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Daily Tribune
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain names final 12 for William Jones Cup
The Bahrain Basketball Association has confirmed the national team squad for the 44th William Jones Cup, set to take place from July 12 to 20 in Taiwan. The tournament marks Bahrain's return to the competition after a 47-year absence. Greek head coach Georgios Vovoras leads the team into its first appearance at the event since 1978. Legacy of the Cup Organised by the Chinese Taipei Basketball Association, the William Jones Cup is one of the longest-running international basketball tournaments outside FIBA sanction. Launched in 1977 and named after FIBA founding member Renato William Jones, the event features national teams, university squads, and professional clubs from across the world. UAE Friendlies End in Style Bahrain concluded a joint training camp with the UAE with two strong wins — a 101–71 result in the first game and 94–76 in the second — both held at Khalifa Sports Hall. All players saw court time across both games, giving Vovoras a final chance to assess combinations and build team rhythm before flying out to Taiwan. Bahrain is set to face eight opponents in nine days during the tournament.
Gulf Insider
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Gulf Insider
Bahrain Basketball Team Returns To William Jones Cup After 47 Years
Bahrain's national men's basketball team is set to participate in the 44th edition of the William Jones Cup, scheduled to take place in Taiwan from July 12 to 20. The tournament is organised by the Chinese Taipei Basketball Association (CTBA). First launched in 1977, the William Jones Cup is one of the most prestigious unofficial international basketball competitions. It is named after Renato William Jones, a key founding figure of the International Basketball Federation (FIBA), who played a significant role in the global development and promotion of the sport. The tournament brings together national teams, university squads, and club sides from around the world, offering a platform for high level competition and exposure to diverse playing styles. It serves as a valuable preparatory opportunity for teams ahead of continental and international competitions. Bahrain's participation in this year's tournament aligns with the Bahrain Basketball Association's strategy to elevate the performance of the national team. The initiative seeks to enhance player readiness by engaging with elite level opponents and gaining exposure to varied tactical approaches. The tournament also holds historical significance for Bahrain's basketball community. In 1977, Renato William Jones visited the Kingdom of Bahrain at the invitation of Shaikh Ali bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, who was then President of the Bahrain Basketball Association. His visit was to attend the opening of a mini basketball festival, marking an early milestone in Bahrain's commitment to developing the sport. This marks Bahrain's second appearance in the William Jones Cup, following its debut in the 1978 edition, during which the team received the Fair Play Award. Source Bahrain News Agency
