The Croatian men’s U18 basketball team is set to begin its campaign at the 2025 European Championship, taking place from July 26 to August 3, 2025. The tournament takes place in Romania, and Croatia competes in the FIBA U18 EuroBasket Division B, aiming to return to the elite level of European youth basketball.

Group and Schedule

Croatia is placed in one of the group stage pools. According to the official schedule, the team’s first game is scheduled for July 25, 2025, against Slovakia. During the tournament, the team will also face other group members as they try to secure qualification for the knockout phase.

Sample game schedule

The exact schedule for later rounds will be announced after the group phase concludes.

Players and Team Ambitions

This year’s squad consists of the most talented Croatian juniors from domestic and international clubs. Among the standout players is Ivan Volf, who has announced an excellent season. The roster also includes Vice Grbić, Ivan Jurić, Roko Jemo, Toni Torbarina, and others. The coaching staff emphasizes the goal of reaching the final stages and gaining promotion to a higher competition division.

Importance and Objectives of the Competition

Participation in the European Championship is crucial for the development of young Croatian basketball players and the promotion of Croatian basketball on the European stage. The junior team has clear ambitions to confirm their talent and secure a return to the elite European division. The tournament also provides an opportunity for players to showcase their skills before transitioning to senior-level basketball and to attract attention from European scouts.

The Croatian men’s U18 basketball team embarks on a new European adventure with high ambitions, ready to face the challenges of the group stage and knockout games. Fans rightly expect an intense fight for returning to European elite basketball and representing Croatia at the highest level.