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Nagaland appoints its first FIBA‑certified basketball statistician
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🗓 10 Sep 2026, 12:02 PM
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Nagaland has secured its inaugural FIBA‑licensed statistician, a first for the state’s basketball ecosystem.
The sports department of Nagaland announced that the state now has its first statistician certified by the International Basketball Federation (FIBA). The certification confirms that the official has met global standards for collecting, analysing, and reporting basketball data.
The newly appointed statistician will be responsible for recording match statistics across state‑level tournaments, maintaining player performance databases, and providing analytical insights to coaches and administrators. Such data‑driven support is expected to raise the competitive standards of local leagues and aid talent identification.
State officials indicated that the move aligns with broader efforts to professionalise basketball administration in the region. By adopting internationally recognised statistical practices, Nagaland aims to enhance the credibility of its competitions and attract greater participation.
Looking ahead, the department plans to integrate the statistician’s work with digital platforms, enabling real‑time updates for fans and stakeholders. The initiative marks a significant step toward modernising the sport’s infrastructure in the northeastern state.
The newly appointed statistician will be responsible for recording match statistics across state‑level tournaments, maintaining player performance databases, and providing analytical insights to coaches and administrators. Such data‑driven support is expected to raise the competitive standards of local leagues and aid talent identification.
State officials indicated that the move aligns with broader efforts to professionalise basketball administration in the region. By adopting internationally recognised statistical practices, Nagaland aims to enhance the credibility of its competitions and attract greater participation.
Looking ahead, the department plans to integrate the statistician’s work with digital platforms, enabling real‑time updates for fans and stakeholders. The initiative marks a significant step toward modernising the sport’s infrastructure in the northeastern state.