Who Are We?
World Hoops is a sporting organization operating in Penang, Malaysia. We offer basketball programs, camps, and events to individuals of all ages and levels, and we also host professional 3X3 tournaments as a high-profile FIBA 3X3 organizer.
What makes us different?
World Hoops puts people and community first
We make every decision with an emphasis on people. By focusing on our community, partners, and supporters, we can provide services that exceed expectations.
World Hoops Has A Global Supportive Family
Over time, we have formed genuine relationships with players, coaches, and industry professionals around the world. Thus, our 3X3 family can help us offer incredible experiences.
World Hoops is the premier FIBA 3X3 organizer in Southeast Asia
With years of experience, our expertise allows us to maintain a high standard of excellence across our programs and events.
Purpose
At World Hoops, we believe that life is about learning. Our mission is to inspire people to learn and grow through the sport of basketball. We want to help individuals be the best that they can be, so we design our programs and events to reflect the values of hard work, character, and dedication. By challenging ourselves and others, we hope to grow and excel together.
Promise
World Hoops is committed to serving our community and partners. We will continuously learn and improve as a company by listening to feedback and embracing change. We will focus on the details so that we can deliver the amazing experiences our supporters deserve.
Meet our team
Grace Khor - Director & Partner
As a pioneer, Khor has elevated World Hoops since she took over in 2016. Her acute business mind and versatility has steadied the organization and opened many doors for the company to progress. Khor’s passion lies in impacting the local community through her businesses. Thus, she has emphasized the importance of youth, community, and social responsibility at World Hoops.
Highlights
Nationality: Malaysian
Serial entrepreneur & experienced investor
Led multiple businesses across various industries
Over 25 years in property, IT, marketing, multimedia, and event management
Managed World Hoops since 2016
Tomo Cajic - Coach
Tomo is one of the most skilled players on the professional 3X3 circuit. He plays basketball with an inspiring sense of joy and freedom. These qualities have led to many accolades on the court and also turned him into an excellent coach. Tomo can easily relate to his students and use his knowledge to take their game to the next level.
Highlights
Nationality: Slovenian
FIBA 3X3 World Tour Finals Champion
FIBA 3X3 World Tour Masters MVP
Led multiple basketball camps and training programs
Joined World Hoops as a Coach in 2022
Ales Kunc - Partner & Coach
With over 27 years of experience as a professional player, Kunc offers unequalled basketball expertise. Kunc has competed and won at the highest level of 5-on-5 and 3X3 both as a player and a coach. His exceptional basketball mind and attention to detail allow players to learn effectively and accelerate their growth under his guidance.
Highlights
- Nationality: Slovenian
- 2x FIBA 3X3 World Tour Finals Champion
- 2018 U23 3X3 Slovenian National Team Coach
- 2019 Coach & Team Manager of Team Jeddah (World Rank #16)
- Joined World Hoops as a Partner & Coach in 2018
Uu Ban Seng - Coach
Having spent over 20 years coaching youth basketball, Uu knows what it takes to help young players grow and succeed. He has guided boys and girls of all ages and levels, leading many teams to impressive results. Uu is committed to the local community and loves coaching basketball as a way of giving back.
Highlights
- Nationality: Malaysian
Malaysian National Basketball Championship Coach (Boys U16, U17, & U18; Girls U16)
Coach at Penang Youngsters Club & Chung Ling High School
Coached in the Malaysian Basketball League & Sukma Games
Joined World Hoops as a Coach in 2022
Marko Zdero - Coach
As a player and a coach, Zdero has achieved incredible success at every stage of his professional career. His intelligence and toughness made him an elite competitor, and they now make him a great mentor. Zdero is passionate about sharing his experiences and helping the next generation of players be the best that they can be.
Highlights
- Nationality: Serbian
4x FIBA 3X3 World Tour Finals Champion
3x FIBA 3X3 World Cup Champion
3X3 Serbian National Team Coach (Olympic Bronze & Europe Cup Gold)
Coach of Team Novi Sad (World Rank #4) [2020] & Team Ub (World Rank #2) [2021]
Joined World Hoops as a Coach in 2022