ISF World School Basketball Championship 2024 is Open

Jun. 24, Macao, China - ISF World School Basketball Championship 2024 is officially open in Macao, China. hosted by the local Education and Youth Development Bureau (DSEDJ).

The eight-day tournament taking place through next Tuesday involves more than 600 participants in 20 boys’ teams and 17 girls’ teams from 20 countries or regions competing in 117 matches at the Sports Complex of the University of Macau, Mong-Ha Sports Centre and Tap Seac Multisport Pavilion. The finals will be held on July 2nd at Tap Seac Multisport Pavilion.

Kong Chi Meng, DSEDJ Director said in his opening remarks: “It is particularly meaningful for the Macau Special Administrative Region to host this world class competition for the first time in the name of Macau, China… It is a rare opportunity for cultural exchange for student-athletes from all over the world to showcase their athletic talents and tenacity on this stage. It also broadens the horizons of Macau students,” adding that he expected “the mutual sparring and exchange of experience” to increase the delegates’ mutual understanding while strengthening their friendships.

Laurent Petrynka, ISF President, conveyed his special acknowledgement to the Education and Youth Development Bureau: “Your commitment not only to sports but also to school sports emphasises the well-being of future generations”. He also pointed out that basketball not only captivates but also unites people globally.

Elsie Ao Ieong U, the representative of the Chief Executive of the Macao Special Administrative Region and the Secretary for Social Affairs and Culture, declared the official opening of the event.

Antonio Hora, ISF Vice President, Zeljko Tanaskovic, ISF EC member and the event representative, as well as the People's Republic of China's representative in Macao, representatives from sponsors such as Melco Resorts & Entertainment and Li-Ning (China) Sports Goods Co., Ltd. attended the opening ceremony.

After the ceremony, the boys’ team Macao, China won the opening match against India, with a 116:30 victory.