ABOUT:
The Ialysos Basketball Academy is one of the most important sports pillars in the Dodecanese region, with the goal of developing and promoting basketball among the youth. Through training sessions that focus on improving technical skills, physical fitness, and teamwork, the Academy nurtures the values of sportsmanship in children and teenagers.
Under the guidance of Sotiris Manolopoulos, a former professional basketball player with extensive experience in Greek courts and at the highest level, young athletes learn to love the game, collaborate, and develop both their athletic identity and social character. Our team boasts many titles at the developmental level, having
won championships in all youth categories, making it the most successful team in the Dodecanese.
The Ialysos G.A.S. Basketball Academy is built on fundamental principles that shape both the athletes and their personalities. At the heart of its philosophy lies a mentality of hard work and dedication. Athletes are encouraged to work hard, push their limits, and face every challenge with determination and perseverance.
The Academy places great emphasis on discipline and respect—both towards teammates and opponents. Through systematic training, children learn the importance of consistency, self-improvement, and teamwork to achieve common goals. The team-oriented mindset is central, emphasizing the "we" over the "I" promoting solidarity and unity.
With these values, the Ialysos Basketball team not only creates capable athletes but also responsible individuals who understand the importance of effort, ethics, and integrity in every aspect of their lives.
The Academy focuses not only on athletic performance but also on cultivating sports values such as discipline, respect, and teamwork, thus creating a strong foundation for the athletes' future paths, whether as professionals or as enthusiasts of the sport.