Our WHY

Creating Futures.

The academy was founded to empower youth in the UK who aspire to play basketball at the highest levels. By providing pathways to North America, we offer players a unique once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to travel abroad, compete against elite competition, gain exposure, and experience the intensity and excitement of North American basketball.

Our Mission

Bridging the gap.

The mission of the Beyond Borders International Academy is to bridge the gap between the underrepresented talent of the UK and the vast opportunities of North America, by providing exposure, development, and direct access to scouts and coaches through elite competition alongside personalised guidance on and off the court, to help our athletes prepare for their futures.

OUR VALUES

Opportunity

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Growth

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Exposure

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Excellence

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Community

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Opportunity • Growth • Exposure • Excellence • Community •

"BBIA was created to provide opportunities for youth who have aspirations of playing basketball at a higher level and experiencing life abroad. I know firsthand what it feels like to have big aspirations—wanting to take the next steps in my career but seeing limited possibilities due to lack of opportunities. Having gone through a journey myself, and still navigating it as a player, I understand the challenges and uncertainty that come with it. My goal with BBIA is to use the connections, knowledge, and experience I’ve gained to create the opportunities I wish I had, making the path clearer and the road smoother for the next generation to turn their dreams into reality."

Faruq Balarabe

BBIA Founder/Director