Gianmarco Pozzecco cut down their roster to 13 names ahead of the 2024 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournaments.
As the clock ticks down towards the 2024 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournaments, the Italian national basketball team is honing its lineup. After the latest round of cuts, the roster has been trimmed to 13 players, with Sasha Grant, Mouhamet Diouf, and Michele Vitali being the most recent to miss out.
Currently in the final stages of their training camp in Folgaria, the Italian squad is wrapping up intensive sessions aimed at sharpening their competitive edge. This phase marks the conclusion of their time in Folgaria before they head to Alpe Cimbra for another crucial period of preparation.
Gianmarco Pozzecco with 13 players:
Marco Spissu, Nico Mannion, Awudu Abass, Stefano Tonut, Danilo Galinari, Nicolo Melli, Giampaolo Ricci, Giordano Bortolani, Davide Casarin, Guglielmo Caruso, Acille Polonara, Alessandro Pajola, i John Petrucelli.
In the build-up to the tournaments, Italy has scheduled two significant friendly matches. On June 23, they will face Georgia in Trento, a matchup that promises to test their strategic and physical readiness. Following this, the team will travel to Madrid for a highly anticipated game against Spain on June 25. These games are set to provide valuable insights into the team’s dynamics and areas needing improvement.
Placed in Group B, Italy will be competing against host nation Puerto Rico and Bahrain. The competition is fierce, but Italy’s rigorous training and strategic planning aim to secure them a spot in the Olympic Games.
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