HOOPS FOR SCHOOLS

Hoops For Schools is a primary school basketball program developed by FIBA with the aim to introduce the young children to sport through a range of fun activities. This program is specially designed for children aged 5 to12 years old. It is not just about playing basketball – it is about staying active and using cool new technology to make it even more fun!

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If your country is not part of the Hoops For Schools programme yet, please contact us directly by clicking the “JOIN THE PROGRAM” button.

Azerbaijan Basketball Federation
Person in charge:
Nariman Maharram
Contact
Basketball Belgium
Person in charge:
Alexander Byttebier
Contact
Croatian Basketball Federation
Person in charge:
Marko Montana
Contact
Cyprus Basketball Federation
Person in charge:
Kyriacos Adamou
Contact
Czech Basketball Federation
Person in charge:
Jiří Novotný
Contact
Danmarks Basketball-Forbund
Person in charge:
Anton Elsner
Contact
Basketball England
Person in charge:
Laura Doherty
Contact
Estonian Basketball Association
Person in charge:
Jalmar Joosep Saar
Contact
Georgian Basketball National Federation
Person in charge:
Shalva Oniani
Contact
Gibraltar Amateur Basketball Association
Person in charge:
Jason McMahon
Contact
Deutscher Basketball Bund e.V.
Person in charge:
Brentjes, Tim
Contact
Hellenic Basketball Federation
Person in charge:
Harris Spiliakos
Contact
Basketball Ireland
Person in charge:
Casey Tryon
Contact
Federata e Basketbollit të Kosovës
Person in charge:
Sumeja Osmani
Contact
Lietuva Basketball
Person in charge:
Rasa Šernė
Contact
Fédération Luxembourgeoise de Basketball (FLBB)
Person in charge:
Liz Schmitz
Contact
Federação Portuguesa de Basquetebol
Person in charge:
Bruno Cazeiro
Contact
Federatia Romana de Baschet
Person in charge:
Maria Motorga
Contact
Basketball Scotland
Person in charge:
Emma Edwards
Contact
Swedish Basketball Federation
Person in charge:
Araz Perwizie
Contact
Swiss Basketball
Person in charge:
Domenico Marcario
Contact
Basketball Wales
Person in charge:
Gavin Lewis
Contact

Identified Challenges

Kids today are growing up in a digital world where technology is everywhere, from school to playtime. While digital tools offer many benefits, they also contribute to a more sedentary lifestyle, reducing physical activity among children.

Solutions

Hoops For Schools transforms challenges into opportunities by blending technology with sports in a fun, engaging way. Using gamification and digital tools, it motivates kids to stay active while learning essential life skills.

By combining basketball-inspired activities with creative learning, the program promotes movement, teamwork and healthy habits – turning tech into a tool for inspiration, not distraction.

Active Kids

In collaboration with European experts, we’ve created game-based videos that help teachers seamlessly integrate basketball into PE classes – making movement fun and accessible for all kids.

Play, Learn, Win

Access our free web app anytime, on any device with an internet connection. Dive into fun, game-based challenges and unlock real rewards – like basketball gear, game tickets, or even a visit from national team players.

Easy-To-Use Videos

No experience needed – our simple videos help any teacher bring basketball into the classroom. With programs like Hoops for Recycling and Hoops for Health, kids learn vital life skills while staying active.

Hoops For Schools is on a mission – we’re aiming high.

by 2026

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European Countries
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Primary schools
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Children

By the end of 2028

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Countries Worldwide

Federations using the Hoops For Schools Program