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Bear

Years ago

BA needs a policy for "Academies"

@Libertine, that's an interesting point you make about FIFA. I wasn't aware of it and it answers the OP's question better than other posters.

It also poses some questions about how FIFA has managed to control or manage such programs in soccer and if in fact it is working?

Whether BA or FIBA is best placed to do so with basketball is also a question for consideration, but whether it is in fact needed is the key. We are talking about businesses set up to make a profit first and foremost are we not?

That being the case, free trade should exists, however rules and controlling measures to check on the quality and validity of such businesses should also be important for consideration...

If such businesses are becoming prevalent, FIBA needs to be aware of the potential dangers from those who promote themselves falsely and the damage they can do without some form of industry regulation.

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Anonymous

Years ago

These "tours" are everywhere now, the basic domestic team can go on a tour to play some organised games in USA if they gave the money to pay, but the standard they play is often worse than their own. They are sold on the hype that "they will be seen" but by who is the question, it's all about money.

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Years ago

Some relatively simple and quick advice is available on PnR in how to prepare for college.

Preparing Aussie kids for US college basketball

Academy type programs have their place, and yes they provide a service and charge for that service. They do provide help on and off the court, and for the right situation they can help an athlete reach their goals.

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Anonymous

Years ago

All these academies are just money making ventures, but if you can afford them and your not getting the looks with the elite pathways of BA then I suppose they could be your answer, a lot are happening out of Australia so BA would have no control anyway

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Michael

Years ago

I'm in NYC for the next week and going to a Knicks and a Nets game. I've got really good seats (courtside and 6th row), so banners might get some TV time.

Any ideas? Seeing Knicks VS Nets and Nets VS Cavs.

Hoops.com shoutout? "Knicks - Please sign Paul Rees?"

Let me know...

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