2002-2006
SUCCESS FROM THE START
The NGBA was formed to bring organization and baseline standards to the LGBTQ+ basketball community. From 2002 to 2006 the NGBA promoted the future path of LGBTQ+ basketball, and that path started to shine at the 2006 Gay Games in Chicago.
INCLUSION
The NGBA prides itself on diversity and inclusivity while ensuring the overall experience is enjoyable to all.
FIRST EVENT
The first offical basketball event was held in Salt Lake City, Utah in October 2006.
DIVISIONS
The NGBA changed the game by offering players the option to play in 4 competitive divisions.
VOLUNTEERS
The NGBA is run by volunteers and it needs your expertise. Join us to help change lives.
2007-2010
CITY TEAMS GROWTH
Many LGBTQ basketball programs were created during the first five years of NGBA's existence. NGBA provided help to players to start programs in their own cities while other players took the initiative to start leagues on their own.
CITY LEAGUES
City leagues keep the NGBA going. The work done by local leaders cannot be appreciated enough. Without these leaders, NGBA would not be able to welcome new members tournament after tournament.
GYM LOCATION
There are many cities with open and league play. The NGBA is available to help you find a place to play or help you start a league.
WOMEN
The NGBA Women’s+ program started in 2018. After a number of years apart the Women’s+ division held its first solo tournament in March of 2024 in West Hollywood, CA, hosting 11 teams.
U21 Players
16-20 year olds
A program targeting at-risk LGBTQ+ youth that teaches the fundamentals of the basketball.
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