Ankoay Basketball: 2027 World Cup Qualification – No US Expatriates

See you in February. All Ankoay executives, with the exception of players playing in the United States, are called for pre-selection by the Malagasy Basketball Federation in preparation for the qualification window for the 2027 World Cup.

Lova Andriantsarafara, present during the Afrobasket last year, will not be able to defend the colors of the Malagasy national team. According to explanations at the Federation level, his school in the United States cannot release him for this month of February. This is also the case for Donovan Rakotonanahary.

On the other hand, expatriates like Sitraka Raharimanantoanina, Elly Randriamampionona, Mathias M’Madi, Kiady Razanamahenina, Johan Randriamananjara, Austin Rasolonjatovo will be present. They will be supported by the best local players, Livio Ratianarivo, Arnol Solondrainy, Anthony Rasolomanana, Monja Faralahy and Fiary Rakotonirina. But there are also young players like Marco Rakotovao, Hasina Rasoloandrianina, Cédric Andriatsimialona and Kanto Arimanana.

Local players will begin regrouping from this Monday. Before joining Dakar, a complete regrouping should take place according to the Federation.

Sofia Reyes

Sofia Reyes covers basketball and baseball for Archysport, specializing in statistical analysis and player development stories. With a background in sports data science, Sofia translates advanced metrics into compelling narratives that both casual fans and analytics enthusiasts can appreciate. She covers the NBA, WNBA, MLB, and international basketball competitions, with a particular focus on emerging talent and how front offices build winning rosters through data-driven decisions.

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