions

For 2023 to 2027

Develop Youth Basketball

For 2023 to 2027

Sustainability & Innovation

Programs

Find out more about FIBA's latest activities and programs for Players, National Federations, Coaches, Game Officials and more.

ORGANIZATION

President

OUR SPORT

Official Basketball Rules

SERVICES

Equipment & Venue Centre

SERVICES

Become a FIBA Agent

SERVICES

Resource Hub / Downloads

Patrick Baumann House of Basketball

FIBA’s global headquarters in Switzerland stands as the heart of international basketball. Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, it hosts FIBA’s dedicated HQ staff, the FIBA Conference Centre, the Hall of Fame, the renowned Naismith Arena, and the Pedro Ferrandiz Library.

At a Glance

Founded

1932

Members

212

Regions

FIBA Foundation Creation

2008

First World Cup

1950

First Women's World Cup

1953

House of Basketball Inauguration

2013

3x3 at the Olympics

2021

Emotions Through the Lens: the FIBA Photo Contest 2024 is Live!

FIBA launches new digital offering including unique website dedicated to fans

FIBA welcomes inclusion of 3x3 basketball and 3x3 wheelchair basketball in Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games

EBU and FIBA agree four-year broadcast partnership for premium national team basketball events in Europe

Ghana expecting 3x3 to soar after FIBA Plus engagement

International Window for Women's Basketball

International Window for Men's Basketball

5th Meeting of the Board of FIBA Europe

FIBA Plus Workshop | PNG

Draw for FIBA Youth EuroBaskets 2025

International Window for Women's Basketball

International Window for Men's Basketball

6th Meeting of the Board of FIBA Europe

Draw for FIBA Women's EuroBasket 2025

Draw for FIBA EuroBasket 2025

Hall of Famers

Hall of Famers

FIBA Plus

Activity Report

Empower National Federations

Women in Basketball

Shape International Club Competitions