Whether you're interested in coaching, mentoring, teaching, or providing support behind the scenes, we have a role for you! By volunteering with us, you'll help shape the future of our community and make a lasting impact on the lives of the youth we serve.
If you're ready to contribute your time, skills, and passion, please fill out the volunteer form below to get started. Together, we can create a brighter future!
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.
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.
Weekly sessions blending structured sport with leadership workshops, goal-setting, discipline, and transferable skills.
Schools contact us directly. Customized programming — afterschool, in-class modules, or extended camps.
Mindfulness tools to balance and succeed — on and off the court.
Science, technology, engineering, arts, and math — through the lens of sport and innovation.
Educating youth on financial management, NIL basics, and money tools for life.
Discipline, communication, character, and career-readiness on and off the field.
3 months of financial literacy & mentorship for 50 youth.
6 months of leadership workshops for 100 youth.
6 months full programming for 150 youth including sport, wellness & financial literacy.
Full year of UABL Youth Initiatives for 200 youth — basketball, wellness, leadership & cybersecurity.
Every dollar counts. Whether it's $10 or $1,000 — your contribution directly fuels HRYZN programming.
We're actively seeking schools, coaches, wellness professionals, and community organizations to join the HRYZN Initiative.
Bring HRYZN programming to your school. Afterschool, weekend intensives, or in-class modules — we meet youth where they are.
Partner Your SchoolCulturally fluent coaches, basketball trainers, wellness professionals, and fitness instructors wanted. Join our facilitator network.
Apply as CoachEvery dollar is tracked to impact. $5,000 funds 3 months of mentorship for 50 youth. $50,000 funds a full year for 200.
Donate NowBring VR demos, sensor-enabled basketballs, neuro-tools, and career panels to our youth. Monumental Sports Network partner.
Partner With UsYoga instructors, mindfulness coaches, nutritionists, and mental health advocates — join our Morning Wellness programming.
Get InvolvedPhotographers, videographers, social media creators — document the movement. Join our media team for open gyms and TON.
Join the TeamA decade of building community, culture, and impact in Washington DC and beyond. Click any year to explore photos and highlights from that moment.
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.
League Finals moved from afternoons to evenings — creating 'Sunday Night Lights.' Packed gyms and families cheering together revealed UABL was bigger than basketball.
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.
Virtual Financial Literacy Symposium launched — experts sharing insights on spending and investing. A speaker's following tuned in, driving record donations and national visibility.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The biggest year yet. Weekend expansion, major headliner, HRYZN Youth Clinic, Ladies Love Basketball, and more. Be part of history.
TON isn't just a day — it's a year-long cultural campaign activating the community through pre-events, storytelling, and engagement.
Recognize the people who made the last TON possible. Kick off the new year with vision-setting and community gathering.
→Community watch party around the Sweet 16 & Elite 8. Bracket games, venues with TVs, social promo.
→Gaming partner event with school outreach. Brackets, console stations, and community fun.
→Nigeria vs. Ghana. Sierra Leone vs. Liberia. Culturally charged matchups celebrating African independence days.
→Free basketball and leadership clinics in partner schools across the DMV as the school year wraps up.
→Alumni players return. Community honors past champions. Outdoor game with music and giveaways.
→National teams finalize rosters. Media day captures player profiles, interviews, and sponsor content.
→The culmination of the year. The DC Bullpen. The DMV's World Cup of Basketball.
*Schedule subject to change
See Events Calendar →A 501(c)(3) non-profit rooted in Pan-Africanism. Basketball is our vehicle — community is our purpose.
info@uablpro.org
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 |
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.
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 HereCheck-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 HereFood, beverages, art, apparel, tech, and wellness products. Join the Cultural Marketplace and reach thousands of Diaspora attendees at the DC Bullpen.
Register HereEvery 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 HereYoga instructors, mindfulness coaches, nutritionists, and mental health advocates — lead our Morning Wellness programming at TON and HRYZN clinics.
Register HerePhotographers, videographers, social media creators — document the movement. Credential access available. Join our official media team.
Register HereDJs, live musicians, cultural dancers, step teams — apply to perform at the day party, halftime, or closing celebration.
Register HereThe 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 HereCan't be there in person? Your donation directly funds HRYZN youth programming. Every dollar matters — from $5 to $50,000.
Register HereTON 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.
Honor the last TON crew. Kick off the year with community vision-setting.
→Sweet 16 & Elite 8. Bracket games, TVs, social activation.
→Gaming event with school outreach, brackets, and community fun.
→Nigeria vs. Ghana · Sierra Leone vs. Liberia — cultural pride matchups.
→Free basketball & leadership clinics at partner schools across the DMV.
→Alumni game, music, giveaways — celebrating the UABL family.
→Teams finalize rosters. Player profiles, sponsor content, hype builds.
→The DC Bullpen. The DMV's World Cup. Culture. Community. Legacy.
*Schedule subject to change
See Events Calendar →Tournament of Nations · The DC Bullpen · Washington, DC
info@uablpro.orgAlign 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.
3 months of financial literacy & mentorship for 50 youth
6 months of leadership workshops for 100 youth
6 months of full programming for 150 youth — sport, wellness & financial literacy
Full year of UABL Youth Initiatives for 200 youth — basketball, wellness, financial literacy & cybersecurity
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.
Align your brand directly with a competing nation — Nigeria, Ghana, Jamaica, Sierra Leone, Liberia, and more. Co-branded jerseys and exclusive community targeting.
InquireName 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.
InquirePresent the HRYZN Youth Basketball Clinic at TON — co-branded programming, branded gear giveaways, and direct engagement with youth and their families.
InquireCo-brand the Cultural Marketplace zone featuring food, art, apparel, and wellness vendors. Prime foot-traffic area throughout the day.
InquireCo-brand the LLB showcase — UABL's signature women's event. Targeted visibility with our 55% female audience of Diaspora trendsetters and tastemakers.
InquireGo beyond the single day — co-brand the year-long "Journey to Tourney" campaign including Watch Parties, Homecoming, Independence Games, Media Days, and Tryouts.
InquireA 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.
The UABL League runs year-round — weekly open gyms, competitive team play, and season standings. Separate from the Tournament of Nations country-team format.
| Rank | Team | W-L | PCT | Home | Away | Streak |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Open Gym & League sign-up. TON country team tryouts are handled separately.
Open to all skill levels. Saturday & Sunday sessions across the DMV. Email us for current locations.
Multiple seasons per year. No age or gender limitations — UABL is for everyone.
TON country team tryouts held separately each summer. Register here →
Upcoming events, pre-tournament activations, and community gatherings throughout the year. Schedule subject to change — follow @uablpro for the latest.
*All dates and venues subject to change. Follow @uablpro for updates.
Explore photos and videos from every UABL event. Click any folder to open the full album.
TON25 — DC Bullpen. Liberia crowned champions. 2woBunnies headliner. 1,000+ in attendance.
↗ View TON25 GalleryTON24 — DC Bullpen. Sierra Leone wins back-to-back. First year at Half St SE.
↗ View TON24 GalleryTON23 — Sierra Leone defeats Liberia. Jr. NBA & Under Armour partnerships launch.
↗ Watch TON23 RecapThe first-ever TON. Ellicott City, MD. Jamaica defeats Nigeria. A movement was born.
↗ View TON22 Launch GalleryVirtual Financial Literacy Symposium — experts on investing and wealth-building.
↗ Watch Money BallUABL's first virtual event — keeping community connected during the pandemic.
↗ View GalleryUABL's first signature evening event — packed gym, families, community energy.
↗ View Sunday Night Lights GalleryUABL's inaugural event — a Gala Ball at SAX DC marking the beginning of a movement.
↗ View Founding Gala GalleryMore photos on Instagram. Tag us @uablpro to be featured in future galleries.
View Full Photo Archive ↗Official UNYTED merchandise — jerseys, hats, and Diaspora-proud apparel. Printful-powered delivery. Pop-up booths at every event.
Complete Squarespace + Printful storefront coming before TON. Email orders accepted now.
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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.
Eight service areas built from real operational experience running high-impact cultural events and community programs.
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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