By Aryn McClure, Founder of Globally Known Singapore. OCBC Arena. The ball went up, and with it, a new chapter for international basketball. The NBA Rising Stars Invitational officially tipped off, bringing together the next generation of talent from one of the world's most overlooked basketball regions - the Asia Pacific. For those unfamiliar with this side of the game, the NBA RSI serves as the premier U18 showcase across Asia and Oceania. Twenty four teams. Thirteen countr

By Aryn McClure, Founder of Globally Known Ireland may be known globally for Gaelic football and rugby, but women’s basketball is quietly building momentum across the Emerald Isle - and a new generation of talent is beginning to emerge. Photo: via Fiba Basketball It’s 6 p.m. on a Monday in Dublin. Hundreds of girls from counties across Ireland flood into the National Basketball Arena with one shared dream: earning a place on the U18 Irish National Team and representing thei

Big City. Loud talent. Quiet opportunities. By Aryn McClure, Globally Known New York City. The Mecca. Super 64 is bringing together the top 64 girls across the tri state area to showcase their IQ, skill level, and raw talent in front of Division I, II and III college coaches. The showcase is set for Saturday, May 24th at Harry S. Truman Highschool located at 750 Baychester Ave, Bronx, NY. In a city where talent is everywhere but visibility is limited, the game often gets los