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Bol Bol Out of the Game

South Sudan’s basketball team has faced a big setback as their star player, Bol Bol, won’t be playing in the upcoming Olympics. Bol, who plays for the Phoenix Suns in the NBA, had to pull out of the team due to personal reasons. This is a huge loss for South Sudan, as Bol is a very talented player and his presence would have been a big boost for the team.

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Struggles to Build a Team

South Sudan has had a tough time putting together its national basketball team. Many talented players who could help the team are from South Sudan but play for other countries. Some players don’t want to play for South Sudan, while others have problems getting permission from basketball officials to switch teams.

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A Nation of Basketball Lovers

Basketball is very popular in South Sudan. Many people there look up to players like Bol Bol and dream of playing for their country. The team’s struggles to build a strong team are disappointing for these fans.

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Hope for the Future

Even without Bol Bol, South Sudan has shown it can compete with strong teams. They recently beat Great Britain in a friendly match. The team has some other good players, and they hope to do well in the Olympics.

While this is a tough time for South Sudan basketball, the team and its fans remain hopeful for the future. They believe that with hard work and dedication, they can build a strong team that will make the country proud.

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