2002-2006
SUCCESS FROM THE START
The NGBA was formed to bring organization and minimum standards to the LGBTQ+ basketball community. from 2002 to 2006 the NGBA started promoting 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 inclusiveness 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 the being in NGBA in operation. NGBA offered help to players to start programs in their own cities, and some did it on their own.
2010-NOW
MORE MEMBERS,
The growth of the LGBTQ+basketball has continued to have an upward trajectory, with larger venues and more cities players have the oppertunity to compete, enjoy travel, and experience new cultures.
CITY LEAGUES
City leagues keep the NGBA going. The work done by local leaders can never be thanked enough. Without these leaders, we would not see the flow of new members.
GYM LOCATION
There are many cities with open and league play. The NGBA will be your information source to help you find a place to play, or start your own
WOMEN
The NGBA’s women’s+ program started in 2018. After a number of years apart the Women’s+ division held the 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 game of basketball.
