From 1926 to 2026: Joan Laporta unveils roadmap for Barcelona’s historic 100th anniversary

FC Barcelona’s basketball department will mark a monumental milestone on Monday, celebrating its 100th anniversary as the club embarks on a major structural rebuild to reclaim its elite status on the European stage.

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A century of hoops history

According to Spanish outlet Sport, the department was officially founded on 24 August 1926 following a board meeting at the club's former headquarters near Las Ramblas.

The board approved a proposal by Pere Cusell to establish a dedicated basketball section within the institution.

Exactly a century later, the club will honor this rich history, marked by immense domestic and continental success, as well as challenging periods, with a main centenary event at the Auditori 1899.

Club president Joan Laporta will deliver the opening keynote speech, reflecting on the department's century long legacy and outlining the calendar of commemorative events planned throughout the 2026 /27 season.

A new sporting era under Sekulić

The centenary celebrations perfectly coincide with the dawn of a new sporting project.

Following a period of underwhelming results that fell short of the fans' lofty expectations, Barcelona has enacted sweeping roster changes and appointed Slovenian head coach Aleksander Sekulić to steer the team back to the pinnacle of European basketball.

Pre-Season training commences

On Monday afternoon, the first team will immediately shift its focus from celebrations to preparations, holding its inaugural training session of the season.

However, Sekulić will be working with a noticeably depleted squad due to the ongoing FIBA international break.

Available Players:

• Juan Núñez
• Mohamed Dabone
• Abdou Koné
• Josh Nebo
• Agustín Ubal
• Tyrese Martin
• Justin Robinson
• Yoan Makoundou
• Stanley Umude.
• Kevin Punter

International Absentees:

• Darío Brizuela
• Joel Parra (Spain)
• Olivier Nkamhoua (Finland)
• Olek Balcerowski (Poland)
• Tosan Evbuomwan (Great Britain)
• Umoja Gibson (Bulgaria)

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