Bangkok: The Junior Ballers League (JB League) 2026 basketball skills tryouts for 10- and 11-year-old athletes have been successfully completed. The event, held on March 28-29, 2026, at Sports Hall 2, DBS Denla British School, focused on selecting promising young talent for national competition. According to Thai News Agency, the tryouts were a comprehensive two-day event where young athletes showcased their determination and skills. The first day involved detailed testing of fundamental basketball skills including dribbling, scoring accuracy, agility, and one-on-one skills. The second day assessed team play systems, evaluating the athletes' understanding of the game, coordination with teammates, and problem-solving abilities on the court. The selection process was led by a team of esteemed head coaches in Thai basketball, including Coach Dave - Sukhdev Koker, Coach Chopper - Jitraphon Toveroj, and others. These coaches meticulously evaluated the athletes to identify those with the most potential to join th e national competition system. To enhance opportunities for young players, the organizers have structured the league into two divisions: the main JB League and the secondary JBD League (Junior Ballers Development League). This structure mirrors international competitions like the NBA and NBA G League, accommodating up to 192 athletes per age group. The JBD League players may be called up to the main league during the season, promoting continuous skill development. The competition is supported by key partners, with Pavitra Tasvichai, CEO of Big One Group, as the main sponsor. Tasvichai emphasized the significance of building a strong youth foundation to elevate Thai basketball's international competitiveness. Kritikor Thanamahamongkol, CEO of the Junior Ballers League, expressed gratitude to all contributors who helped raise the JB League's standards and reaffirmed his commitment to delivering a high-standard competition experience for all young athletes. The JB League competition for the U10 and U11 age g roups is set to commence on May 9, 2026, and run through July 19, 2026.
