Benmansour Mohamed Abdelhadi Announces Cold Hearts Academy Summer 2026 Pre-Selection Phase

Benmansour Mohamed Abdelhadi has announced the Cold Hearts Academy Summer 2026 pre-selections, running from mid-June through July. This inaugural phase introduces elite training opportunities alongside strict professional contracts and branding guidelines to protect both the brand and its athletes. Led by Benmansour, the Academy is setting a new high-standard for private sports in Algeria.
- (1888PressRelease) April 08, 2026 - ALGIERS, ALGERIA - Cold Hearts Academy, the premier destination for high-performance basketball development, today officially announced its inaugural pre-selection window for the Summer 2026 season. Starting mid-June through July 2026, the Academy will host a series of exclusive evaluation sessions designed to identify the next generation of "Cold Heart" athletes.
This first welcoming phase is not a standard open tryout. In line with the Academy’s mission of elite exclusivity, the pre-selection process is designed to find players who demonstrate exceptional technical skill and the mental discipline required by the "Cold Heart" philosophy. Beyond player recruitment, this period will serve as a strategic ideation phase where selected athletes and potential collaborators will contribute to the Academy’s evolving culture and operational roadmap.
To maintain the highest professional standards, Cold Hearts Academy is introducing a rigorous legal and branding framework. All selected participants, partners, and staff will be required to adhere to strict internal guidelines and formal contracts. These protocols are designed to safeguard the Academy’s intellectual property and ensure the long-term professional protection of its players.
"We are building more than a training program; we are building a protected ecosystem for excellence," said Mohamed Abdelhadi Benmansour, Founder and Lead Coach. "By implementing formal contracts and strict brand guidelines from day one, we ensure that every athlete under the Cold Hearts banner is treated with the professional respect and security they deserve. This summer is about setting the foundation for a legacy that is both elite and secure."
The summer sessions will be the only opportunity for athletes to secure a spot for the 2026-2027 development cycle. Following the July conclusion, the Academy will announce its final roster and its first wave of official brand partners.
About Cold Hearts Academy:
Cold Hearts Academy is a private, invitation-only basketball development institution based in Algiers. It focuses on the intersection of high-level skill acquisition and mental fortitude. By operating outside traditional league structures, the Academy provides a bespoke, professional-grade environment for athletes who prioritize elite performance and disciplined execution.
About Mohamed Abdelhadi Benmansour:
Mohamed Abdelhadi Benmansour is an 18-year-old born in 2007, multi-disciplinary creative, athlete, and the visionary founder of Cold Hearts Academy (formerly Hoop Dz). A student at INFS-STS and a published author, Benmansour has combined his background in graphic design and high-level basketball coaching to create a unique, digital-first athletic brand. His leadership as a player-coach and his commitment to professionalizing the Algerian sports landscape continue to drive the Academy's rapid growth.
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