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2023 FIBA World Cup: Can Luol Deng's South Sudan make history?

If South Sudan win any of the three qualifying games against Senegal, Democratic Republic of Congo, and hosts Egypt, their men's team will book their spot in this summer’s World Cup, jointly held in Japan, Philippines, and Indonesia.

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Luol Deng exclusive - 2023 FIBA World Cup: “It's not about basketball, it's about South Sudan”

Speaking in a wide-ranging interview for an upcoming episode of The Olympics.com Podcast, Deng spoke about the force of South Sudanese basketball, the qualities that make the men’s team competing at the World Cup so special, and how Paris 2024 fits into the picture.

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Behind former NBA forward Luol Deng’s coaching and charity, South Sudan basketball is on the rise

Along with Brooklyn Nets assistant Royal Ivey, the retired player has led the African nation to within one win of qualifying for the 2023 FIBA World Cup. As Luol Deng represented Great Britain during the opening ceremony of the 2012 London Games, he pondered what it would mean for his birth country of South Sudan to one day experience similar pride.

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From Basketball Africa League and beyond, Luol Deng's journey continues

It was at the 2012 NBA All-Star game at the Amway Center in Orlando, Florida where Luol Deng went outside the NBA All-Star dress code to wear a black t-shirt adorned with a stylized outline of the continent of Africa. It was a monumental moment for Deng, a simple yet impactful way to honor where he came from and inspire the many kids that look up to him.

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How South Sudan basketball continues to stun Africa under Luol Deng

Just over two years after he ascended to the helm of South Sudan Basketball Federation, the impact he has created has been big and the performance of the team hugely satisfying.

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Luol Deng Foundation: Strengthening South Sudan Youth Through the Power of Sport

Our guest writer is Saree Mading, Chief of Staff for the Luol Deng Foundation, a MATTER Pro partner. The Foundation recently began a new initiative, the South Sudan Youth Camp Activity, to strengthen and develop the youth of South Sudan through the power of sport.

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Bulls Host Fireside Chat with Luol Deng and Lymari Media

On April 22, the Bulls hosted a fireside chat at Semicolon Bookstore & Gallery with Lymari Media and Bulls Legend Luol Deng, celebrating the launch of the graphic novel Queen Amani Renas: Protector of Nubia with students from Chicago Bulls College Prep and Urban Prep Academies.

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How NBA Star Luol Deng is fostering peace in South Sudan

On International Day of Sport for Development & Peace, we take a look at former refugee, Chicago Bulls icon and Olympian Luol Deng's inspirational story, and how he is making a positive impact in South Sudan.

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5th Annual Awards Ceremony

On March 5th 2022 LDF hosted it's 5th Annual Awards Ceremony at the Manute Bol Basketball Court located at the University of Juba in South Sudan. Youth were recognized and highlighted for their development and accomplishments while participating in the Luol Deng and Manute Bol Development Leagues and Her Time.

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USAID Partners with LDF

In collaboration with USAID South Sudan, the Luol Deng Foundation is launching the South Sudan Youth Camp Activity, using basketball to strengthen social cohesion, develop life skills, and increase their resilience. All participants are from diverse communities and regions around South Sudan and range from age 13 to 29.

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Luol Deng awarded OBE in Queen's birthday honours list

Two-time NBA All-Star and former Great Britain international Luol Deng has seen his services to basketball recognised by an OBE in the Queen's birthday honours list.

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