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Cyprus Basketball Federation marks 60th anniversary with documentary screening

On May 7, 2026, the Cyprus Basketball Federation (KOK) held an event at the University of Nicosia's Discovery Hall to commemorate its 60th anniversary. The event featured the premiere of the documentary titled 'EuroBasket 2025 Limassol: The Journey,' which chronicles the efforts leading to Cyprus hosting part of the FIBA EuroBasket 2025 tournament. Minister of Education, Sports and Youth, Dr. Athena Michaelidou, attended the event representing the President of the Republic of Cyprus. The film includes interviews with key figures such as President Nikos Christodoulides, Minister of Transport Alexis Vafeades, and KOK President Andreas Mouzourides. Other featured contributors include Organizing Committee members Athos Antoniou and Mark Clerides, as well as national team coach Christoforos Livadiotis. The documentary details the preparation, planning, and execution phases of the competition hosted in Limassol. The screening was attended by state officials, sports organization representatives, sponsors, and national team members. It served as a historical retrospective of the milestones reached in Cypriot basketball.

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