Mt. Lebanon junior guard Liam Sheely and Greensburg Central Catholic senior point guard Erica Gribble have been named Athletes of the Week after leading their teams with clutch scoring, resilience and record-chasing performances in WPIAL basketball.
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Al-Riyadi Beirut Wins Second Abu Dhabi International Basketball Championship
Beirut’s Al-Riyadi has won the second Abu Dhabi International Basketball Championship, adding another trophy to the club’s packed cabinet and giving Lebanese fans a fresh reason to celebrate their team’s regional dominance.
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Lebanon Pushes Japan in Narrow Asia Cup Defeat
Lebanon’s women’s basketball team fell 68–72 to powerhouse Japan in Group Two of the FIBA Women’s Asia Cup 2025 in Shenzhen, but a standout 27-point performance from Rebecca Akl and determined play from the entire squad showed that Lebanon can compete against Asia’s elite.
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Lebanon Edges Qatar in Doha International Basketball Tournament
Lebanon's men's basketball team earned a tight 72-69 win over host nation Qatar at the Doha International Quadruple Tournament, securing a second straight victory after an opening defeat to Egypt. The result reinforces Lebanon's reputation as one of the region's toughest national teams.
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Lebanon Outplays Philippines at Doha International Basketball Championship
After an opening loss to Egypt, Lebanon?s national basketball team responded with an emphatic 75?54 win over the Philippines at the Doha International Friendly Championship. The victory puts Lebanon back on track and sets up a decisive meeting with hosts Qatar.
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Beirut First Club Lifts 34th Dubai International Basketball Championship
Beirut First Club has won the 34th Dubai International Basketball Championship, defeating the Tunisian national team 80?72 in the final. The title is another major statement for Lebanese club basketball on the regional stage.
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Beirut First Records Second Straight Win at Dubai International Basketball Championship
Beirut First Club secured its second consecutive victory at the 34th Dubai International Basketball Championship with an 87?80 win over Jordan?s Ittihad Amman. Forward Ali Haidar led the way with 20 points in another strong showing for the Lebanese side.
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Lebanese Legend Fadi El Khatib Joins FIBA Hall of Fame Class of 2025
Lebanese basketball icon Fadi ?The Tiger? El Khatib has been named to the FIBA Hall of Fame Class of 2025, recognising his exceptional impact on the game in Lebanon, Asia and beyond. The honour crowns a career that helped define an era for the national team.
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Al Riyadi Beirut Finishes Fourth at FIBA Intercontinental Cup After Narrow Loss to Tasmania JackJumpers
Al Riyadi Beirut lost 75?80 to Australia?s Tasmania JackJumpers at the FIBA Intercontinental Cup, finishing fourth overall but earning respect for a strong showing on the global club stage. The performance underlines Lebanese club basketball?s growing international reach.
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Al Riyadi Beirut Beat Petro de Luanda to Earn Shot at FIBA Intercontinental Cup Bronze
Al Riyadi Beirut edged Petro de Luanda 80?75 to earn a chance to play for third place at the FIBA Intercontinental Cup, led by a standout performance from Manny Harris and double-digit contributions across the frontcourt.