Minas Tênis Clube is back in Liga Ouro. The team from Minas Gerais returns to the competition after six years of absence.
What happened?
Liga Ouro was disputed between 2014 and 2019 and will have six teams in this season. In addition to Minas Tênis Clube, the teams Cruzeiro Basquete, Liga Sorocabana de Basquete, Basket Osasco, Esporte Clube Vitória, and Esporte Clube Pinheiros will also compete in the tournament.
Why is this important for Minas Tênis Clube?
The return of Liga Ouro is fundamental for the growth of Brazilian basketball, according to Rodrigo Franco Montoro, president of the LNB. The competition will allow for greater competitiveness for the championship and the emergence of new franchises.
What comes next?
The team that wins Liga Ouro may be eligible for a spot in the NBB 2025/26, as long as it meets the requirements set by the LNB. However, Minas Tênis Clube cannot move up, even if it wins, because it already participates in the NBB.
| Team | State |
|---|---|
| Minas Tênis Clube | MG |
| Cruzeiro Basquete | MG |
| Liga Sorocabana de Basquete | SP |
| Basket Osasco | SP |
| Esporte Clube Vitória | BA |
| Esporte Clube Pinheiros | SP |
Liga Ouro starts on March 15 and will have a new visual identity, inspired by former player Márcio Dornelles. The new logo is a 'jumpshot', a play that was his signature throughout his nearly 30 years on the court.
Liga Ouro Champions
2014 – Rio Claro Basquete (SP) 2015 – Caxias do Sul Basquete (RS) 2016 – Vasco da Gama (RJ) 2017 – Botafogo (RJ) 2018 – Corinthians (SP) 2019 – Unifacisa (PB)
The Minas Tênis Clube team is prepared for the competition and is looking for a good performance in Liga Ouro. With the experience of players like Felipe and the direction of coach Demétrius, the team from Minas Gerais has everything to make a good campaign.