Panathinaikos is bolstering its youth ranks with the signing of promising guard Sotiris Pinopoulos from Florina's Shooters Academy. The move highlights Panathinaikos's commitment to nurturing future Greek basketball talent.
Born on April 23, 2010, Pinopoulos is a perimeter player with a strong scoring touch. His potential has already been recognized at the national level, as he was recently called up for the U15 National Team training camp ahead of the "Friendship Tournament" set to take place in Voiron, France, from July 12 to 14.
"Shooters Basketball Academy announces the transfer of its athlete, Pinopoulos Sotiris, to Panathinaikos!!" read the official statement from Shooters Academy. "Almost every summer, Shooters Academy receives proposals from nationwide teams and academies for its athletes. This year, Panathinaikos was the 'lucky one' among many proposals for the athlete. The entire academy wishes Sotiris good luck in the new challenge ahead of him."
"Shooters Basketball Academy announces the transfer of its athlete, Pinopoulos Sotiris, to Panathinaikos!!" read the official statement from Shooters Academy. "Almost every summer, Shooters Academy receives proposals from nationwide teams and academies for its athletes. This year, Panathinaikos was the 'lucky one' among many proposals for the athlete. The entire academy wishes Sotiris good luck in the new challenge ahead of him."
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Player Profile
Sotiris Pinopoulos is a young, dynamic guard, born on April 23, 2010. Standing on the perimeter, he is particularly noted for his natural scoring instincts and offensive potential. His inclusion in the U15 National Team's preparations underscores his status as one of Greece's top emerging talents.
Key Highlights & Career Progress
Pinopoulos's young career has already seen him make significant strides, drawing attention from top clubs.
Youth Development (Shooters Academy): Pinopoulos developed his skills at the Shooters Academy in Florina, which has a reputation for producing talented players.
National Team Recognition: His call-up to the U15 National Team for the Friendship Tournament is a testament to his high potential and growth within the national basketball system. He also participated in a U15 National Team training camp on February 8-9, 2025.
Summer Camp Participation: Pinopoulos (born 2010) was part of the U14 summer camp hosted in Karditsa from June 18-21.
Standout Performance (EKASDYM): In a U15 game on May 4, 2025, playing for EKASDYM against ESKANA, Pinopoulos was a key player. He played 25:57 minutes, scoring 22 points on 7-of-13 shooting from two-point range and 8-of-9 from the free-throw line, along with 8 rebounds (3 offensive, 5 defensive), 1 assist, 2 steals, and 1 block, for an efficiency rating of 24. During the tournament he averaged an outstanding 29.7 points, 5.7 rebounds, and an efficiency rating of 26.7.
National Team Recognition: His call-up to the U15 National Team for the Friendship Tournament is a testament to his high potential and growth within the national basketball system. He also participated in a U15 National Team training camp on February 8-9, 2025.
Summer Camp Participation: Pinopoulos (born 2010) was part of the U14 summer camp hosted in Karditsa from June 18-21.
Standout Performance (EKASDYM): In a U15 game on May 4, 2025, playing for EKASDYM against ESKANA, Pinopoulos was a key player. He played 25:57 minutes, scoring 22 points on 7-of-13 shooting from two-point range and 8-of-9 from the free-throw line, along with 8 rebounds (3 offensive, 5 defensive), 1 assist, 2 steals, and 1 block, for an efficiency rating of 24. During the tournament he averaged an outstanding 29.7 points, 5.7 rebounds, and an efficiency rating of 26.7.
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