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WATCH: The story of GB Basketball Women's star Joey Leedham-Warner
In April 2010, Jo was drafted by the WNBA's Connecticut Sun and made her professional debut with Polish club Gorzow. She has spent the 2011-12 campaign in Australia, playing in the WNBL for the national champions Bulleen Boomers under GB head coach Tom Maher. She was part of the squad for the 2012 Summer Olympics. In February 2013 she signed a rookie contract to play for the Connecticut Sun of the WNBA, but was ultimately waived and in 2017 joined ESBVA. One of the most respected women in basketball in the UK, Joey shares her journey with GMSW.
WATCH: The story of WNBA star Amanda Zahui B
Selected second in the first round (second overall) by the Tulsa Shock in the 2015 WNBA Draft… Acquired from Dallas along with a 2017 second-round pick in exchange for New York’s first-round draft pick in 2017. Amanda shares her story and her journey into one of the best leagues in the world WNBA
WATCH: The story of Women's British Basketball League star Ije Ofomata
After playing basketball professionally for ten years, Ije Ofomata returned to the UK to play in the Women's British Basketball League. Playing for one of the best teams in the league Seven Oak's Sun. Ije shares her story from Nigeria to London, studying in the USA, playing pro in Europe, playing in the WBBL and volunteering with NBA Africa.
WATCH: The story of Great Britain Women's basketball centre Hannah Shaw
After safely escaping the COVID-19 in Italy, GB Basketball Women's centre shares her journey through the years and why basketball has been a game-changer for her.
WATCH: The story of GB Basketball point guard Rachael Vanderwal
Rachael Vanderwal, born 27 June 1983 is a 5'9 point guard for Team GB Basketball. Rachael was part of the awesome squad for the 2012 Summer Olympics. She has dual citizenship with Great Britain and Canada. Rachael shared her journey and life stories with GMSW.
WATCH: Masai Ujiri and Giants of Africa launches the first ever GOA Festival 2020
The Giants of Africa Festival will bring together boys and girls from 11 African countries to highlight and celebrate each country’s unique culture and traditions. Two hundred youth from Nigeria, Senegal, Cameroon, Mali, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, South Sudan and Somalia will participate in the week-long festivities. The event will run from Aug. 16 to 22, and will also feature special events and concerts open to the public.
WATCH: Sights & Sounds of NBA Paris 2020
NBA Paris 2020 GiveMeSport in partnership with ProDirect Hoops
WATCH: GMS NBA Paris Game in partnership with ProDirect Hoops Recap
NBA hosted their first NBA Global Game in Paris last week with the Bucks and the Hornets. A move that had many asking about the future of the sport globally. Here is the GiveMeSport in partnership with ProDirect Hoops recap with Benny Bonsu
WATCH: Basketball Africa League Combine Exclusive
he Basketball Africa League (BAL), a new professional league featuring 12 club teams from across Africa and scheduled to begin to play in March 2020. The two-day scouting event, which will feature 50 aspiring players from Africa, the U.S. and around the world, took place Wednesday, Dec. 4 – Thursday, Dec. 5 at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) Training Center – the official practice facility of the Brooklyn Nets – in Brooklyn, New York and GMS was there with Benny Bonsu to bring you this historical event.
WATCH: GiveMeSport NBA Predictions 2020
The GiveMeSport NBA Team discusses for team to take it all for the 2020 season. Do you agree with them?
WATCH: What is the problem with Load Management and How will it impact the NBA?
GiveMeSport NBA Team discuss the issue of Load Management in the NBA and what it means for the future.
WATCH: Is Masai Ujiri of the Toronto Raptors head to New York for the Knicks?
WATCH: Knicks fired coach David Fizdale, league source tells ESPN. Will Masai Ujiri be moving to New York to the New York Knicks Watch the full episode and Let’s talk
WATCH: NBA Season only five days away - what to expect from GMS
NBA Season only five days away - what to expect from GMS
WATCH: Who is the NBA's GOAT? Davis makes his call...
Who is the greatest NBA player of all time? Two-time All-Star Baron Davis can't decide...
WATCH: Giants Of Africa takes Women's Basketball to Somalia
Giants of Africa partnered with Elman Peace Centre to run a day clinic in Mogadishu, Somalia. Elman Peace Centre is a non-profit organization that rehabilitates survivors of gender-based sexual violence and child soldiers. The centre incorporates art and sports for development. Scars of sexual abuse and violence rob children of their chance to fulfil their potential and sports restore it. The day clinic consisted of 50 girls enrolled in the Elman Peace Basketball Club. Each girl received a full Nike kit that included sneakers, jerseys and shorts. For the day, GOA coaches put the girls through various basketball stations where they learned the fundamentals of basketball. The energy was top notch. On this beautiful sunny day, resilience and joyful does not begin to describe the girls from the Elman Peace Centre.
WATCH: Giants Of Africa South Sudan - Women's sport "Be Bold"
Giants of Africa is committed to making a difference, not only in camps but also in the communities our campers are a part of. During our journey through Africa each summer, GOA Staff visits various underserved areas and charitable foundations in Nigeria, Kenya, Mali, Cameroon, Ghana and Rwanda. Our visits include similar services offered at our camps, including inspirational and educational talks, life lessons, product giveaways and impromptu basketball games. GiveMeSport supports Giants Of Africa. To find out more, please visit www.giantsofafrica.org
WATCH: Women's sport with Giants Of Africa in South Sudan 2019
It wasn’t long to feel welcomed in Juba, South Sudan. As soon as the Giants of Africa crew stepped off the plane, they were greeted by members of the South Sudan Basketball Federation as well as staff from the Luol Deng Foundation, including Luol’s brother, Deng Deng. GOA’s own Sarah Chan, who was born and raised in Juba, was monumental in partnering Giants of Africa with the Luol Deng Foundation. Together, at Juba University, on a double court named after the late Manute Bol, the two foundations began their collective initiative – to provide a few days of high-level instruction (and fun) for 53 deserving, talented kids.
WATCH: Giants Of Africa Tanzania Moments for Women's sport
Another hot August day in Africa, and another Giants of Africa first – this time the team landed in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, to continue the mission of youth empowerment through basketball. The most populous city in the country is banked by the Indian Ocean and serves as the hotbed for the arts, especially fashion, media, music, and film and television. The International School of Tanganyika (IST) was the backdrop for girls and boys combined camp, creating a spirited, educational, and dynamic experience for the kids. From the opening drill to the final cheer, it was evident that Tanzania wanted to let the Giants of Africa team know: they want basketball, and they’re willing to work for it. After a hyper-competitive two days, it was the girls that stole the show, electrifying the crowd with their All-Star game performance. A barrage of 3’s caused an eruption so strong, the referees had to clear the on-looking players (and some of the coaches) as they rushed the co
WATCH: Giants Of Africa Tanzania Moments
Giants of Africa is committed to making a difference, not only in camps but also in the communities our campers are a part of. During our journey through Africa each summer, GOA Staff visits various underserved areas and charitable foundations in Nigeria, Kenya, Mali, Cameroon, Ghana and Rwanda. Our visits include similar services offered at our camps, including inspirational and educational talks, life lessons, product giveaways and impromptu basketball games. GiveMeSport supports Giants Of Africa. To find out more, please visit www.giantsofafrica.org
WATCH: I AM A GIANT Tanzania Community Outreach with Women's sport
Giants of Africa is committed to making a difference, not only in camps but also in the communities our campers are a part of. During our journey through Africa each summer, GOA Staff visits various underserved areas and charitable foundations in Nigeria, Kenya, Mali, Cameroon, Ghana and Rwanda. Our visits include similar services offered at our camps, including inspirational and educational talks, life lessons, product giveaways and impromptu basketball games. GiveMeSport supports Giants Of Africa. To find out more, please visit www.giantsofafrica.org