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Qatar Tribune
21 hours ago
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Qatar's national basketball team gains valuable experience at International Friendly Tournament
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar's national basketball team delivered a commendable performance against Japan, falling 92-103 in a competitive match on Wednesday evening during the second round of the 2025 International Friendly Basketball Tournament, organized by the Qatar Basketball Federation. The tournament, hosted at the Lusail Multipurpose Arena from July 28 to August 1, features four Asian teams: Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Japan, and Iraq. Japan started strongly, securing the first quarter 29-19. Qatar responded in the second quarter, matching Japan's intensity with a 24-24 tie. The third quarter saw Japan regain the lead, winning 29-24, but Qatar fought back in the fourth, outscoring Japan 25-21. Despite the late surge, Qatar could not overturn the deficit. Qatar's Alen Hadzibegovic led the game with 24 points, while Japan's Yudai Nishida was his team's top scorer with 21 points. The result leaves Qatar with three points in the tournament standings, while Japan earns their first two points, having missed the opening round. Qatar previously defeated Saudi Arabia 82-78 in the tournament's opening match. The tournament concludes on Friday, August 1, with Saudi Arabia facing Japan at 5pm followed by Qatar's final match against Iraq at 7pm. Under the guidance of Turkish coach Hakan Demir, Qatar is using the tournament as a critical phase in their preparations for the 31st FIBA Asia Cup, scheduled for August 5-17, 2025, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, with 16 teams competing. Qatar is drawn in Group A alongside Australia, South Korea, and Lebanon. Group B includes Guam, Japan, Syria, and Iran; Group C comprises China, Jordan, India, and Saudi Arabia; and Group D features Chinese Taipei, New Zealand, Iraq, and the Philippines. The Asia Cup follows a group-stage format, with the top team from each group advancing directly to the quarterfinals. Teams finishing second and third in each group will compete in crossover knockout matches to determine the remaining quarter-finalists.
Qatar Tribune
23-07-2025
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- Qatar Tribune
QBF to host International Friendly Tournament from July 28
Tribune News Network Doha The Qatar Basketball Federation (QBF) has announced the hosting of 2025 International Friendly Basketball Tournament, scheduled from July 28 to August 1, 2025, at the world-class Lusail Multipurpose Hall. The event will feature four leading Asian national teams: Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Japan, and Iraq, as part of their preparations for upcoming continental competitions, notably the 31st FIBA Asia Cup, to be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, from August 5 to 17, 2025, with 16 participating teams. The tournament represents the final stage of the Qatar national team's rigorous preparation program, following intensive training camps in Turkey, Doha, and South Korea. It is designed to evaluate the players' technical and physical readiness in a highly competitive setting against diverse Asian basketball styles. The tournament schedule is as follows:Monday, July 28, 2025: Qatar vs. Saudi Arabia at 1pm; Wednesday, July 30, 2025: Qatar vs. Japan at 5pm, followed by Iraq vs. Saudi Arabia at 7pm; Friday, August 1, 2025: Saudi Arabia vs. Japan at 5pm, followed by Qatar vs. Iraq at 7pm Mohammed bin Saad Al Mughaiseeb, President ofQBF, stated: 'Hosting this international friendly tournament reflects our ongoing commitment to providing the national team with an optimal preparation environment through high-caliber matches. This event will enhance our team's readiness for the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 in Jeddah, while fostering stronger sporting ties with fellow federations and offering fans an exceptional experience at Lusail Hall, one of Qatar's premier sports venues.' Led by Turkish coach Hakan Demir, the Qatar national team includes Omar Mohammed Saad, Abdulrahman Saad, Ahmed Saeed Mohammed, Zain Eldin Al Badri, Hajji Bobo Magassa, Babacar Dieng, Mohammed Al Sayed, Saidu Al Hajj Ndaye, Hamad Yassin, Mustafa Ndao, Ghassan Hajjar, Mahmoud Darwish, Tyler James Lee, Brandon Goodwin, Alen Hadzibegovic, and Mohammed Brashar. In the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 draw, Qatar is placed in Group A alongside Australia, South Korea, and Lebanon. The team will commence its campaign against Lebanon on August 6 at 9pm, followed by South Korea on August 8 at 11am, and Australia on August 10 at 11am.
Qatar Tribune
17-07-2025
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Qatar's national basketball team trains in South Korea
Tribune News Network Doha The Qatar Men's National Basketball Team has commenced its overseas training camp in Seoul, South Korea, as part of the third phase of its comprehensive preparation program for the 31st FIBA Asia Cup, set to take place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, from August 5 to 17, 2025. The tournament will feature Asia's top 16 national teams. During the camp, Qatar will play two friendly matches against the host nation, South Korea. The first game is scheduled for Friday (1pm Doha Time), while the second will take place on Sunday (July 20), at 9am Doha Time. Mohammed bin Saad Al-Mughaiseeb, President of the Qatar Basketball Federation (QBF), will attend the matches and hold official meetings with representatives of the Korean Basketball Association to strengthen institutional and technical cooperation between the two federations. The Qatari delegation is led by Saadoun Sabah Al Kuwari, Director of National Teams and Secretary-General of the QBF, alongside Jassim Ibrahim Ashkanani, National Teams Manager. The team is coached by Turkish tactician Hakan Demir. The roster features 16 players: Omar Mohammed Saad, Abdulrahman Saad, Ahmed Saeed Mohammed, Zainuddin Al Badri, Al Haji Bobo Magassa, Babacar Dieng, Mohammed Al Sayed, Saidu Al Haj Ndaye, Hamad Yassin, Mustafa Ndao, Ghassan Hajar, Mahmoud Darwish, Tyler James Lee, Brandon Goodwin, Alen Hadzibegovic, and Mohammed Brashir. Al Mughaiseeb emphasized the strategic importance of the camp, stating, 'This training camp is a critical step in our preparation for the FIBA Asia Cup. We are focusing on every detail to ensure the team is ready both technically and organizationally. Our early preparation, high-level training camps, and confidence in our players and coaching staff, led by Hakan Demir, position us to meet the expectations of Qatari fans.' He added, 'The camp also offers a valuable opportunity to enhance collaboration with the Korean Basketball Association through joint training camps and future friendly matches, fostering mutual growth and expertise exchange.' Al Kuwari echoed these sentiments, noting, 'This camp is pivotal for our preparation. Facing a team of South Korea's caliber provides our players with high-level exposure that will directly enhance our collective performance. We are committed to preparing the team to its fullest potential for the continental championship.' Following the South Korea camp, the team will return to Doha for the fourth phase of preparations, which includes participating in an international friendly tournament at Lusail Multipurpose Hall from July 28 to August 1, 2025. The event will feature Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Japan. Qatar's preparations began in June with a training camp in Turkey from June 19 to July 3, 2025, which included intensive drills and internal scrimmages. The team then held a short domestic camp in Doha, playing two friendly matches against India on July 11 and 13. At the 31st FIBA Asia Cup, Qatar is drawn in Group A alongside Australia, South Korea, and Lebanon. The team will open its campaign with a highly anticipated match against Lebanon on August 6, 2025. The tournament follows a group-stage format, with the top team from each group advancing directly to the quarterfinals, while the second- and third-placed teams compete in crossover play-offs to determine the remaining quarter-finalists.
Jordan Times
20-02-2025
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- Jordan Times
Jordan resumes FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers
Photo courtesy by AMMAN — Jordan starts Window 3 of Group D qualifiers for the 31st FIBA Asia Cup 2025, when it plays Saudi Arabia at 7:00 pm on Friday before an away game against Iraq on February 24. Jordan has already booked its spot to the 31st FIBA Asia Cup 2025 with wins over Palestine 87-81 and Iraq 73-64 in Window 2 which came after two earlier wins over Palestine 73-46 and Saudi Arabia 79-64 in Window 1. Saudi Arabia is second after it beat Palestine 73-66 and Iraq 66-58, while Iraq beat Palestine 75-72 and Saudi Arabia overcame Iraq 64-58 in Window 1. A total of 24 teams are playing Round 1 qualification matches for the 2025 FIBA Asia Cup in three windows, while also battling for qualifying spots for the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup alongside hosts Qatar who automatically advanced. The top two teams of each qualifying group move to the FIBA Asia Cup and the six third-placed teams will play another qualifying round for the final four places. The 31st FIBA Asia Cup is set to be held in Saudi Arabia from Aug 5-17. The Kingdom, 2023 Asian Games silver medalist and three-time qualifier to the World Cup, 2010, 2019 and 2023, will be playing the FIBA Asia Cup for the 17th time, with its best position runner-up in 2011. Meanwhile, the head coach Wisam Sous has departed for a coaching stint in Taiwan and the Jordan Basketball Federation has new executive board after 8 years of a temporary committee running the game. Spaniard Juan Manuel 'Piti' Hurtado, who previously coached in Spain, Japan and Venezuela before switching focus to broadcasting, will lead the team as of Window 3. The First Division League is now under way with a break for Window 3 matches.
