Our first Total Hoops Clinic: 100 kids. 10 coaches.

February 13, 2026

One unforgettable moment during All-Star Weekend 2026. More than teaching fundmentals, this was about cultivating joy, confidence, and love for the game.

Our first Total Hoops Clinic: 100 kids. 10 coaches.

Feb. 10, 2025

Year One—On World Basketball Day, LDF celebrates our anniversary by kicking off some of our biggest efforts yet to keep kids playing, including Total Hoops, Stay in Play, and new research with Aspen Institute.
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Dec. 19, 2025

Holiday Surprise in Slovenia: Luka and LDF brought some holiday magic to children at Šentvid pri Stični Hospital, surprising them with a festive party filled with pizza, presents, and joy.
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Oct. 16, 2025

Luka joins Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Host Committe: As an Official Community Ambassador, Luka is excited to help inspire the next generation in the lead-up to the FIFA World Cup 26.
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Sept. 16, 2025

Luka sits with WSJ to discuss a number of topics, including his commitment to bringing joy back into youth sports.
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Aug. 2, 2025

As he extends his future with the Los Angeles Lakers, Luka is also investing in the next generation through Stay In Play—because talent exists everywhere, and opportunity should too.
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Apr. 8, 2025

Luka and LDF hosted a small pizza party for the kids and staff at Cook Children’s Medical Center in Fort Worth who continue to inspire with their strength and courage.
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Feb. 14, 2025


Luka and a panel including YSLC member Bill Duffy explore the future of grassroots basketball and share insights from our Inside Youth Basketball report.
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Jan. 6, 2026

Eight principles shaping a better future for youth basketball.
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Dec. 23, 2024

We’re bringing together leading voices in basketball to help keep kids playing, learning, and having fun.
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Dec. 21, 2024

Luka and LDF welcome 750 kids from across Dallas to a Mavs game, including a pregame introduction to the Total Hoops Approach.
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Dec. 19, 2024

From childhood courts in Slovenia to launching a global foundation, Luka shares what basketball has taught him and what he hopes it can give to the next generation.
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Dec. 19, 2024

Driven by our research and rooted in Luka’s commitment to inspiring play, we’re sharing insights on how youth basketball can be more joyful, inclusive, and meaningful.
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