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Bank of Valletta Basketball Players of the Year Announced

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Bank of Valletta Basketball Players of the Year Announced

Bank of Valletta, in collaboration with the Malta Basketball Association, proudly honoured the outstanding achievements of Malta’s basketball athletes during the BOV Basketball Players of the Year Awards 2025. This annual event celebrates players who have demonstrated exceptional skill, sportsmanship, and commitment throughout the season, across all categories.

The awards ceremony was held in the presence of Stefan Abela, Manager CSR at Bank of Valletta, and Paul Sultana, President of the Malta Basketball Association, who presented the accolades to this year’s top performers.

The top two awards, the BOV Senior Men and BOV Senior Women Basketball Player do the Year went to Luxol’s Nathan Xuereb and Hibernians’ Steffi deMartino.

Nathan Xuereb played a pivotal role in leading Luxol Basketball Club to both the BOV National League and John Tabone Shield Finals. He finished the season as the second-highest Maltese scorer, averaging 14.74 points per game and 2.68 three-pointers per game. Nathan also represented Malta in 3x3 basketball, competing at the GSSE Games in Andorra and the European 3x3 Championships in Kosovo, showcasing his talent on the international stage.

Steffi De Martino reaffirmed her status as one of Malta’s leading basketball figures, guiding Hibernians to victory in the John Tabone Shield. She topped the league scoring charts with an impressive 15.86 points per game and averaged 1.95 three-pointers per game. Internationally, Steffi was part of Malta’s historic 3x3 women’s team, which secured a silver medal at the GSSE Games in Andorra—Malta’s first-ever medal in this discipline.

Stefan Abela emphasised the Bank’s long-standing support for local sports and its role in shaping future talent. “Basketball is more than a game—it’s a platform for discipline, teamwork, and resilience. At Bank of Valletta, we are proud to stand behind initiatives that empower athletes to reach their full potential and inspire the next generation. These awards celebrate not just individual excellence, but the collective spirit that drives Maltese basketball forward.”

“This last season has been a testament to the incredible growth of basketball in Malta,” said the MBA President. “Our players have shown remarkable dedication both locally and internationally, raising the profile of the sport and setting new benchmarks. We are grateful for Bank of Valletta’s unwavering support, which continues to strengthen our vision for a vibrant basketball community.”

Mr Abela and Mr Sultana proceeded with presenting the awards to the athletes who have shown outstanding performances in their respective categories as follows:

BOV Amateur League Men: Stefan Simic (Hibernians)
U23 Men: Neil Cassar (Hibernians)
U23 Women: Anna Fenech Pace (Luxol)
U19 Men: Gregory Mizzi (Luxol)
U19 Women: Sarah Fenech Pace (Luxol)
U16 Boys: Zac Said Hollier (Starlites)
U16 Girls: Claire Portelli (Depiro)
U14 Boys: Thomas Cauchi Carter (Athleta)
U14 Girls: Martina Mendez (Hibernians)
Tony Camilleri Fair Play Award – Niksa Zivkovic

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Bank of Valletta Basketball Players of the Year Announced

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