Olympic Solidarity WABC Level-I Basketball Coaching Course inaugurated

Olympic Solidarity WABC Level-I Basketball Coaching Course inaugurated 

The opening day group photo of Olympic solidarity WABC Level 1 coaching course with Chief guest Prof. Dr. Ahmed Adnan VC GCU, Guest of Honour Khalid Mahmood Secretary General POA,  Milan Kotarac FIBA Coaching instructor, Khalid Bashir, Secretary General Pakistan Basketball Federation,  Ouj E Zahoor Associate Secretary PBBF & Member South Asia Basketball Association Council &  Riaz Malik National Basketball Coach along with guests and participants of the course.

Our orrespondent

LAHORE: The Olympic Solidarity WABC Level-I Basketball Coaching Course commenced today at Government College University Lahore, organized under the auspices of the Pakistan Basketball Federation (PBF). Led by FIBA Coaching Instructor Mr. Milan Kotarac from Serbia, the six-day coaching course aims to provide comprehensive theoretical and practical insights to fifteen coaches, including both male and female participants.

Instructor and Facilitation: Mr. Milan Kotarac, an experienced FIBA Coaching Instructor, has been entrusted with leading the course, scheduled from December 11 to 16, 2023. The program will feature morning and evening sessions, offering participants a well-rounded learning experience. The coaching team includes Mr. Ouj-e-Zahoor, Associate Secretary PBBF, Mr. M Sami as Course Coordinator, and Mr. Muhammad Riaz Malik, Head Coach of the Pakistan Basketball Team.

Importance of Rule Updates: Mr. Khalid Bashir, Secretary General of the PBF, emphasized the significance of staying updated on the latest rules in basketball. Recognizing the crucial role of the coaching community, he highlighted their contribution to the growth and development of basketball in Pakistan. The coaching course will cover the latest rules, aligning participants' knowledge with guidelines issued by FIBA.

Empowering Coaches: The initiative underscores PBF's commitment to empower coaches with advanced skills and techniques. By investing in coach education, the federation aims to ensure that coaches play a pivotal role in nurturing the next generation of basketball talent in the country.

Dedication to Excellence: The Pakistan Basketball Federation reaffirms its dedication to fostering excellence and innovation within the basketball coaching fraternity through initiatives like the Olympic Solidarity WABC Level-I Basketball Coaching Course. By providing a platform for continuous learning, the federation aims to elevate the standard of basketball coaching in Pakistan.

The launch of the coaching course marks a significant step in enhancing the coaching landscape for basketball in Pakistan. The collaboration with FIBA reflects a commitment to international standards and the development of coaches who will contribute to the sport's sustained growth in the country.