Every season, the One Team Awards celebrate the clubs in the EuroLeague and BKT EuroCup that make a real difference in their communities through impactful social projects. The 2024-25 season, once again, showcased how basketball can be a powerful tool for change, reaching thousands of people across Europe.
On Tuesday, September 9, during the closing day of the 15th One Team Annual Workshop, the spotlight was placed on those clubs who went above and beyond with their One Team initiatives. The Gold, Silver, and Bronze Program Awards were revealed, along with the Best One Team Ambassador accolade.
The event also featured a special call with Kyle Hines, a four-time EuroLeague champion and long-time Global One Team Ambassador, who underlined the value of the program after officially retiring from basketball, as well as Adam Waczynski, who spent three years as a One Team Ambassador during his time playing for Unicaja Malaga in the EuroLeague and EuroCup.
"Even though I’ve just closed the chapter on my playing career, my belief in the power of basketball to change lives remains,” said Kyle Hines, Global One Team Ambassador. “One Team proves every day that what happens off the court is just as important as what happens on it. When we come together to support these programs, we give people confidence, hope, and the tools to succeed well beyond basketball. That’s why One Team is so special – and why all of us have a responsibility to keep pushing its mission forward."
