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The History of Basketball in Iceland
Basketball has been a popular sport in Iceland since the early 1950s, when the first basketball court was built in the capital city of Reykjavik. Since then, basketball has become an integral part of Icelandic culture and society, with many teams competing in both local and international tournaments. Basketball is now the second most popular sport in Iceland, after football.
The first Icelandic basketball team was formed in 1952, and the first Icelandic basketball league was established in 1956. Since then, the sport has grown in popularity, and there are now over 500 teams competing in the Icelandic Basketball League. The Icelandic Basketball Association was founded in 1967, and the national team has competed in the FIBA European Championships since 1977.
Basketball has had a significant impact on Icelandic society, providing an outlet for players to express themselves and build relationships with their peers. It has also been a source of national pride, with the Icelandic national team winning the FIBA European Championship in 1983 and the FIBA World Championship in 1985. Basketball has also been a source of economic development in Iceland, with many players going on to play professionally in Europe and the United States.
The recognition of basketball in Iceland has grown over the years, with the sport being featured in the media and on television. The Icelandic Basketball Association has also been successful in promoting the sport, with the annual Icelandic Basketball Cup being held since 2003. The Icelandic Basketball League is also broadcast on national television, and the national team has competed in the Olympic Games since 1996.