One Team in 2025-26: The story so far

Now that the first half of the season is behind us, let’s look at what One Team has achieved to this point

As the 2025-26 season moves forward, One Team programs across Europe are already well underway. What started in 2012 as Euroleague Basketball’s social responsibility initiative continues to grow year after year, proving once again that basketball can be a powerful tool for inclusion, education and social change.

This season, 40 clubs – 20 from the EuroLeague and 20 from the BKT EuroCup – are actively running One Team programs that are tailored to the specific needs of their local communities. While each program reflects a different social reality, they all share the same goal: creating safe spaces where participants can grow, connect and feel empowered through basketball.

So far this season, One Team clubs have already launched sessions and activities that reflect the diversity and strength of the program. Inclusion remains a core pillar, with 20 programs focused on people with disabilities, offering adapted basketball sessions that promote confidence, teamwork and social interaction.

Youth empowerment is another key area of impact. Nine programs are currently supporting young people at risk of social exclusion, using basketball to reinforce values such as respect, discipline and perseverance. In parallel, clubs are addressing broader social challenges through initiatives involving refugees and migrants, prison environments, orphanages, elderly communities and situations of poverty.

Education and equality are also present on the court. School-based programs and gender-focused initiatives continue to create opportunities for learning, participation and personal development, ensuring that One Team reaches participants of all backgrounds and ages.

Beyond the weekly sessions, clubs have already taken part in meaningful awareness actions this season.

In December, One Team launched an initiative for the International Day of Persons with Disabilities to amplify the voices of people with disabilities. By sharing often-overlooked everyday experiences, the program offered new perspectives on how participants engage with the One Team mission and benefit from its support in their daily lives. The campaign was widely appreciated, reinforcing One Team’s commitment to inclusion and meaningful social impact beyond the court.

During the holiday period, several clubs organized special Christmas sessions, turning the court into a place of celebration and connection. These moments, often accompanied by small gifts for participants, highlighted the importance of belonging and togetherness.

A defining element of One Team is the involvement of its One Team Ambassadors, with each club appointing at least one player to represent the program and give it a stronger voice. These Ambassadors serve as role models, using their visibility and influence to promote inclusion, diversity and social impact through sport, while helping raise awareness of One Team initiatives and engaging with fans, partners and local communities.

By actively participating in campaigns, events and storytelling, One Team Ambassadors bring the program’s mission to life. Their involvement strengthens the connection between the team and the community, demonstrating how basketball can be a powerful tool for positive change and reinforcing the idea that impact is greater when everyone works together as one team.

Collaboration continues to strengthen One Team’s reach. Through Bouncing For Good, a joint partnership between Motorola and One Team, children in cities such as Belgrade, Valencia and London have already taken part in sessions that combine basketball, creativity and learning. Meanwhile, initiatives like basketball equipment donations have helped ensure that clubs have the tools they need to keep sessions active and inclusive.

With months of activity still to come, the 2025-26 season is already showing strong momentum. Programs are up and running, communities are engaged, and clubs are making a real difference on the ground.

One Team continues to grow not just in numbers, but in impact – one session, one connection and one community at a time.