The Gabon national basketball team, led by coach Johd Masnoudji, has begun its preparatory phase for the Afrocan 2027 tournament. The team is set to compete in the Zone IV championship, which will take place in Douala, Cameroon. According to Masnoudji, the team's preparation has been going well, despite a recent postponement of the competition from September 28 to October 4, to October 10-13.
The team's program of preparation was defined to include three weeks of training in an external setting and two weeks in a closed camp. The training sessions have been taking place without any issues and are proceeding smoothly. Masnoudji noted that the team's roster is almost complete, with the majority of local players having reported for duty since the start of preparations.
The team's selection process involved a thorough scouting and follow-up of players by the technical staff and national coach. Masnoudji revealed that he has been monitoring the progress of national players in various competitions, including the Gabon Cup. The team has a large database of players from different cities in Gabon, which helped in selecting a preliminary squad for the upcoming competition.
The team's current focus is on developing its style of play, both offensively and defensively, as well as building complementarity between players and physical conditioning. The coach emphasized that building a national team is an ongoing process that goes beyond just competitions. The team's technical staff has been working tirelessly to ensure that the team is well-prepared for the tournament.
The Afrocan 2027 tournament is an important competition for Gabon, and the team is determined to make a strong showing. The team's preparation has been ongoing since March, with players being monitored in their respective clubs. The team's goal is to build a solid and competitive squad that can make an impact in the tournament.
According to Masnoudji, the team's roster will be boosted by the addition of two foreign-based players, who will join the team for the final phase of preparations. The team will be based at the Nkok multisectoral center for the final stages of its preparations. The coach expressed satisfaction with the team's progress so far and is optimistic about its chances in the tournament.
The Gabon national team's preparation for Afrocan 2027 is part of a broader effort to develop basketball in the country. The team's performance in the tournament will be closely watched by fans and officials, who are eager to see the team make a strong impact. With a focus on local talent and a well-planned preparation program, the Panthères are poised to make a strong showing in Douala.
Key points
- The Gabon national basketball team is focusing on local talent for the Afrocan 2027 tournament.
- The team's preparation has been ongoing since March, with a focus on developing its style of play and physical conditioning.
- The team will be boosted by the addition of two foreign-based players for the final phase of preparations.
