Telekom Baskets Bonn has already made several key decisions for the 2026/27 season: the roster will be bolstered by targeted signings and the return of young talents.
Which players are in focus?
German guard Kevin Yebo signed a contract in Turkey in the summer of 2023, where he plays alongside Amadou Sow. According to an Instagram post dated July 12 2023, he remains a possible candidate for the Europe Cup 2026/27 if Bonn brings him back.
How does youth development look?
The DBB organized a training camp in Ljubljana before the Euro 2026, featuring 14 prospects such as Musa Abra (CATL Basketball Löwen) and Léonar Fliege (also CATL). These players receive intensive work on explosiveness and perimeter shooting – a direct contribution to Bonn’s roster depth.
What coaching questions arise?
A young German coach with an A‑license and proven performance‑sport experience is being mentioned by several top‑flight clubs. The debate centers on giving local coaches a chance instead of hiring foreign staff. Andreas Pospischil, head coach of Bonn, stresses that a domestic coach could embed the team philosophy more effectively.
What does this mean for the upcoming EuroCup draw?
The BKT EuroCup group draw takes place on September 30 2026. Rumors suggest Dölle, Enochs and Hagenhoff might switch to a local rival. If that happens, Bonn will need to react quickly to secure paint presence and maintain three‑point efficiency.
Which open questions remain?
Whether German female players from the region will return stays uncertain. A BBC report warns of a “Super‑GAU” if top talents like Kevin Yebo stay abroad permanently. Meanwhile, management is working on a plan to offset departures from Herten and Dorsten, some of which stem from coaches’ vacation and wedding schedules.
What’s next?
In the next two months, Telekom Baskets Bonn’s management will finalize the remaining contracts and prepare Berlin training camps. The goal is to field a balanced squad of seasoned pros and rising youth that can compete in the BBL and EuroCup.