501(c)(3) Non-Profit · Est. 2018 · Washington, DC
UNITED
AFRICAN
BASKETBALL
LEAGUE
The United African Basketball League (UABL) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to uniting and uplifting our community through youth advocacy, wellness, and cultural celebration. Basketball is our vehicle.
71K+
Digital Reach
5K+
Event Attendees
500+
Youths Served
9
Competing Nations
The Mission Hub
Lion Horizon Youth Initiative — HRYZN
A FREE youth sport program that uses athletics as a vehicle to mentor youth with leadership and cultural competency. HRYZN stands for Helping Rising Youth Zone into Nobility.
Unlike traditional youth sports programs, UABL integrates sport training with critical life skills — mental wellness workshops, NIL/financial literacy education, S.T.E.A.M., and cybersecurity. Youth don't just learn how to play — they discover how the game is built.
Standard Curriculum
Weekly sessions blending structured sport with leadership workshops, goal-setting, discipline, and transferable skills.
Tailored Curriculum
Schools contact us directly. Customized programming — afterschool, in-class modules, or extended camps.
Program Pillars
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Mental Wellness Clinic
Mindfulness tools to balance and succeed — on and off the court.
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S.T.E.A.M. Development
Science, technology, engineering, arts, and math — through the lens of sport and innovation.
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Financial Literacy
Educating youth on financial management, NIL basics, and money tools for life.
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Leadership & Professional Development
Discipline, communication, character, and career-readiness on and off the field.
Program Impact
500+ Youth Engaged
150+
Youths Engaged in 2024
30%
Increase in School Attendance
85%
Improved Teamwork
20
Internships Secured
Your Donation Matters
Every Dollar Has a Name
$5,000
3 months of financial literacy & mentorship for 50 youth.
$10,000
6 months of leadership workshops for 100 youth.
$25,000
6 months full programming for 150 youth including sport, wellness & financial literacy.
$50,000
Full year of UABL Youth Initiatives for 200 youth — basketball, wellness, leadership & cybersecurity.
Any Amount
Every dollar counts. Whether it's $10 or $1,000 — your contribution directly fuels HRYZN programming.
Get Involved
Partner With the Mission
We're actively seeking schools, coaches, wellness professionals, and community organizations to join the HRYZN Initiative.
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Schools & Educators
Bring HRYZN programming to your school. Afterschool, weekend intensives, or in-class modules — we meet youth where they are.
Partner Your School
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Coaches & Trainers
Culturally fluent coaches, basketball trainers, wellness professionals, and fitness instructors wanted. Join our facilitator network.
Apply as Coach
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Donors & Sponsors
Every dollar is tracked to impact. $5,000 funds 3 months of mentorship for 50 youth. $50,000 funds a full year for 200.
Donate Now
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Tech & STEAM Partners
Bring VR demos, sensor-enabled basketballs, neuro-tools, and career panels to our youth. Monumental Sports Network partner.
Partner With Us
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Wellness Professionals
Yoga instructors, mindfulness coaches, nutritionists, and mental health advocates — join our Morning Wellness programming.
Get Involved
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Content Creators
Photographers, videographers, social media creators — document the movement. Join our media team for open gyms and TON.
Join the TeamOur Story
A Decade of Excellence
A decade of building community, culture, and impact in Washington DC and beyond. Click any year to explore photos and highlights from that moment.
2018
Founding & Gala BallSee Gallery →
UABL founded by Steve in Washington DC. Launched with a Gala Ball at SAX DC. Saturday and Sunday open gyms drew the Diaspora together from day one.
2019
Sunday Night LightsSee Gallery →
League Finals moved from afternoons to evenings — creating 'Sunday Night Lights.' Packed gyms and families cheering together revealed UABL was bigger than basketball.
2020
501(c)(3) & NBA 2K TournamentSee Gallery →
COVID halted physical events but not the mission. UABL formalized as a non-profit and launched an NBA 2K Tournament to keep community connected through the pandemic.
2021
Money Ball — Financial LiteracySee Gallery →
Virtual Financial Literacy Symposium launched — experts sharing insights on spending and investing. A speaker's following tuned in, driving record donations and national visibility.
2022
TON — Tournament of Nations LaunchedSee Gallery →
TON launched in Ellicott City, MD. Jamaica defeated Nigeria in the Finals. A cultural takeover was born — country pride, community spirit, and a vision that would grow far beyond expectations.
2023
Jr. NBA · Under Armour · TON23See Gallery →
Youth programming launched with Under Armour and Jr. NBA partnerships. UABL became DMV Charter for 'Building Bridges Through Basketball.' Sierra Leone wins TON23 in a thrilling final.
2024
DC Bullpen · Render ATL · TON24See Gallery →
TON moved to the iconic DC Bullpen across from Nationals Park. UABL selected as Render ATL community partner. Sierra Leone wins back-to-back. 1,000+ attendees in a single day.
2025
2woBunnies · Liberia Wins · 71K ReachSee Gallery →
TON25 headlined by globally touring DJ duo 2woBunnies. Liberia claims the crown for the first time. 71,000+ digital reach. 98.7% non-follower audience. National momentum.
2026
5th Anniversary — Tournament of NationsSee Gallery →
The biggest year yet. Weekend expansion, major headliner, HRYZN Youth Clinic, Ladies Love Basketball, and more. Be part of history.
Year-Long Lead-Up
Journey to Tourney
TON isn't just a day — it's a year-long cultural campaign activating the community through pre-events, storytelling, and engagement.
JAN—FEB
Volunteer Appreciation & Community Kickoff
Recognize the people who made the last TON possible. Kick off the new year with vision-setting and community gathering.
→MAR
March Madness Watch Party
Community watch party around the Sweet 16 & Elite 8. Bracket games, venues with TVs, social promo.
→APR
NBA 2K Tournament Revival
Gaming partner event with school outreach. Brackets, console stations, and community fun.
→APR—MAY
Independence Day Games
Nigeria vs. Ghana. Sierra Leone vs. Liberia. Culturally charged matchups celebrating African independence days.
→MAY—JUN
HRYZN Spring Youth Clinics
Free basketball and leadership clinics in partner schools across the DMV as the school year wraps up.
→JUN
UABL Homecoming Game
Alumni players return. Community honors past champions. Outdoor game with music and giveaways.
→JUL
Team Tryouts & Media Day
National teams finalize rosters. Media day captures player profiles, interviews, and sponsor content.
→AUG
🏆 Tournament of Nations
The culmination of the year. The DC Bullpen. The DMV's World Cup of Basketball.
*Schedule subject to change
See Events Calendar →United We Ball.
A 501(c)(3) non-profit rooted in Pan-Africanism. Basketball is our vehicle — community is our purpose.
info@uablpro.org
5TH ANNUAL · TOURNAMENT OF NATIONS · 2026
WHERE
CULTURE
TAKES THE
COURT
The DMV's Premier Cultural Takeover.
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2022
🇯🇲 Jamaica
Inaugural Champions
View TON22 Gallery ↗
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2023
🇸🇱 Sierra Leone
TON23 Champions
Watch TON23 Recap ↗
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2024
🇸🇱 Sierra Leone
Back-to-Back
Watch TON24 Recap ↗
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2025
🇱🇷 Liberia
TON25 Champions
Watch TON25 Recap ↗
Day-of Program
An All-Day Cultural Takeover
From sunrise wellness to a closing headliner — every hour is intentional. The Tournament of Nations is UABL's flagship charity event, an all-day festival where elite basketball, global food, and Diaspora pride converge.
| 8 AM | Morning Wellness Run Club · Yoga · Hip-Hop Step · HRYZN Youth Clinic |
| 12 PM | Afternoon Hoops Ladies Love Basketball · Dunk Contest · 3-Point Shootout |
| 2 PM | Afrobeats & Basketball Day Party International DJs · Performances · Food Trucks · Cultural Marketplace |
| 4 PM | Tournament of Nations — Main Event The DMV's World Cup of Basketball. Country vs. Country. |
| 8 PM | Closing Celebration Major Afrobeats Headliner · Awards · VIP After Party |
Get Involved
Join the Movement
Whether you play, volunteer, dance, create, or give — there is a role for you in the Tournament of Nations. Visit TON26.com to learn more.
Competition
Player Registration
Represent your nation on the court. Apply to join a country team — Nigeria, Ghana, Jamaica, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Sudan, and more. Ladies Love Basketball (LLB) registration also open.
Register HereCommunity
Volunteers
Check-in staff, court monitors, event coordinators, and more. All backgrounds welcome. QR-code check-in system. Be the crew that makes the magic happen.
Register HereCommerce
Vendors
Food, beverages, art, apparel, tech, and wellness products. Join the Cultural Marketplace and reach thousands of Diaspora attendees at the DC Bullpen.
Register HerePartnership
Donors & Sponsors
Every dollar is tracked to impact. Sponsorships start at $5,000 and reach 71K+ across the African Diaspora. Opt-in/opt-out flexibility on all perks.
Register HereWellness
Wellness Professionals
Yoga instructors, mindfulness coaches, nutritionists, and mental health advocates — lead our Morning Wellness programming at TON and HRYZN clinics.
Register HereMedia
Content Creators & Multimedia
Photographers, videographers, social media creators — document the movement. Credential access available. Join our official media team.
Register HerePerformance
Entertainment: Dancers & Performers
DJs, live musicians, cultural dancers, step teams — apply to perform at the day party, halftime, or closing celebration.
Register HereYouth
Youth Clinic Registration
The HRYZN Youth Clinic runs morning of TON. Register your child or youth group for skills training, mentorship, and a day at the biggest basketball festival in the DMV.
Register HereGive
Donate Now
Can't be there in person? Your donation directly funds HRYZN youth programming. Every dollar matters — from $5 to $50,000.
Register HereYear-Long Lead-Up
Journey to Tourney
TON isn't just a day — it's a year-long cultural campaign activating the community through pre-events, storytelling, and engagement leading to the main event.
JAN—FEB
Volunteer Appreciation & Kickoff
Honor the last TON crew. Kick off the year with community vision-setting.
→MAR
March Madness Watch Party
Sweet 16 & Elite 8. Bracket games, TVs, social activation.
→APR
NBA 2K Tournament
Gaming event with school outreach, brackets, and community fun.
→APR—MAY
Independence Day Games
Nigeria vs. Ghana · Sierra Leone vs. Liberia — cultural pride matchups.
→MAY—JUN
HRYZN Youth Clinics
Free basketball & leadership clinics at partner schools across the DMV.
→JUN
UABL Homecoming
Alumni game, music, giveaways — celebrating the UABL family.
→JUL
Tryouts & Media Day
Teams finalize rosters. Player profiles, sponsor content, hype builds.
→AUG
🏆 Tournament of Nations
The DC Bullpen. The DMV's World Cup. Culture. Community. Legacy.
*Schedule subject to change
See Events Calendar →5th Anniversary.
Biggest Year Yet.
Tournament of Nations · The DC Bullpen · Washington, DC
info@uablpro.orgPartnerships
Sponsorship Opportunities
Align your brand with the DMV's premier cultural movement. UABL reaches 71,000+ across the African Diaspora — on-court, on-screen, and in the community. Every sponsorship is backed by a detailed agreement with opt-in/opt-out flexibility.
Tribal
$5,000+
3 months of financial literacy & mentorship for 50 youth
- 20 Social Media Story Mentions
- 1 Social Media Post
- AR Logo Placement
- Jumbotron Logo ×20
- Volunteer T-Shirt Logo
- Vending Table w/ Tent
- 30-Sec Video Day Of
- 5× Host Shout-Outs
State
$10,000+
6 months of leadership workshops for 100 youth
- 20 Social Media Story Mentions
- 2 Social Media Posts
- AR Logo Placement
- Jumbotron Logo ×20
- Step & Repeat Logo
- Volunteer T-Shirt Logo
- Vending Table w/ Tent
- 30-Sec Video + 5-Min Speaking
- 5× Host Shout-Outs
Most Impactful
National
$25,000+
6 months of full programming for 150 youth — sport, wellness & financial literacy
- 20 Story Mentions · 3 Posts
- AR Logo + Jumbotron ×20
- Secondary Jersey Logo
- Step & Repeat · Vending Tent
- 1-Min Video Day Of
- 5-Min Speaking Opportunity
- 10× Host Shout-Outs
Global
$50,000+
Full year of UABL Youth Initiatives for 200 youth — basketball, wellness, financial literacy & cybersecurity
- Primary/Singular Event Sponsor
- 20 Story Mentions · 5 Posts
- On-Court Logo Placement
- VIP Lounge Naming Rights
- Championship Naming Rights
- Main Jersey Logo
- 10-Min Speaking + 2-Min Video
- 15× Host Shout-Outs
Customized Opportunities
Align Your Brand With a Nation
Beyond standard tiers, UABL offers customized sponsorship pathways — from country team naming rights to category exclusivity. Every sponsor receives a tailored agreement outlining all perks including promotional materials, branded merchandise, and signage.
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Country Team Naming
Align your brand directly with a competing nation — Nigeria, Ghana, Jamaica, Sierra Leone, Liberia, and more. Co-branded jerseys and exclusive community targeting.
Inquire🎤
Stage & Entertainment Sponsorship
Name the main stage, sponsor the headliner segment, or co-present the Closing Celebration. Maximum visibility with 1,000+ Diaspora attendees at the moment of peak energy.
Inquire🧒
HRYZN Youth Clinic Presenting Sponsor
Present the HRYZN Youth Basketball Clinic at TON — co-branded programming, branded gear giveaways, and direct engagement with youth and their families.
Inquire🛍️
Cultural Marketplace Presenting Sponsor
Co-brand the Cultural Marketplace zone featuring food, art, apparel, and wellness vendors. Prime foot-traffic area throughout the day.
Inquire🏀
Ladies Love Basketball Presenting Sponsor
Co-brand the LLB showcase — UABL's signature women's event. Targeted visibility with our 55% female audience of Diaspora trendsetters and tastemakers.
Inquire🌍
Journey to Tourney Year-Round Partner
Go beyond the single day — co-brand the year-long "Journey to Tourney" campaign including Watch Parties, Homecoming, Independence Games, Media Days, and Tryouts.
InquirePast Partners
Our Previous Sponsors
Monster Energy
Target
MON-YE Vodka
MON-YE Freedom
Jr. NBA
Dunkin' Donuts
SIPC
Maryland Office of Tourism
Metroball
93.9 WKYS
Camer
Tribe Media
Skeemo
HLS Collective
Spice Kitchen
Jollof Gist
Under Armour
Render ATL
Ready to Partner With UABL?
A detailed sponsorship agreement will be provided, outlining all included perks — promotional materials, branded merchandise, and signage. Sponsors have full flexibility to opt in or out of specific elements.
UABL
The League
The UABL League runs year-round — weekly open gyms, competitive team play, and season standings. Separate from the Tournament of Nations country-team format.
Live Standings — 2026 Season
| Rank | Team | W-L | PCT | Home | Away | Streak |
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| 1 | Team Alpha | 14-2 | .875 | 8-1 | 6-1 | W5 |
| 2 | Team Omega | 12-4 | .750 | 7-2 | 5-2 | W3 |
| 3 | Team Apex | 10-6 | .625 | 6-3 | 4-3 | L1 |
| 4 | Team Nexus | 9-7 | .563 | 5-4 | 4-3 | W2 |
| 5 | Team Vanguard | 8-8 | .500 | 4-5 | 4-3 | W1 |
| 6 | Team Pinnacle | 7-9 | .438 | 4-5 | 3-4 | L2 |
| 7 | Team Crest | 5-11 | .313 | 3-6 | 2-5 | L4 |
| 8 | Team Forge | 3-13 | .188 | 2-7 | 1-6 | L5 |
Player Registration
Open Gym & League sign-up. TON country team tryouts are handled separately.
Weekly Open Gyms
Every Weekend
Open to all skill levels. Saturday & Sunday sessions across the DMV. Email us for current locations.
Season Format
Multi-Season Year
Multiple seasons per year. No age or gender limitations — UABL is for everyone.
Tournament of Nations Teams
Separate Sign-Up
TON country team tryouts held separately each summer. Register here →
UABL Events
Events Calendar
Upcoming events, pre-tournament activations, and community gatherings throughout the year. Schedule subject to change — follow @uablpro for the latest.
MAR 2026
March Madness Watch Party
DMV area venue with TVs · Bracket games · Community
UpcomingRSVP
APR 2026
NBA 2K Tournament Revival
Gaming event · School outreach · Brackets
UpcomingRegister
APR—MAY 2026
Independence Day Games
Nigeria vs. Ghana · Sierra Leone vs. Liberia
UpcomingDetails
MAY—JUN 2026
HRYZN Spring Youth Clinics
Partner schools across the DMV · Free
UpcomingRegister Youth
JUN 2026
UABL Homecoming Game
Alumni game · Music · Community celebration
UpcomingLearn More
AUG 2026
Tournament of Nations 2026
The DC Bullpen · Washington DC · All Day
Flagship EventLearn More
*All dates and venues subject to change. Follow @uablpro for updates.
Archive
Past Events
2025
Tournament of Nations 2025 — TON25
The DC Bullpen · Liberia crowned champions · 2woBunnies headliner · 1,000+ attendees
2024
Tournament of Nations 2024 — TON24
The DC Bullpen · Sierra Leone back-to-back · First year at Half St SE
2023
Tournament of Nations 2023 — TON23
Sierra Leone wins · Jr. NBA & Under Armour partnerships launch
2022
Tournament of Nations 2022 — Inaugural
Ellicott City, MD · Jamaica defeats Nigeria · The movement begins
2021
Money Ball Financial Literacy Symposium
Virtual · Experts on spending, investing & wealth-building for underserved communities
2020
NBA 2K Tournament 2020
Virtual community event · Keeping connections alive during the pandemic
2019
Sunday Night Lights League Finals 2019
UABL's first signature event format — evening finals that packed the gym
UABL Photography
Gallery
Explore photos and videos from every UABL event. Click any folder to open the full album.
More photos on Instagram. Tag us @uablpro to be featured in future galleries.
View Full Photo Archive ↗UNYTED Brand
UABL Store
Official UNYTED merchandise — jerseys, hats, and Diaspora-proud apparel. Printful-powered delivery. Pop-up booths at every event.
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⭐
Full Storefront Launching Soon
Complete Squarespace + Printful storefront coming before TON. Email orders accepted now.
Shop via EmailUABL HRYZN Initiative
Partner With the Mission
Whether you want to coach, teach, mentor, create, or support — fill out this form and our team will be in touch within 48 hours. Every role matters.
What to Expect
1
Submit this form
Takes 2 minutes. Tell us who you are and how you want to contribute.
2
We reach out within 48 hours
A member of the UABL team will email or call you to learn more and discuss next steps.
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Get onboarded
We match you to the right program, schedule, and team based on your background and availability.
Areas We Need Help
— School & Afterschool Program Partners
— Basketball Coaches & Athletic Trainers
— Mentors & Life Skills Facilitators
— Wellness & Mental Health Professionals
— S.T.E.A.M. & Tech Educators
— Financial Literacy Facilitators
— Photographers, Videographers & Content Creators
— Corporate & Community Organization Partners
Innovation & Execution Arm
UABL+
AI Systems • Creative Production • Event Operations
UABL+ is the innovation and execution arm of the United African Basketball League — built at the intersection of AI, culture, sports, media, and live experiences.
Originally developed to power UABL and Tournament of Nations operations internally, UABL+ now offers scalable creative, operational, and AI-powered services for brands, events, organizations, and community activations.
As part of our expanding AI initiative and participation in the Anthropic Claude Partner Network, UABL+ is building intelligent systems, automations, and creative workflows that help organizations operate smarter, move faster, and create stronger audience engagement.
What We Do
Our Capabilities
Eight service areas built from real operational experience running high-impact cultural events and community programs.
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AI Systems & Automation
- —AI workflow design & automation
- —Custom GPT / Claude-powered solutions
- —Internal operations optimization
- —Knowledge management systems
- —AI-assisted content pipelines
- —Prompt engineering & AI implementation strategy
- —Product ideation & rapid prototyping
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Event Design & Production
- —Run-of-show development
- —Vendor coordination
- —Day-of-event operations
- —Event staffing coordination
- —Venue flow & logistics planning
- —Sponsor integration strategy
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Activation Design & Brand Experiences
- —Immersive fan experiences
- —Branded activation zones
- —Interactive sponsor experiences
- —Cultural & community engagement activations
- —Experiential event concepts
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Social Media Creative & Marketing
- —Content strategy & campaign planning
- —Social media creative development
- —Same-day event content capture
- —Short-form video editing & distribution
- —Paid amplification strategy
- —Partner co-promotion campaigns
- —Audience growth strategy
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Photography & Videography
- —Live event coverage
- —Brand storytelling content
- —Sponsor recap videos
- —Promotional campaign assets
- —Behind-the-scenes capture
- —Documentary-style production support
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Merch & Jersey Design
- —Custom jersey design
- —Athlete kits & uniforms
- —Merchandise collections
- —Brand apparel development
- —Production coordination & sourcing
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E-Commerce Consulting
- —Product strategy
- —Online storefront planning
- —Merch drop strategy
- —Event-based retail activations
- —On-site sales operations
- —Brand merchandising systems
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Game Day Operations
- —Player check-in management
- —Referee staffing coordination
- —Score clock management
- —Game clock operations
- —Scorebook management
- —Tournament operations support
The UABL+ Vision
Build Smarter.
Move Faster.
Create Impact.
UABL+ operates as both an internal innovation lab and a client-facing technology and creative studio.
We build systems, experiences, and scalable solutions that merge AI, media, operations, and culture-driven engagement — helping organizations modernize workflows, elevate experiences, and create meaningful impact.
Whether supporting live events, creative campaigns, operational systems, or AI-powered transformation initiatives, UABL+ delivers execution grounded in real-world experience built through years of operating high-impact community and cultural events.
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Service Areas
5+
Years Operating
AI
Anthropic Partner
DMV
Based & Operating