African basketball legend Souleyman ‘Solo D’ Diabate is set to grace the second edition of the Signature Basketball Camp in Nairobi.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe two-time Basketball Africa League (BAL) champion will spearhead a programme that aims to bring a combination of elite basketball experience with international coaching expertise and mentorship in a bid to help upcoming athletes to sharpen their game.TACTICAL ANALYSIS: How Robert Matano's KCB ended Gor Mahia's unbeaten dreamDiabate’s involvement in the camp will give participants a front-row seat to the experience and mindset of professional basketball as they will be mentored on discipline, teamwork, consistency as well as coachability, all of which are important for anyone harbouring ambitions to play at the highest level.The camp, which is sponsored by Momentum Sports Africa in partnership with Force One, will be held at Parklands Sports Club, Nairobi, across two weeks: from Monday, 16 November to Friday, 20 November, as well as Monday, 23 November to Friday, 27 November.##NAJAVA_MECA_10077510##The camp, which will be targeting young athletes between 12 and 17 years, underscores Momentum Sports Africa’s commitment to building a stronger and more sustainable sports ecosystem in Africa through athlete development, quality coaching and access to structured progression pathways.The camp’s approach to developing players both on and off the court stems from the infamous principle of “talent alone is not enough; young athletes need the right preparation, guidance and support to realise their potential”.Matasi eyes game against Arsenal greats ahead of Harambee Stars legends clashAdditionally, participants will be trained in ball handling, shooting, passing, footwork, defensive positioning, game awareness, as well as decision-making.Participants will equally learn about sports nutrition and psychology as a way of enhancing their understanding of healthy performance habits, focus, confidence, resilience and mental readiness.##NAJAVA_MECA_10077478##While the Solo D signature Basketball Camp provides a platform for talent exposure through the foundation of a wider player development pathway and connection to upcoming Talent Identification (ID) camps, it is not a guarantee of selection, scholarships, recruitment or placement.Nonetheless, athletes are equipped with stronger skills, better habits and a robust understanding of the work needed to scale the heights of basketball.Government explains closing Nyayo Stadium for 10 daysParticipants willing to join the camp will have to pay Ksh17,500 per week, with registration ongoing through the Momentum Sports Africa official portal.
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