In a move that brings stability and proven leadership to USA Basketball, retired Gen. Martin E. Dempsey has been re-elected as chairperson through the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Dempsey, who served in the military for 41 years before retiring in 2015, has held the position since 2016 and will now guide the organization as both the men’s and women’s teams seek to continue their Olympic gold medal dominance.
Dempsey’s Military and Basketball Leadership
Gen. Dempsey’s extensive military career includes serving as the Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army and the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff under President Barack Obama. His leadership experience and dedication to excellence have been invaluable assets to USA Basketball, an organization that prides itself on representing the nation at the highest level of international competition.
It has been a real honor to represent our country with USA Basketball over the last eight years, and I’m looking forward to continuing to serve with the Board of Directors through the Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
Gen. Martin E. Dempsey
A Board Committed to Excellence
Dempsey is one of 15 members on the USA Basketball Board of Directors, a group that includes executives from the NBA, WNBA, and NCAA, as well as former players turned leaders. The board’s collective expertise and passion for the game have been instrumental in maintaining the United States’ position as the world’s top basketball nation.
- Returning board members include NBA deputy commissioner Mark Tatum, NCAA SVP of basketball Dan Gavitt, and former WNBA stars Seimone Augustus and Sylvia Fowles.
- New additions to the board bring fresh perspectives, with notable names like NBA EVP Joe Dumars, Duke AD Nina King, and SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey joining the team.
Aiming for More Gold in LA
As the basketball world turns its attention to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, USA Basketball remains focused on maintaining its position atop the global rankings. The American women will be chasing an unprecedented ninth consecutive gold medal, while the men look to secure their sixth straight Olympic title.
With Dempsey at the helm and a board filled with basketball minds, USA Basketball appears well-equipped to handle the challenges that lie ahead. The organization’s commitment to excellence, both on and off the court, has been a driving force behind its success, and that dedication shows no signs of wavering as the 2028 Games approach.
The Road to 2028 Begins Now
While the Los Angeles Olympics may seem distant, the work to maintain USA Basketball’s dominance begins now. Dempsey and the board will be tasked with navigating the ever-changing landscape of international basketball, identifying and developing the next generation of American talent, and ensuring that the United States remains the gold standard in the sport.
As the journey to LA 2028 unfolds, basketball fans around the world will be watching closely, eager to see if the American teams can continue their remarkable run of success. With Gen. Martin E. Dempsey leading the charge, USA Basketball appears poised to meet the challenge head-on and write another glorious chapter in its storied history.
