Corinthians celebrated a title in the transition category in 2026. In July, the U22 team beat Tatuí 68-61 in Game 4 of the São Paulo Basketball Cup final and lifted the trophy after coming back in the series.
The team is coached by Wesley Aguiar. According to Rádio Coringão, the same players represent the club in the LDB (Basketball Development League), Brazil’s top national competition for developing players.
Experience in the LDB
In the 2026 LDB, Corinthians played the group stage in Rio Claro, São Paulo state, in June, alongside Rio Claro, Bauru, Osasco, Campo Mourão, Pinheiros and Minas Tênis Clube. It is the kind of schedule that puts young players up against the best youth rosters in the country.
Why U22 matters
U22 is the last step before the senior team. Titles at this level show a development program that delivers and open the door for players to earn minutes with the first team. For U14 and U15 players, it is proof that there is a complete pathway inside the club, from youth to pro.