Europe Basketball Academy Wins 3rd Place at the Prestigious 22nd Lyon Basketball Tournament

At Europe Basketball Academy, we don’t just train players — we prepare them to compete on the biggest stages across Europe and the world.

Our international team proudly returned from the 22nd edition of the Lyon Basketball Tournament with an outstanding 3rd place finish, standing tall against some of Europe’s top programs. The Lyon Tournament is one of the continent’s most important competitions for rising basketball talent, bringing together elite teams from France, Spain, Serbia, Denmark, Czech Republic, Netherlands, and Belgium.

For any player looking to elevate their game and gain real-world experience against top international competition — this is what Europe Basketball Academy offers.

An International Team, A Global Experience

Our squad for the Lyon Tournament showcased exactly what makes Europe Basketball Academy special: diversity, unity, and a shared commitment to excellence. Our roster included players from the USA, Mauritius, Serbia, Austria, Denmark, Estonia, the United Kingdom, Poland, and the Czech Republic — all training and competing together under the EBA banner.

This international environment doesn’t just build better players — it builds smarter players, adaptable leaders, and true global citizens ready for today’s professional basketball world.

Success Against Elite Competition

In Lyon, our players faced a demanding schedule and some of Europe’s toughest competition:

- Group stage victories over Prague Sokol (Czech Republic) and Aix Maurienne (France)

- Hard-fought game against Spirou Charleroi (Belgium)

- Semifinal qualification earned with two key group wins

- Semifinal battle vs. Bakken Bears (Denmark)

- Victory in the 3rd place game vs. Lokomotief (Netherlands) — securing a spot on the podium

Every game provided valuable lessons, opportunities for growth, and a chance for our players to showcase their skills in front of scouts, coaches, and international basketball leaders.

Why It Matters for Your Future

Tournaments like Lyon are at the heart of what Europe Basketball Academy offers:

Real competition, real exposure, real development.

For aspiring players aiming for college scholarships, professional contracts, or national team opportunities, this is the kind of experience that makes the difference.

We are proud of our team’s performance — and proud to say this was our 3rd time competing at this incredible event. The organization, level of play, and atmosphere were once again outstanding.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re serious about your basketball future — if you want to train, compete, and grow in an elite, international environment — Europe Basketball Academy is the place for you.

- Develop your skills with top coaches

- Compete across Europe in prestigious tournaments

- Build a global basketball network

- Prepare for your next step — college or pro

Join the grind. Join the legacy. Europe Basketball Academy. Learn about programs here.