Brisbane U16: Elite Development & Talent Identification by Nico Loureiro

About This Event

AVAILABLE FOR:
• Rep Level Male & Female players born in 2011 or 2012 with aspirations to play at the next level.

ABOUT AUSTRALIA NATIONAL TOUR – ELITE SPORT 360
• Talent identification for Elite Sport 360 player pathways
• Selection opportunities for the AUS Elite Team competing at the Avance Global Cup in Malaga, Spain
• Identification for upcoming U16 Boys & Girls European Touring Teams
• Identification for international opportunities within partner programs including: Orangeville Prep (Canada), IMG Academy (USA), Joventut Badalona (Spain), Unicaja (Spain), NCAA Division 1/2 programs
• National tour exposure across Australia, providing elite-level competition and development opportunities

INCLUDED IN THE SESSION
• 15–20 minute presentation on must-have train and play standards and how to achieve international pathways
• Expert coaching from a former NBA staff member
• Individual skill development, decision-making training, and structured drills designed for elite-level player development
• Talent identification integrated with access to a global basketball network and exposure to international tournaments, academies, collegiate programs, and professional pathways

OPPORTUNITY
• Experience first-hand international level standard of coaching
• Get identified for international opportunities, including tournaments, collegiate, or professional pathways

ABOUT ELITE SPORT 360
• International basketball development and pathway organisation
• Focused on elite training, global exposure, and structured long-term player development pathways
• Instagram: @elite.sport.360

ABOUT HEAD COACH NICO LOUREIRO
• Former 6-year NBA staff member
• Specialist in player development and decision-making
• Has coached players who progressed to the NBA, including Josh Giddey (Chicago Bulls), Dyson Daniels (Atlanta Hawks), Tyrese Proctor (Cleveland G-League), and Alex Ducas (2025 NBA Champion)
• Extensive experience in elite player development and international pathways
• Provides access to a global basketball network and professional opportunities
• Instagram: @nico.loureiro.nba

SESSION REQUIREMENTS
• Arrive 15 minutes before the session
• Signed Participant Waiver (mandatory) – players cannot participate unless the waiver is completed
• Bring your own basketball and water bottle
• If guardians wish to attend, they must remain in the designated spectator areas and are not permitted to speak to players or coaches during the session