Competition

The European Universities Basketball Championship 2027 will bring together university basketball teams from across Europe for a week of competition, sportsmanship and the unique spirit of European university sport. The championship will take place in Zadar, Croatia, from 21 to 28 July 2027.

 

Competition Information

Key Dates

• 20 July – Arrival, Accreditation
• 21 July – Training, General Tehnical Meeting, Opening Ceremony
• 22–29 July – Competition
• 26 July – Free day
• 28 July – Final day
• 29 July – Award & Closing Ceremony
• 30 July – Departure

The schedule is subject to change. Further details will be published closer to the championship.

 

Opening Ceremony

The Opening Ceremony is planned for 21 July 2027 at 20:00 at the Roman Forum, in front of the Church of St. Donatus, in the historic centre of Zadar.

 

Photo by Fabio Šimićev, Zadar Tourist Board

 

The Opening Ceremony details are subject to change. Further information will be announced closer to the event.

 

Closing Ceremony

The Closing Ceremony will take place following the final competition match and will mark the conclusion of the European Universities Basketball Championship 2027. The ceremony will include an awards presentation honouring outstanding athletes and teams and will be held at the Višnjik Sports Center.

Further information about the date, time and broadcast will be provided closer to the championship.

 

Main Competition Venue

All championship games and training sessions will take place at the Višnjik Sports Center in Zadar. The sports centre includes five indoor halls under the same roof, all of which will be used for competition and training during the EUC 2027. The Krešimir Ćosić Hall serves as the main arena, with a capacity of 9,000 spectators.

 

 

Official Event Map

The official event map will be available here closer to the championship and will include key championship locations, venues, accommodation and other important points.

Official Event Map — coming soon

 

General Handbook

The official General Handbook will be available closer to the championship and will provide teams and participants with important information about the event, including:

• Event overview
• Competition and sport-specific information
• Transportation and logistics
• Venues and facilities
• Ceremonies
• Rules and regulations
• Practical information for participants

General Handbook — coming soon

 

Participating Universities

The list of participating universities and countries will be published closer to the championship.

Participating Universities — coming soon

 

Follow the Championship

 

All important links Find all important information HERE  including schedule and results, livestream, photo gallery, venue map, contact and General handbook. Once you receive your accreditation, you will also be able to access this information anytime by scanning the QR code on the back of your accreditation card.

 

Results

The EUSA Results System will provide live results, rankings and progression details throughout the championship.

 

Livestream

Games will be livestreamed on the official EUSA Basketball YouTube channel, allowing supporters across Europe to follow the action in real time.

 

Photo Gallery

A continuously updated gallery with professional event photos will be available throughout the championship.

The Photo Gallery link will be published here once available. Photos will be available for media use with the appropriate photo credit: PHOTO: EUSA Basketball 2027

 

We look forward to welcoming university basketball teams, coaches, officials and supporters to Zadar in July 2027!