The next generation of ARIS basketball
The ARIS BC Academy focuses on player development, discipline, teamwork and the values of the club, creating a structured environment for young athletes to grow on and off the court.
At ARIS BC Academy, every player follows a development pathway based on technical improvement, basketball understanding, discipline, teamwork and respect for the game.
The goal is not only to develop better basketball players, but also stronger personalities who understand the values and identity of ARIS.
Teams & Age Groups
U13
Ages 12–13
U14
Ages 13–14
U16
Ages 15–16
U18
Ages 17–18
Training Program
Technical Skills
Tactical Understanding
Physical Development
Teamwork & Discipline
Competition Preparation
Mentorship Program
Events & Camps
Throughout the season, ARIS BC Academies organize special events, camps and development activities for young athletes, offering additional opportunities for training, improvement and connection with the club.
Summer Camp
July 2026 · U13–U18
Thessaloniki
Christmas Camp
Dec 2026 · All groups
Thessaloniki
Easter Camp
TBD · All groups
Thessaloniki
Skills Development Sessions
July 2026 · U13–U18
Thessaloniki
Open Days
Dec 2026 · All groups
Thessaloniki
Special Academy Events
TBD · All groups
Thessaloniki
Internal Tournaments
TBD · All groups
Thessaloniki
Player Pathway
The academy pathway is designed to support long-term player development, helping athletes progress step by step through the club’s youth structure.
U13
U14
U16
U18
Next
level
From the Academy to the Next Level
The ARIS BC Academy is built to support the long-term development of young athletes, helping them grow through structured training, competition and the values of the club.
Over the years, players from our academy structure have continued their basketball journey at higher levels, carrying with them the identity, discipline and mentality of ARIS.
Lefteris Bochoridis
Combo guard
ARIS BC Academy path:
U13 / U14 — start and basic development
U16 — Greek Champion (2011)
U18 — Greek Champion (2013)
Current status:
Active captain of Aris Midea Thessaloniki, player of the Greek national team.
Kostas Papanikolaou
Small forward
ARIS BC Academy path:
U18 — Panhellenic Youth Champion (2009)
U18 — Panhellenic Youth Championship MVP (2009)
Current status:
Active captain of Olympiacos B.C., captain of the Greek national team.
Sasha Vezenkov
Power forward
ARIS BC Academy path:
U16 — joined the academy in 2009, cadet team development
U18 — Greek (Panhellenic) Youth Champion (2013)
Current status:
Active player of Olympiacos Piraeus, 2026 EuroLeague MVP and Champion, player of the Bulgarian national team.
Dimitris Flionis
Point guard
ARIS BC Academy path:
Youth — joined the academy at age 7 (2004)
U16 — Greek Cadet Champion (2011)
U18 — Greek Youth Championship Bronze (2014)
Current status:
Active captain of AEK Athens, player of the Greek national team.
Linos Chrysikopoulos
Small forward / Power forward
ARIS BC Academy path:
U18 — Panhellenic Youth Champion (2009)
Current status:
Active player of Kolossos Rodou B.C., former player of the Greek national team.
Spyros Mourtos
Small forward / Shooting guard
ARIS BC Academy path:
U18 — joined the academy in 2007, completing his youth development
U18 — signed his first professional contract with the Aris senior team at age 17 (2008)
Current status:
Former long-time captain of Aris Thessaloniki (2014–2018), veteran of the Greek Basket League and former player of the Greek national team.
Omiros Netzipoglou
Shooting guard
ARIS BC Academy path:
Youth — grew up in the Aris Thessaloniki youth system, going through the cadet ranks
U18 — made his professional debut with the Aris senior team at age 17 (2019)
U20 — named Greek League Best Young Player (2022) as an Aris academy graduate
Current status:
Active player of Olympiacos Piraeus, player of the Greek national team.
Parents and athletes interested in joining the academy can submit their details through the form below. The academy team will review the request and contact them with the next steps.
FAQ
Who can join ARIS BC Academies?
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What age groups are available?
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How can my child join a trial training?
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Where do trainings take place?
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What is the training schedule?
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What equipment is needed?
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Are there camps during the season?
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Who can I contact for more information?
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