The Kipaş İstiklal Basketbol Takımı has officially unveiled its roster, technical crew, and management team ahead of the 2025-2026 Türkiye Sigorta Türkiye Basketbol Ligi season during a press event organized with the support of the Kahramanmaraş Industrialists and Businessmen Association (KASİAD), featuring club president Hikmet Gümüşer.
Roster Build and Free Admission Policy for Kahramanmaraş
Entering the upcoming campaign, the club confirmed eight new roster additions designed to bolster its competitiveness. Speaking at the press briefing alongside club executives and players, club president Hikmet Gümüşer emphasized the team’s local roots and community commitment.
“Last season our compatriots were our biggest supporters, and we expect their backing again this season,” Gümüşer stated, highlighting that home matches at the Kahramanmaraş Merkez Spor Salonu will once more be accessible to the public free of charge. Gümüşer noted that the club aims to strengthen the city’s basketball culture and encourage youth participation through competitive play.
Opening Fixture Against Kocaeli BŞB Kağıtspor
For the opening round of the 2025-2026 schedule, the Kahramanmaraş representatives are set to host Kocaeli Büyükşehir Belediye Kağıtspor at the Kahramanmaraş Merkez Spor Salonu. While local excitement builds around the fixture, the exact date and tip-off time remain pending confirmation from the Turkish Basketball Federation (TBF), which will publish the official schedule details in the coming days.
The upcoming contest marks a notable milestone for local sports fans as competitive basketball returns to the venue under heightened expectations following summer roster adjustments.
Club Outlook and Next Steps
With pre-season training camps concluding, the technical staff is finalizing tactical preparations ahead of the fixture release by federation officials. Fans looking to follow the campaign can monitor official announcements from the Turkish Basketball Federation for ticket policies, verified match schedules, and broadcast details.

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