Articles
In-depth features, scouting reports, rankings, tournament guides, and analysis of the world's elite youth basketball prospects by HoopsHQ's head international scout Oliver Fell.
The Search for the Wemby Stopper
With the basketball world’s eyes fixed on NBA Superstar Victor Wembanyama, every team in the NBA is asking one question: Who can stop him?
My 5 Favorite International Prospects from Summer 2026
I watched over 1000 youth basketball games this summer. Here's the collection of players who captured my attention, admiration, and adoration across the summer competitions of 2026. I'm breaking down my favorite players, what endears them to me, and why I think they are all going to be great.
Top 5 Future Stars at the 2026 FIBA U18 Asia Cup
Taking a look at the 5 Most Promising Players we saw at the 2026 FIBA U18 Asia Cup and telling you what makes them so effective.
Top 5 Future Stars at the 2026 FIBA U18 AfroBasket
Breaking down the most promising players from the next generation of African basketball.
2026 Canada U17 National Championships Full Breakdown
The Rosters, Heights, School, Accomplishments, Ages and more for each of the 130+ players at the 2026 Boys U17 National Championships in Regina, Saskatchewan in Canada. Scouting and evaluating top canadian talent.
Top 10 Mid Major International Imports
Reviews of the Top 10 best International Newcomers to the Mid Major College Basketball Conferences in the 2026-27 NCAA Men's Basketball season, by Oliver Fell of World Basketball Scouting.