Breaking down the Crocs' final 12 roster for the FIBA U17 Mens' World Cup

The Crocs have settled on their final roster, with a host of names that point towards a bright future for Aussie hoops.

Australia was once a powerhouse nation in the FIBA U17 Men’s World Cup, notching silver medal finishes in 2012 and 2014, but in more recent years the team’s fortunes have taken a tumble.

The Crocs were knocked out in the round of sixteen in 2024, and haven’t featured in a medal game since 2014, so the 2026 edition looms as an opportunity to return to the podium. Head coach Greg Vanderjagt has selected his final 12-man roster to travel to Turkey, and here’s a breakdown of some of Australia’s most promising basketball talents.