We firmly believe in the power of basketball as a catalyst for community development. Our programs are not just about teaching the sport; they are deeply rooted in the local communities we serve. By collaborating with residents and community leaders, we gain valuable insights into their unique challenges and opportunities. This enables us to develop tailor- made initiatives that address the specific needs of each community and uplift their members through the sport they love.
The story and recap of how it all began, with the bright mind Jaime Alonso narrating his journey, connecting and meeting with Johnathan Weekes and make in it all happen with Imru Duke, and Malique Lewis as the first success pathways of “from-zero-to-the-elite”
At Antillians, our mission is to be the driving force behind the promotion and development of basketball in the Caribbean islands, with a special focus on fostering growth and excellence in the West Indies region. Our organization is dedicated to discovering and nurturing young basketball talents, imparting the fundamental skills of the sport through dedicated camps, and creating transformative experiences that lead to positive change in communities. Through meticulous scouting efforts, we seek out untapped potential in the Caribbean islands, identifying budding basketball stars with the passion and determination to succeed. By providing them with the necessary resources, support, and guidance, we aim to propel these individuals to reach their full potential as athletes and role models.
IMRU DUKE: THE FIRST TRAILBLAZER
Began in basketball aged 18. Jaime Alonso discovered him on Twitter, through an NGO that worked in Trinidad and Tobago and when she saw some videos of him, she was surprised by his physique. Duke arrived in Spain in May 2018 and by 2021 he was an NBA Draft early entrant.
MALIQUE LEWIS EXPLODES ONTO THE EURO SCENE
Propelled by Caribbean Hoops, at the end of 2019, he arrived in Spain to play in the youth setup of Torrejón Basketball Academy aged 16. Two years and thirty eight days later, Lewis made his ACB debut with Baloncesto Fuenlabrada
JABARI NARCIS STEADILY RISES IN THE PRO RANKS
Graduated from Texas Arlington in the NCAA D-1, and boasts a career that has taken him to the Spanish LEB Oro, the NBA G-League and nowadays Japan’s B- League
POSITION: CENTER / STRETCH CENTER
POSITION: SHOOTING GUARD / SMALL FORWARD
POSITION: SMALL FORWARD
POSITION: CENTER / STRETCH CENTER
POSITION: SHOOTING GUARD
POSITION: POINT GUARD
POSITION: THROWBACK CENTER
POSITION: TWENEER FORWARD
POSITION: CENTER / POWER FORWARD
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