Power ForwardDouala, Littoral
6'1" · 20y
Larissa Mbong
FIBA WBLA Star · Travel Approved
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Dan Battiston Foundation 501(c)(3)
Los Angeles ↔ Cameroon. Basketball & Academic Placement.
Cameroon Cup 2024 Champions & FIBA WBLA Competitor. Developing world-class basketball talent in Douala and placing student-athletes into top US colleges & prep academies.
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Our Mission
Building bridges between talent and opportunity
The International Basketball Foundation exists to give every promising Cameroonian athlete a real path — one that pairs athletic development with genuine education, safeguarding, and international student support.
Safeguarding first
Verified parental consent for minors and protected document handling throughout.
Education-led
We pair athletic opportunity with genuine academic pathways — never one without the other.
Transparent funding
Confirmed scholarships are always distinguished from estimates and potential opportunities.
How It Works
A guided journey from registration to arrival
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Register & Apply
Players complete a guided application with academic, athletic, and media information.
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Evaluation
Authorized scouts assess basketball ability, academics, and character using a structured rubric.
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School Matching
We match approved candidates with verified US schools, academies, and scholarship pathways.
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Transition & Arrival
Immigration coordination, travel, and on-campus support get players safely to the USA.
Featured Athletes
Meet the players shaping their future
Power Forward
Shooting GuardYaoundé, Centre
5'10" · 19y
Susanne Eben
Admitted — US College Match
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Small ForwardDouala, Littoral
5'11" · 18y
Kesia Andreas Kom Yagou
Matched with Prep Academy
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Point GuardDouala, Littoral
6'2" · 18y
Arouna Nkeng
Active NCAA/JUCO Recruitment
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Foundation in Action
Inside the Dan Battiston Foundation
A visual look at our Douala training academy, Cameroon Cup championship campaign, FIBA WBLA competition, and student-athlete recruitment showcase.
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Court Workouts
Daily technical and tactical drills at Complexe Sportif de Douala.
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Scouting & Evaluation Showcase
Live assessment session with regional scouts in Littoral.
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Youth Development Academy
Building fundamentals with the next generation of Cameroonian talent.
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Team Huddle & Culture
Unifying athletes from across Yaoundé, Douala, and Bamenda.
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Strength & Conditioning
Athletic preparation following FIBA & US NCAA physical standards.
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Academic Advisory Session
Guiding players through US college eligibility & English preparation.
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Senior Team Leadership
Veteran athletes mentoring younger academy prospects in practice.
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Derby Match Victory
Celebrating a decisive win in the Cameroon Elite One championship.
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Pre-Departure Briefing
Orientation for candidates heading to US prep schools & colleges.
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Coaching Staff Strategy
Technical team planning player placement and recruitment strategy.
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Foundation Community Impact
Empowering athletes and families through educational consultancy.
Success Stories
Real journeys, real results
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Aïcha Nkeng
Power Forward · 2024
Captain of the DBF Elite Women's team that won the 2024 Cameroon Cup. Aïcha led the squad in efficiency (16.3 EFF) and starred in the FIBA WBLA Africa Qualifiers before opening her US college pathway.
“The Foundation gave me a stage to compete internationally in FIBA and opened a real academic channel to America.”
Douala, Cameroon → US College Pathway · Cameroon Cup 2024 Champion
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Mariane Ebeni
Shooting Guard · 2024
Averaged 12.0 PPG and 3.0 steals for the DBF Senior Women, earning a combined athletic and academic scholarship offer in the United States.
“They believed in both my game and my GPA. Now I'm taking my basketball and my studies to the next level.”
Yaoundé, Cameroon → Lakeside Prep Academy, New Hampshire
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Joël Ateba
Point Guard · 2023
From Douala community courts through the DBF Academy to starting point guard in Maryland — Joël set the standard for DBF collegiate commits.
“DBF didn't just place me — they prepared me academically, mentally, and technically for American college athletics.”
Douala, Cameroon → Capital Community College, Maryland
Opportunities
Scholarship and educational pathways
Athletic Scholarships
Need- and merit-based scholarships at prep schools, junior colleges, and NCAA/NAIA programs.
Educational Pathways
High school completion, prep year, and degree programs matched to each player's academics.
Sponsorship & Support
Sponsorships for tuition, travel, equipment, and living costs for qualified athletes.
Our Partners
Schools and organizations we work with
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Lakeside Prep Academy
Preparatory School
CC
Capital Community College
Junior College
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Summit State University
NCAA Division II
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Riverside Basketball Academy
Basketball Academy
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Northgate NAIA College
NAIA Institution
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Liberty Heights High School
High School
Latest News
Announcements and updates
November 1, 2024FIBA WBLA 2024
DBF Champions Cameroon Cup 2024 & Competes in FIBA WBLA Africa Qualifiers
Daniel Battiston Foundation Female Senior Team delivers historical performances in Douala against top African club programs.
October 31, 2024Cameroon Elite One
Daniel Battiston Basketball defeats University of Douala in YEBC Derby
Under Head Coach Nadine SE, DBF secures major victory in Douala and finishes vice-champions in the national tournament.
September 12, 2024Foundation Impact
DBF Season Review & US Education Consultancy Summit held in Douala
Annual gathering bringing together players, coaching staff, and US academic advisors to map 2025 scholarship placements.
Testimonials
Voices from the foundation community
IBF is the most disciplined program I've worked with. Every player they send is prepared — in the classroom and on the court.
Coach Daniel Mballa
Director, Yaoundé Basketball Academy
They protected my daughter every step of the way. I always knew what was happening and who was responsible.
Mrs. Linda Fotso
Parent of IBF player
Their evaluations are honest. When IBF says a player is ready, they are — academically and athletically.
Coach Karen Reeves
Head Coach, Capital Community College
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Sponsor a scholarship, fund travel, or equip a young athlete. 100% of directed gifts go to the program you choose.
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