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N'faba Mané

N'faba Mané is the match winner with a huge defensive play, and scoring Senegal's last 5 of 6 points for a narrow 1 point win (72-71).

An impressive two-way play off a huge block stopping Marocco's Omar Kamer easy access to a lay up, generated what was AfroBsket best sequential play if only it ended with a made dunk. Fouled on that dunk, N'faba converted the two awarded key free throws, adding seconds later another transition basket followed by an additional free throw to get enough edge to bring bronze home.

FIBA.basketball has ranked N'faba Mané as a top ten player to watch during the upcoming FIBA u18 Afrobasket in Pretoria and a legitimate MVP candidate.

The 17 year old is seen by FIBA, in their article of Aug. 30th, as a well-travelled player despite his young age, having played for Cholet, Stella Azzurra and Springdale (USA).

The 17 year old has been selected by the U18 Senegalese National Team.

N'faba Mané has made big improvements in recent times and turned heads. Besides the prestigious test invitation by Zalgiris Kaunas, the National Team selection is a statement attesting him as a prospect on the rise.

The notable progress N'faba Mané has achieved in recent times, has triggered strong interest around him. He is undertaking a tryout period in June to test waters of professional basketball in Europe while also considering returning to the US.

Between periods, N'faba will continue training with Fidesport.

In his first year in the United States, N'faba Mané as completed a good season that he started scoring in double-figures in all five first games. With a season high 23 points following the 21 points scored as the last 2023 game, he was also instrumental with 19pts. in huge win vs. N.1 Clinton Grace.

Ended season playing through pain in unperfect physical conditions at 11,2ppg., 5,6rpg, 1,8apg, 1,8spg, 1,1bpg., 2,0tpg. Recorded two double-doubles in points/rebounds.

The Paris born talent has improved far beyond expectations although it was clear from day one back in November 2021 that his potential was interesting but - along the way - he brought so much more to the table.

Fresh from scoring a season high 21 points vs. FCA, with also 9 rebounds and 3 steals on December 15th, N'faba Mané is forced to stop for a few weeks due to a severe groin strain.

Back in Paris for medical evaluation and threatment, the 17 year old is scheduled to return playing on Jan. 25th 2024.

Five games into the season with 13,8ppg, 7,8rpg, 2,8apg, 2,6spg and 2bpg, N'faba Mané ranks top ten in all statistical categories in Maryland and top three in most of them in the Metro Private Conference, delivering overall high production. The numbers gain even more value with highschool games lasting 32' compared to the 40' in Europe.

Bothered with reawakening adductor troubles since June, the 17 year old has shown toughness playing and training through pain.

Five games into the season with 13,8ppg, 7,8rpg, 2,8apg, 2,6spg and 2bpg, N'faba Mané ranks top ten in all statistical categories in Maryland and top three in most of them in the Metro Private Conference, delivering overall high production. The numbers gain even more value with highschool games lasting 32' compared to the 40' in Europe.

Bothered with reawakening adductor troubles since June, the 17 year old has shown toughness playing and training through pain.

Five games into the season with 13,8ppg, 7,8rpg, 2,8apg, 2,6spg and 2bpg, N'faba Mané ranks top ten in all statistical categories in Maryland and top three in most of them in the Metro Private Conference, delivering overall high production. The numbers gain even more value with highschool games lasting 32' compared to the 40' in Europe.

Bothered with reawakening adductor troubles since June, the 17 year old has shown toughness playing and training through pain.