Jelena Todorovic makes history as first female coach in the Brazilian top division

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Aris Barkas

18/Jul/25 18:02

Eurohoops.net
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Jelena Todorovic is leaving Europe and creates a milestone for female coaches

By Eurohoops team/ info@eurohoops.net

Jelena Todorovic has become the first female coach in the top Brazilian division.

Todorovic, which served as the senior operations manager of the EuroLeague Head Coaches Board will have the chance to prove her worth and also make history

Per the club announcement: “HISTORIC! Jelena Todorovic is the new Head Coach of Fortaleza Basquete Cearense! 

At just 31 years old, the Serbian-Australian becomes the first woman ever to lead a men’s professional basketball team in Brazil and the second youngest head coach in NBB history.

Jelena brings a powerhouse international résumé, with coaching experience at Fenerbache and the Greek National Team. She has also worked as a personal development coach for elite players such as Giannis Antetokounmpo, Patty Mills, Josh Giddey, and Nick Calathes. 

“If my journey can show even one young girl that her dream is possible, then I’ve already won.”

Welcome, Coach Jelena. Make history.”

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