meet jaka

Jaka Laković is a rising European coach with a sharp tactical mind and a clear, player-driven identity. Known for empowering his teams through trust, clarity, and adaptable systems, he brings results without compromising values..

    • 2026: Head Coach, CB Canarias

    • 2022–2026: Head Coach, Dreamland Gran Canaria (Liga ACB & EuroCup)

    • 2019–2022: Head Coach, ratiopharm Ulm (Germany)

    • 2018–2019: Assistant Coach, Joventut Badalona

    • 2017–2018: Assistant Coach & Interim HC, Bilbao Basket

    • 2016–2020: Assistant Coach, Slovenia National Team

    • 2016–2017: Assistant Coach, FC Barcelona B

    • EuroCup Champion – 2022–23 (Gran Canaria)

    • EuroBasket Gold Medal – 2017 (Slovenia, assistant)

    • As Player: EuroLeague Champion (2010), Liga ACB, Copa del Rey, Greek League titles

    • Trust-based leadership: Empowers players with real ownership, building confident, accountable teams.

    • Tactically adaptable: Adjusts systems to fit personnel, balancing structure with creative freedom.

    • Clear communicator: Calm and direct, fostering clarity and composure in high-stakes moments.

    • Continual learner: Blends elite influences with his own evolving, reflective coaching identity.

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