The Spanish Basketball Federation celebrates yet another summer of great earned medals. The highest medal received was the Silver Medal in the 2012 London Olympics, earned by the Mens National Team in their lost to Team USA by only 7 points (100-107). Spain’s youth have tallied a few medals as well as 2 Gold Medals, [...]
Both teams started with great momentum and uptempo during the first half. Team USA went into half-time with a one point lead over Spain 59-58. Carlos Navarro led Spain in the first half with several triples and drives to the basket and finished the game with 21pts. During the second half Spain was able to [...]
Down most of the game, did not mean it was over for Spain. They fought back to beat a very strong and feisty French team to reach the semis. Led by Marc Gasol 14 points and Juan Carlos Navarro 12pts. The Spanish team will fight for medals again with the best in London after winning [...]
Spain had to recover after a horrible first half to overcome Australia in route to defeat Australia 82-70. Pau Gasol led Spain with 20 points and Rudy Fernandez had a power game finishing with 17 points.Without the presence of Carlos Navarro who was out with an ankle and foot injury, Spain was able to prevail [...]
With Pau Gasol leading the way and taking charge by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds help get Spain over China during their London Olympics debut. Spain came out tough on defense during the first half and made easy baskets during the first half against China, going into the half 54-41. However, during the 3rd [...]
204 Athletes from Spain will participate in the London 2012 Olympics.
Spain got off to a good start during the first quarter as Team USA struggled to score after the first 3 point basket by Chris Paul. Spain defended the basket and the inside presence of Serge Ibaka, Spain was able to contain and maintain a lead by eigh points (48-40) to finish the first half. [...]
Last night, Spain defeated Argentina clearly by 20 points (105-85), led by Pau Gasol with 17 points and 6 rebounds. Spain has shown during these preparation games that they are top favorites to reach the medal games and contest Team USA for the Gold Medal in London. The final and biggest test during the preparation [...]
Two days ago, tennis star Rafeal Nadal and close friend to Pau Gasol announced that he will not participate in the 2012 London Olympics due to an injury. Three weeks ago, Nadal was selected as the flag bearer for Spain during the Opening Ceremony, that responsibility was later passed onto Pau Gasol. Gasol announced his [...]
Spain’s Men National Team have gotten off to great start during their quest for gold at the 2012 London Olympics. The first preparation game against the London Olympics host, Great Britain was victorious for the squad. It look lots of hard work to get the win (78-74) over Team GB. Marc Gasol and Pau Gasol [...]
The full roster for the Spain Men’s Olympic Basketball for the London 2012 Games have been announced and the official presentation of the team occurred today. Spain will tip off their first pre Olympic practice games on July 9th in Valladolid against Great Britain. View the full schedule. Roster José Manuel Calderón – Toronto Raptors Sergio [...]
Spain will be starting their summer training camps during the beginning of July. The presentations date for the team, players and coaches will be announced soon. Below is the tentative schedule for the Spanish Men National Team before heading to the 2012 London Olympic Games. July 9th Spain vs Great Britain – Valladolid July 10th [...]
First Round London Olympic Basketball Schedule June 29th Group A – Qualifier vs Tunisia – 09.00 Group B – Brazil vs Australia – 11:15 Group A – USA vs France – 14:30 Group B – Spain vs China – 16:45 Group B – Qualifier vs Great Britain – [...]
Tickets are now on sale for the Barcelona Pre-Olympic basketball tournament featuring: Team USAB, Argentina and host Spain. July 22 and July 24 USA Basketball will take on Argentina and Spain. Ticket prices start at 60 euros. It will be held in Palau Sant Jordi located in Passeig Olímpic, 5 Barcelona (Barcelona) Buy tickets here
Spain started the game with strong and solid defense that gave them a 7-0 lead over the Germans and closing out the first period with a 21-12 lead to begin the Eurobasket campaign. Top performances by veteran Elisa Aguilar and Alba Torrens who lead Spain in scoring. Amaya Valdemoro had a very great performance despite [...]
With the marks of top Spanish National teams and figures such as Rafael Nadal who just won the Wimbledon after a 44 year drought for Spanish Players and the Spanish Soccer team who also won the Euro2008 after not winning in the 40s. The national teams for Spain both women and men are hoping to follow in those footsteps in Pekin during the Olympic Summer Basketball Games!
Basketball – Baloncesto
Pass – Paso
Shot – Tiro
Foul – Falta
Free Throws – Tiros Libres
Zone – Zona
Dribble – Bota
Rebound – Rebote
Turnovers – Balones Perdido
Dunk – Mate
Wing Guard/Guard – Alero
Point Guard – Base
Center – Pivot
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2011 Euroleague Women’s Champion
Highlights Copa de la Reina 2011 (Rivas Champion)
Video highlights from Spain vs USA (Global Community Cup) 85-86
Video highlights directly from the Copa de la Reina in Zaragoza. Ros Casares win over yet again Perfumerias Avenida.
The city of Madrid had a parade and celebration for Spain’s Mens National Basketball Team on September 21st. Back from Poland with a Gold Medal for the country.
Rudy Fernandez 2009 All-Star Dunk Contest 42 points.
