Košarkaški Savez Bosne i Hercegovine

What Košarkaški Savez Bosne i Hercegovine does

Košarkaški Savez Bosne i Hercegovine (KSBiH) is the FIBA-recognized national basketball federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, headquartered in Sarajevo and founded in 1950. Operating with approximately 20 employees, the federation governs basketball across the country at every competitive tier — senior and youth national teams (men's "Zmajevi" / Dragons and women's "Zmajice"), the top-flight MaxBet Liga BiH and Prvenstvo BiH domestic leagues, youth championships, and three parallel verticals: 3x3 basketball, wheelchair basketball, and basketball e-sports. KSBiH coordinates Bosnia and Herzegovina's participation in FIBA and FIBA Europe competitions, including EuroBasket, FIBA World Cup qualifiers, and youth European Championships, while sanctioning domestic clubs for regional leagues (ABA League, ABA 2 League, WABA League).

The federation's underlying technology footprint is modest: a WordPress-based informational website (basket.ba) serves as the primary digital channel for news, team information, and ticketing referrals to third-party platforms Kupikartu.ba and event.ba. Match coverage is broadcast regionally through Arena Sport TV and SportKlub. The federation operates a merchandise partnership with GB3 (gb3.ba fan shop) and an equipment partnership with Molten.

KSBiH is a nonprofit organization. Its revenue model combines sponsorship (Telemach as general sponsor, Maxbet naming rights, ASA Central Osiguranje, Eurofarm Centar Poliklinika, Vivia/Vitinka, Energoinvest, Molten), government support (Vlada Federacije BiH, Vlada Zeničko-dobojskog kantona), ticket sales for senior national team home games (priced at 10–40 KM), and administrative/participation revenues from domestic league and competition management. The federation's GTM motion is event-driven: it reaches audiences through organized international competitions, domestic league structures, ticket sales at Mirza Delibasic Hall (Sarajevo), Mejdan Arena (Tuzla), and Arena Husejin Smajlovic (Zenica), and broadcast/sponsorship activations.

Name

Košarkaški Savez Bosne i Hercegovine

Legal name

Košarkaški Savez Bosne i Hercegovine

Website

https://basket.ba

Company type

Private

Founded year

1950

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Košarkaški Savez Bosne i Hercegovine is the FIBA-recognized national basketball federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, headquartered in Sarajevo, governing senior and youth national teams, the MaxBet Liga BiH domestic league, and participation in FIBA Europe competitions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sports Federation Governance

NAICS

Spectator Sports (71121), Sports Teams and Clubs (711211)

akta.pro primary industry

National Governing Bodies (NGBs) (MPAKAFAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Basketball Leagues (MPAKAAAD), Amateur Sport Governing Bodies & Federations (National/Regional) (MPAKACAD)

Keywords

• National basketball federation
• Sports governance services
• Basketball competition management
• National team operations
• Youth basketball development

Headquarters

HQ city

Sarajevo

HQ country

Bosnia & Herzegovina

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Sponsorship and partnership revenue: KSBiH generates revenue through sponsorship agreements with commercial partners. Known sponsors include Telemach (general sponsor), Maxbet, Energoinvest, ASA Central Osiguranje, Eurofarm Centar Poliklinika, Vivia (official water), GB3 (fan shop), and others. The federation also receives support from government bodies (Vlada FBiH, Zenicko-dobojski kanton).
2. Ticket sales: Revenue is generated from ticket sales for national team home games. Tickets are sold through Kupikartu.ba and physical sales points including travel agencies, kiosks, and retail locations in Sarajevo, Tuzla, and other cities.
3. Domestic competition management: The federation organizes and manages domestic basketball competitions including the MaxBet Liga BiH (men's), Prvenstvo BiH (women's), and youth championships, which generate participation and administrative revenues.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

KSBiH is the national basketball federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina that governs, organizes, and administers the sport across all levels. It manages men's and women's senior national teams, youth national teams (U-14 through U-20), 3x3 basketball, wheelchair basketball, and e-sports basketball, while sanctioning domestic competitions such as the MaxBet Liga BiH and Prvenstvo BiH. The federation coordinates Bosnia and Herzegovina's participation in FIBA and FIBA Europe competitions and operates the official basket.ba website as its primary digital channel.

Product overview

Košarkaški Savez Bosne i Hercegovine is the national governing body for basketball in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The organization operates a portfolio of services including management of national basketball teams across multiple age categories (senior, U-20, U-18, U-16, U-14 for both men and women), coordination of domestic league competitions (Prvenstvo BiH / MaxBet Liga), and development of specialized programs such as 3x3 basketball, wheelchair basketball, and basketball e-sports. The organization also facilitates ticket sales for national team matches and supports youth development initiatives.

Differentiator

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Functional benefit

Products and services

• Men's Senior National Team (Muška seniorska reprezentacija BiH) The men's senior basketball national team of Bosnia and Herzegovina (known as Zmajevi/Dragons), competing in international competitions including FIBA World Cup qualifiers and EuroBasket. The team is currently ranked 33rd on the FIBA world ranking and advanced to the Round of 16 at EuroBasket 2025.
• Women's Senior National Team (Ženska seniorska reprezentacija BiH) The women's senior basketball national team of Bosnia and Herzegovina (known as Zmajice), competing in EuroBasket qualifiers and international tournaments. Qualified for EuroBasket after a 22-year absence.
• Youth National Teams (Omladinske reprezentacije) Youth national basketball teams including U-20, U-18, U-17, U-16, and U-14 categories for both men and women, participating in European youth championships and serving as the talent development pipeline for senior teams.
• Prvenstvo BiH (Bosnia and Herzegovina Championship / MaxBet Liga BiH) National basketball championship and league competitions for clubs in Bosnia and Herzegovina, including the MaxBet Liga BiH (men's premier league) and Prvenstvo BiH (women's championship). Sanctions club participation in regional leagues including ABA League, ABA 2 League, and WABA League.
• 3x3 Basketball Program (3×3 Košarka)

Quantifiable outcome

• Men's senior team ranked 33rd on FIBA world ranking after EuroBasket 2025, advancing 8 positions from prior ranking.
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and major.

• Ambasada Republike Turske u Sarajevu (Embassy of Turkey in Sarajevo)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Vice President of the Supervisory Board of KSBiH Aid Berbić made an official visit to the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey in Sarajevo, where he met with Turkish officials including Mr. Akseki to discuss strengthening cooperation between KSBiH and the Turkish Embassy. The meeting focused on enhancing bilateral basketball relations and support programs.
• TelemachcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Telemach is the general sponsor of the Košarkaški savez Bosne i Hercegovine. As the general sponsor, Telemach provides financial support and receives prominent branding visibility across all federation properties, national team events, and official communications. The partnership represents the primary commercial sponsorship relationship for the federation.
• MaxbetmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Maxbet is a betting company that sponsors the top domestic basketball league, which is named the MaxBet Liga BiH. The sponsorship naming rights for the premier men's basketball competition in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Maxbet provides financial support to the league and receives branding across league materials, venues, and broadcasts.
• ASA Central OsiguranjemajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025ASA Central Osiguranje is a Bosnian insurance company that signed a sponsorship agreement with KSBiH in 2025. The partnership provides commercial support to the federation's operations and national team activities.
• Eurofarm Centar PoliklinikamajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Eurofarm Centar Poliklinika is a medical/healthcare facility that signed a sponsorship agreement with KSBiH in 2025 alongside its sister company ASA Central Osiguranje. The partnership supports the federation's healthcare and athlete welfare-related operations.
• Vivia (Vitinka AD Kozluk)majorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Vivia natural water by Vitinka AD Kozluk became the official water of the Bosnia and Herzegovina national basketball team in 2025 through a sponsorship agreement. The partnership covers hydration support for all national team activities, training camps, and competitions.
• FIBA (International Basketball Federation)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025KSBiH is a member of FIBA (International Basketball Federation) and FIBA Europe, the global and continental governing bodies for basketball. These relationships provide official recognition, competition participation rights, refereeing standards, and access to international competition calendars and regulations.
• Košarkaški savez Kine (China Basketball Association)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025KSBiH received an invitation from Chinese Basketball Association president Guo Zhenming for the Bosnian men's national team to play two friendly games in Nanjing, China in July 2025. President of KSBiH's Supervisory Board Aid Berbić led the delegation. The women's team also played friendly matches in China in June 2025, with Chinese Ambassador Li Fan meeting the team. Cooperation between the two federations is expected to continue.
• Vlada Zeničko-dobojskog kantonamajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025The Government of the Zenica-Doboj Canton (ZDK) provided support to the women's national team by arranging ideal conditions for preparations and hosting home matches at Arena Husejin Smajlovic in Zenica. The ZDK and the City of Zenica's support enabled Zmajice to play home matches in Zenica during EuroBasket 2027 qualification windows.
• ABA LeaguecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025KSBiH clubs participate in the ABA League, a premier regional basketball league featuring clubs from Serbia, Croatia, Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, and North Macedonia. Igokea m:tel is the current Bosnian representative in the ABA League.
• WABA LeaguecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Bosnian women's basketball clubs (Orlovi, Play Off, and others) participate in the WABA Women's Basketball League, a regional competition for women's clubs from former Yugoslav countries. The league provides exposure and competitive opportunities for Bosnia's top women's clubs.
• EnergoinvestminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Energoinvest is a long-standing partner/sponsor of KSBiH, with its logo appearing on the federation's official website as a partner. The company supports the federation's commercial operations.
• Vlada Federacije Bosne i HercegovinecoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025The Government of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina is listed as a partner of KSBiH, providing institutional support and potentially co-financing national team activities and youth development programs.
• GB3minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025GB3 operates the official fan shop of KSBiH, selling official basketball merchandise and apparel for the national team. The partnership provides merchandise distribution to fans through the gb3.ba storefront.
• MoltenminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Molten is a sports equipment manufacturer that supplies official basketballs for competitions under KSBiH's jurisdiction. The partnership ensures quality basketball equipment for domestic and national team competitions.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Strengths4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ksbih
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ko%C5%A1arka%C5%A1ki-savez-bosne-i-hercegovine

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

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