https://www.nba.com/mavs/news/global-sco...-mavericks
Sounds like he has solid ties to Masai in the scouting world.
"Along the way, Schmitz earned a reputation as a keen evaluator internationally. He has strong ties to Africa, which is fast becoming one of the top feeder systems for NBA, thanks to years of work with Basketball Without Borders and by forward-thinking leaders like the Mavericks’ Masai Ujiri, who was named president and alternate governor on Monday.
Schmitz will work in conjunction with Ujiri.
Schmitz's strong commitment to the African continent extends beyond the basketball court. He has traveled to Nigeria with the Smart Sport Foundation, actively supporting its mission to provide opportunities to young athletes and coaches through resources, training and developmental programs.
He has been an assistant coach to the Ugandan national team, which has risen up the rankings on the continent."
Sounds like he has solid ties to Masai in the scouting world.
"Along the way, Schmitz earned a reputation as a keen evaluator internationally. He has strong ties to Africa, which is fast becoming one of the top feeder systems for NBA, thanks to years of work with Basketball Without Borders and by forward-thinking leaders like the Mavericks’ Masai Ujiri, who was named president and alternate governor on Monday.
Schmitz will work in conjunction with Ujiri.
Schmitz's strong commitment to the African continent extends beyond the basketball court. He has traveled to Nigeria with the Smart Sport Foundation, actively supporting its mission to provide opportunities to young athletes and coaches through resources, training and developmental programs.
He has been an assistant coach to the Ugandan national team, which has risen up the rankings on the continent."
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