The Chile national basketball team is controlled by the Federación de Básquetbol de Chile. It is affiliated to

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, under the zone confederation of

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. In the 1950s, Chile had one of the finest national basketball teams in the world. In more recent years team has primarily competed regionally at the

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History

Past years

The team has a distinguished history in international and regional competitions, with notable successes in the

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and the

s. In the FIBA World Cup, Chile won two bronze medals: the first in the first ever World Cup in 1950 played in

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, Argentina and another in

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when Chile hosted the tournament. In the South American Championship, Chile achieved its peak performance with a gold medal in

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on home soil. They also secured silver in 1932 and 1934, along with several bronze medals in the 1940s and 1950s, underlining their regional strength. The team won bronze medals in 1942 (Chile), 1947 (Brazil), 1949 (Paraguay), and 1953 (Uruguay), proving their consistency in regional competitions during that era, being considered one of the strong teams of

. Additionally, Chile’s performances in the

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have been impressive in more recent years. They clinched gold in 2022 in Paraguay, building on a series of strong performances, which included silver in 2014 when the games were held in

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, and bronze medals in 1982 (Argentina), 2010 (Colombia), and 2018 (Bolivia). These achievements highlight Chile's resilience and ongoing competitiveness in basketball throughout various decades. Though the team has struggled to maintain a dominant presence on the global stage, they have qualified for several major tournaments, including the Olympic Games and multiple FIBA World Cups. Despite recent challenges, the Chilean team remains an important part of basketball's development in South America. The competitive record section highlights their journey and involvement in various competitions like the

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and

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Recent years

The Chile men's national basketball team is currently in a rebuilding phase, striving to regain their former competitiveness on the international stage. While the team has faced challenges in recent years, including inconsistent performances in major tournaments such as the

qualifiers, there is renewed focus on developing young talent and improving their regional standing in South America with players like Sebastián Herrera, Franco Morales, Gerardo Isla, Nico Carvacho or Manny Suárez as important players of this era.

Stadium

The

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, also known as ''La Catedral'', located in

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, Chile, is a prominent indoor

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that plays a key role in hosting Chilean basketball events. With a seating capacity of about 5,000, it has been a frequent venue for domestic and international competitions, making it a significant home court for the Chilean team. Its intimate yet vibrant atmosphere makes it ideal for high-stakes basketball games, fostering strong support for the home team. The Chilean men's national basketball team has utilized the ''Coliseo'' for numerous tournaments and training sessions. As a key sports hub in the region, the venue has hosted pivotal games in the team’s competitive history, including preparations for international events like the FIBA World Cup qualifiers. Its central role in national basketball reflects the importance of local infrastructure in supporting Chile's basketball development on both a regional and international level.

Competitive record

Olympic Games

FIBA World Cup

FIBA AmeriCup

''yet to qualify''

Pan American Games

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: 5th *2019 : ''Did not qualify'' *

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: 5th

FIBA South American Championship

Results and fixtures

Matches

Players

Current squad

The following players were called up to the squad for the

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matches against Colombia and Venezuela on 22 and 25 November 2024, respectively.

National team rosters

Chile national basketball team rosters

Coaches

Current staff

Past head coaches

* Juan Manuel Córdoba: 2023-

Notes

References

External links

FIBA Chile

www.febachile.cl

of Chile team participations

Videos

Chile v Marquette University 1972Chile v Peru - Game Highlights 2016 South American Championship
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