Testimonials:

The International Basketball and Sports Academy is by far one of the best basketball academy my son has attended. Zelimir Stevanovic (Coach Z) treats each player equally and he encourages each player to reach their full potential. The training is intense and I have definitely seen an improvement in my son’s performance. Not only is he a coach but an influential role model that leads by example and inspires his team players. He follows through with his expectations of his team players.

Our two boys Nemanja 18 and Sasha 15 are involved with IBSA since 2009. IBSA provides unique and versatile training which pushes their limits thru a combination of diverse training methods, individualized exercise programs and challenging yet achievable goal setting. We can truly say that IBSA has definitely had a huge impact on Nemanja’s and Sasha’s development as basketball players, and positively affected their mental development, work ethic as well as on their overall quality of life.

Our experience with IBSA program, as been such a positive experience it is a program I love to tell people about. The quality training you receive with the IBSA is unmatched in the area. Every practice is a routinely structured skill development program where the coach(s) zone in on what your child needs help with. My daughter loves the fast and competitive flow to practice. Conditioning and court skills are two areas we have seen improvement in our daughter. With the experience the coaches bring to practice we see the value in areas of the athletes mental game as well. Learning all areas of the game from smart decision making, to knowing when to take the shot. We enjoy the high level of expectation the coach(s) have for each kid to perform at their personal best at all times. We strongly recommend IBSA to anyone wanting to take their physical/basketball training to the next level. This is one practice environment that the kids work at the same endurance level they would need to be competitive on the court. IBSA is the year round training we can’t get enough of for our daughter. Thanks IBSA!

International Basketball and Sports Academy (ISBA) is designed for serious athletes determined to reach their potential and excel at the next level. Coach Zelimir Stevanovic mixes a variety of individual and team drills (that enhance skill development and team thinking) with high tempo execution. Consistent participation and exposure prepares each athlete for the physical demands and emotional highs and lows that are part of every game. Coach Stevanovic instils in the athletes that hard work is not a skill, it is a habit! We highly recommend ISBA to all serious athletes.

As a former NBA draft choice myself I can say with great confidence that the International Basketball & Sports Academy quite possibly provides the best basketball experience in the Golden Horseshoe area. Coach Z’s years of experience as both an NCAA & European professional player are showcased at each and every practice. He possesses the rare ability to engage young athletes while ensuring the main focus remains on individual player development. I’ve had the privilege of watching many practices and consider my family blessed to have such a program locally available to my daughter. Each young participant is being molded mentally and physically by one of the area’s top teachers. It only takes one visit to be hooked on the ISBA philosophy.