NGBAOut SportsSports NewsTournament NewsJason Collins reveals he has Stage 4 brain cancer, and he’s fighting every step of the way
December 12, 2025by Mark
NGBATournament NewsChicago 35th Championships
October 1, 2025by Mark
Round Robin Recap + Sunday Championship Results The 35th National Gay Basketball Championships returned to Chicago with 52 teams, over 450 athletes, and more than 200 fans filling Wintrust Sports Complex for a weekend of competition, community, and nonstop storylines. Saturday’s round robin games set the tone, and Sunday’s elimination rounds delivered unforgettable championship drama across all 10 divisions
NGBASports NewsTournament NewsNGBA Celebrates 35 Years of Championships and Family in Chicago
September 16, 2025by Mark
The NGBA is coming home! Join us in Chicago, Sept 19–21, 2025 for the 35th LGBTQ Basketball National Championships & 20th Anniversary of the NGBA. 52 teams | 10 divisions | 450 players | 200 fans & family All-gender + women’s+ divisions Hall of Fame Inductions: Ajay Rutledge, Benjamin Borgardus & Matthew DeLeon Chicago started it all. Now we return to celebrate hoops, history, and community. Don’t miss the reunion! Celebrate with us! Founder Mark Chambers Executive Director Michelle King #NGBA #CoadyClassic #LGBTQBasketball #35YearsStrong, Pride Basketball, world pride, #FGG #NGBAnextlevel
Tournament NewsRemembering Daryle Morgan – A Beloved Leader in LGBTQ+ Basketball
August 20, 2025by Mark
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Daryle Morgan on August 20, 2025. Daryle was a pioneer, a champion, NGBA Hall of Famer, and above all, a friend to so many in our basketball family. After his college career at Stanford University, he found his way into San Francisco’s LGBTQ+ basketball...
NGBATournament NewsNGBA Celebrates 35th National Gay Basketball Championships in Chicago
July 21, 2025by Mark
The NGBA is pleased to announce the 35th Anniversary of the National Gay Basketball Championships will return to Chicago
In Memory of Ronald “Flavaron” Reid NGBA Hall of Fame Class of 2017 Inductee | Atlanta Trade/Shade Team Member March 6, 2025 The National Gay Basketball Association (NGBA) announces the passing of Ronald “Flavaron” Reid, inducted into the NGBA Hall of Fame in 2017 and a longtime cornerstone of the Atlanta Trade/Shade basketball team....
Announcing the unanimous selection of Brian Davis, Kevin St. Gelais, and Michael Coleman for induction into the NGBA Hall of Fame Class of 2024.
Tournament NewsNGBA Women’s+ Tournament
June 16, 2024by Mark
The NGBAW+ will host a tournament in Brooklyn NY September 21-22, 2024
Tournament NewsBoston Tea Party VII
May 23, 2024by Mark
The Boston Tea Party Classic VII. Excitement fills the air as 30 teams from across the nation converge on the city, eager to showcase their skills and vie for victory.
We are thrilled to announce the opening of nominations for the National Gay Basketball Association’s Hall of Fame. This prestigious honor is dedicated to recognizing the outstanding achievements of individuals within the LGBT+ basketball community who have left an indelible mark on the sport. The NGBA Hall of Fame seeks to celebrate the contributions of...
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