73^rd Senior National Basketball Championship 2023

73rd Senior National Basketball Championship 2023

A NEW ERA FOR BASKETBALL IN INDIA

Welcome to the 73rd Senior National Basketball Championship 2023 – Men & Women! This historic event marks a new era for basketball in India, with a focus on fair scouting, transparency, and player development.

For the first time ever, a record-breaking 64 teams will be participating in this prestigious championship, showcasing the growing talent and passion for basketball across the nation.

Breaking away from past practices, this year's selection process will be based solely on merit and performance. No recommendations or biases will influence team selection, ensuring the best talent is identified and nurtured.

The winners will be rewarded with significant prize money of 5 lakhs, with the Runner-up and Third-place teams receiving 3 lakhs and 2 lakh respectively for both Men and Women categories. Additionally, the best player in both the men's and women's categories will be awarded a car worth 7 lakhs each, demonstrating the value placed on individual excellence. A total of Rupees 34 lakhs with medals for the winners and souvenirs is arranged for this nationals competition.

For the first time, fans across India can watch all the action live on FanCode, the leading sports platform. This ground-breaking partnership will bring the excitement of the championship to millions of viewers, further boosting the popularity of the sport. The Basketball Federation of India (BFI) is proud to announce the launch of a new website and dashboard. This digital initiative will streamline registration processes, player verification, and information access, enhancing transparency and efficiency. This transformative championship aims to inspire a new generation of basketball players and coaches. With a focus on talent development, fair competition, and technological advancements, the future of basketball in India is brighter than ever. Join us as we witness the greatest gathering of basketball talent in India! Let's celebrate the spirit of sportsmanship, passion, and excellence.

The Pondicherry Basketball Association under the aegis of Basketball Federation of India is conducting the 48th Sub Junior National Basketball Championship for Boys & Girls at Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Basketball Stadium, Pondicherry from 3rd - 9th August 2023.

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The FIBA U-18 Women’s Asian Championship 2022 was held in Bangalore from 5th to 11th September, 2022. The matches were held at two locations; at Sree Kanteerava Indoor Stadium and at Koramangala Indoor Stadium. Team Australia emerged as the Winners and Team China took the second place.