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About Us
The EuroLeague Head Coaches Board (EHCB) was founded as a nonprofit sports association in February 2019 in Belgrade, Serbia. The idea of having a EuroLeague coaches association was discussed for several years amongst coaches. In June 2018 during the EB Institute Annual Workshops Head Coaches Meeting at the EuroLeague Basketball office in Barcelona, the decision was made to establish the EuroLeague Head Coaches Board.
“It was the perfect example of a clinic. I managed to write every detail I wanted!”
“Excellent basketball content with clear teaching points and practical solutions against hedge defense. The explanations were easy to follow and immediately applicable to coaching.”
“Important material for sports case study investigation on the basketball coaching fundamentals from the actions of players and their decision-making opportunities perspective.”
“Excellent session with a clear and well-structured approach to in-season practice planning. The balance between theory and practical examples made the concepts easy to understand and directly applicable. The presenters shared valuable insights from their daily coaching experience.”
“I liked Coach Laso's willingness to challenge not only the players but also the coaches. Make them think and not just serve the answers. Also I like attention to details from coach Trifunovic.”
“Outstanding session and one of the highlights of the clinic. The combination of clear teaching points, practical demonstrations, and game examples made complex transition concepts easy to understand and immediately applicable. Pablo Laso and Rado Trifunovic created an excellent learning environment by explaining not only what they do, but also why they do it. A truly inspiring presentation with many valuable takeaways for coaches at every level.”
“In my opinion the best workshop for 2 reasons. 1st and the most important, he takes the time to answer to give details and anecdote and because of it was a human experience. And the passion he has. The 2nd the way he responds with the highest technical and tactical precision level.”
“An excellent session that provided valuable insights into communication and game management from an official's perspective. The practical examples and real-life situations made the content highly engaging and relevant. Miguel Perez delivered the session with a great balance of professionalism and humour, creating an enjoyable atmosphere while sharing important lessons that are valuable for every coach.”
“Excellent presentation. Very useful to new coaches that do not communicate so often with referees except the games.”
“The educational part and act of coaching for these two basketball experts was really eye opening not only for players but for new basketball coaches too, and a lesson of how to handle a practice.”
“One of the absolute highlights of the clinic. Dimitris Itoudis and Stefanos Dedas provided an outstanding look behind the scenes of playoff preparation, explaining not only the tactical details but also the thought process behind building a series plan. The combination of practical examples, strategic insights, and honest discussion made the session exceptionally valuable. It was a rare opportunity to learn how elite coaches prepare at the highest level of European basketball.”
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What we stand for
INTERNATIONAL We want to reach out to Coaches associations around the globe
UNIFIED VOICE 
We want to speak in one voice to all stakeholders.
EDUCATION We want to transfer knowledge to coaches around the globe and to educate future coaches
REPRESENTING 
We want to be heard in governance especially labor regulations an competition developments and their implementations
CSR We want to be available for our societies to raise awareness for people with special needs or in special situations. The foundation of sports is our fans, they live for us and we live for them
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2026 EHCB Coaches Congress
Transmitting the knowledge and experience of Euroleague Head Coaches to the new generation of basketball coaches from all around the world represents one of the key founding objectives of the Euroleague Head Coaches Board.
Thank you for participating in the 2026 EHCB Coaches Congress (2–5 July, Athens).
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EHCB Video Platform
The EuroLeague Head Coaches Video Platform is the perfect tool to transfer knowledge to coaches around the globe who have not been able to attend the EHCB Coaches Congress or enroll in the EHCB Coaches Academy. We want to educate future coaches and transmit to them EuroLeague coaches' insights.
Explore videosplay_circleAbout Our Members
The Board currently consists of more than 50 members, all of whom are current or former coaches of EuroLeague, EuroCup Basketball, or National Basketball Association clubs.
Initially, we decided to include only EuroLeague head coaches. However, following the recent expansion to include EuroLeague assistant coaches, EuroCup head coaches and assistant coaches, as well as NBA coaches, the total number of members has grown more than ever before.
Sergio Scariolo
Ahmet Caki
Alberto Seravalli
Aleksander Sekulić
EHCB flagship program
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EHCB COACHES ACADEMY
The EHCB Coaches Academy was created with one clear mission: to make elite basketball coaching education accessible to coaches at every level, anywhere in the world. For decades, access to high-level coaching knowledge was often limited by geography, professional networks, or financial barriers. The EHCB Coaches Academy changes that reality by connecting ambitious coaches with the most respected minds in European and international basketball.
For nine months starting in October 2026 until July 2027, coaches will receive online lectures including the University of Belgrade General Academic Lectures, the EuroLeague Assistant Coaches Scouting Lectures, the ESCCA Strength & Conditioning Coaches Lectures, the UEBO EuroLeague Officiating Lectures, the EuroLeague Doctors Medical Lectures, the EHCB Members Online Lectures, the chance to be part of the EHCB Coaches Congress and last but not least the ability to spend during the season a whole week together with a EuroLeague coaching staff.
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Our Management
The management team of the EuroLeague Head Coaches Board consists of a diverse, passionate, and professional group of individuals from different countries and backgrounds, with decades of rich industry experience and a shared passion for the sport of basketball.
Alongside the management team, the EHCB President, Vice President, and the remaining Board members continue to play an active and crucial role in the organization’s operations and decision-making processes.
The EHCB management team is committed to carrying out its responsibilities with the highest standards of integrity and professionalism while representing its distinguished members before both internal and external stakeholders.
[ Jul 16, 2026 ]
The 2026 EHCB Coaches Congress was held in Athens, Greece, for the third straight year, and once more it was a success story.With the support of the Greek National Tourism ... Read more
[ Jul 9, 2026 ]
The biggest EHCB Coaches Congress yet was held in Athens between the 2nd and the 5th of July. Telekom Center Athens was once again the venue of the event, ... Read more
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What coaches say
“It was the perfect example of a clinic. I managed to write every detail I wanted!”
“Excellent basketball content with clear teaching points and practical solutions against hedge defense. The explanations were easy to follow and immediately applicable to coaching.”
“Important material for sports case study investigation on the basketball coaching fundamentals from the actions of players and their decision-making opportunities perspective.”
“Excellent session with a clear and well-structured approach to in-season practice planning. The balance between theory and practical examples made the concepts easy to understand and directly applicable. The presenters shared valuable insights from their daily coaching experience.”
“I liked Coach Laso's willingness to challenge not only the players but also the coaches. Make them think and not just serve the answers. Also I like attention to details from coach Trifunovic.”
“Outstanding session and one of the highlights of the clinic. The combination of clear teaching points, practical demonstrations, and game examples made complex transition concepts easy to understand and immediately applicable. Pablo Laso and Rado Trifunovic created an excellent learning environment by explaining not only what they do, but also why they do it. A truly inspiring presentation with many valuable takeaways for coaches at every level.”
“In my opinion the best workshop for 2 reasons. 1st and the most important, he takes the time to answer to give details and anecdote and because of it was a human experience. And the passion he has. The 2nd the way he responds with the highest technical and tactical precision level.”
“An excellent session that provided valuable insights into communication and game management from an official's perspective. The practical examples and real-life situations made the content highly engaging and relevant. Miguel Perez delivered the session with a great balance of professionalism and humour, creating an enjoyable atmosphere while sharing important lessons that are valuable for every coach.”
“Excellent presentation. Very useful to new coaches that do not communicate so often with referees except the games.”
“The educational part and act of coaching for these two basketball experts was really eye opening not only for players but for new basketball coaches too, and a lesson of how to handle a practice.”
“One of the absolute highlights of the clinic. Dimitris Itoudis and Stefanos Dedas provided an outstanding look behind the scenes of playoff preparation, explaining not only the tactical details but also the thought process behind building a series plan. The combination of practical examples, strategic insights, and honest discussion made the session exceptionally valuable. It was a rare opportunity to learn how elite coaches prepare at the highest level of European basketball.”