EuroProBasket’s Global ID Camp: Pro Basketball Pathway for Canadians Revealed in Exclusive Interview with CEO Brad Kanis
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EuroProBasket, Europe’s premier international basketball academy based in Valencia, continues to lead the way in overseas player development and professional placement. This mission was emphasized in a new high-profile interview featuring EuroProBasket Founder and CEO Brad Kanis on the respected basketball platform In The Fourth.
Recorded live at the EuroProBasket Global ID Camp hosted at Carleton University in Ottawa, Canada, the interview offers rare insights into how the Academy prepares athletes for professional basketball careers in Europe and abroad.
From Professional Player to Global Basketball Visionary
Brad Kanis—whose international playing career spans multiple continents—shared how his experiences shaped the Academy’s unique approach to player development. Understanding firsthand the challenges of being an import player in a foreign league, Kanis created EuroProBasket to fill the gap between raw talent and professional opportunity.
“EuroProBasket was founded in 2015 with the sole goal of developing players and guiding them to the next stages of their professional careers,” Kanis explained.
Today, EuroProBasket is widely recognized as a global leader in preparing athletes for overseas competition and connecting them with teams across Europe.
Why EuroProBasket Leads the Industry: Global Reach + World-Class Facilities
Kanis highlighted the Academy’s two greatest strengths: its far-reaching European network and its elite training headquarters.
Unmatched Player Placement Success
EuroProBasket has placed over 300 players on teams across 20+ European countries, utilizing deep relationships with coaches, team managers, scouts, club presidents, and agents at every level.
Strategic Partnership with Valencia Basket
EuroProBasket maintains an active partnership with Valencia Basket, positioning the Academy in the heart of one of Europe’s most respected basketball ecosystems.
Europe’s Most Advanced Training Facility
Based in Valencia, the Academy operates out of the largest and most technologically advanced basketball training facility in Europe, giving players a professional environment built for growth and performance.
The Global ID Camp Advantage: Exposure, Education & Early Recruitment
Hosting the interview at the EuroProBasket Global ID Camp underscored the importance of athlete exposure during Europe’s early signing period. Kanis explained that these camps prepare players both physically and mentally for the European game before they ever set foot overseas.
Players receive exclusive instruction on critical topics such as:
European basketball concepts & style differences
How agents & contracts work in Europe
Passport and nationality strategies for overseas players
Keys to succeeding as an import player
Common challenges when playing abroad—and how to overcome them
This combination of education and high-level exposure makes EuroProBasket one of the most effective pathways to signing a professional basketball contract in Europe.
Take Your Shot at a Professional Career
Brad Kanis’s interview reinforces EuroProBasket’s status as a global powerhouse in international basketball development and player placement. For athletes dreaming of playing professional basketball overseas, the Academy provides the training, exposure, and network needed to turn potential into contracts.
Ready to start your professional journey?
Watch the full interview on The Fourth’s Patreon channel, and explore our programs—including the Global ID Camps in partnership with the Carleton Ravens—on the EuroProBasket website.
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