www.oradesibiu.ro/2026/11/12/doi-fosti-baschetbali

Former CSU Sibiu players Rareș Uță and Daniel Banciu have launched a basketball academy named Golden Hoops in Săliște, aimed at children aged 0-4. The initiative seeks to provide professional basketball training locally, addressing the lack of sports opportunities in rural areas. Uță, alongside his wife Roxana, a kinesiotherapist, emphasizes the importance of healthy physical development and fair play. The academy will hold training sessions at local facilities, with plans for expansion throughout the Mărginimea Sibiului region. The project aims to combat the low sports participation rates among children, offering a healthy alternative to screen time. The academy's mascot, Chrysomallos, symbolizes strength and ambition, reflecting the community's values.