Boris Savović: From Basketball Courts to Agricultural Drones – The Revolution You Didn’t See Coming!
Imagine this: a man who was one of the best basketball players in the ABA league, with a soft hand and a precise shot, now flying drones over fields! Yes, you read that right. Boris Savović, born in Trebinje, once a star of Crvena zvezda, Hemofarm, Bayern, and Galatasaray, is now a pioneer in using drones in agriculture in Serbia.
From Basketball to Drones – An Unexpected Turn Boris ended his career at OKK Beograd and decided to dedicate himself to something completely different. While playing in South Korea, he first saw drones being used to cultivate rice. This intrigued him so much that he decided to study this field. He graduated in economics and defended his master’s thesis this year on the efficiency of drone use in controlling the corn borer pest.
Agriculture in Serbia – Tradition or Revolution? Agriculture in Serbia is still stuck in conservative rules and traditions. “If grandpa did it that way, so will the grandson,” says Savović. But the world is changing, and Boris is here to help Serbia catch up with Europe and the world. He points out that agriculture is a “double-edged sword” – freedom to work in nature, but also huge responsibility.
Drones – Not Just Playing with a Joystick Operating drones is not just fun and games. You have to analyze weather conditions, wind, field position, gather documentation, and notify the Serbian military about the drone flights. Every detail matters. Boris emphasizes that good organization is the key to success, just like in basketball, only here there’s no coach telling you what to do.
A Message to Young Athletes Boris Savović has a clear message for all young athletes: finish school! A sports career is short, and education is what can give you a secure future. He himself is an example of how knowledge can be applied in a completely new field and create a revolution.
Conclusion – Is Serbia Sleeping on an Agricultural Revolution? While many see sports or technology as separate worlds, Boris Savović connects them in a way that could change Serbia. Drones in agriculture are not just a futuristic dream – they are the present and the future. And if someone could switch from basketball courts to agricultural fields and succeed, why can’t we?
If you thought basketball was only for courts, think again. Got any unusual career stories? Or know someone who surprised the world? Drop a comment, let’s laugh or spark a debate!
