Indigenous Hoops League

The Messenger Basketball Tournament hosted by the YBA in Bethel Alaska was a Movie! The energy, the love that the Yupik have for the game is unmatched. Our staff was blessed to be a part of such an event. YUUT serves the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta through education and training programs and has experience supporting regional initiatives that benefit youth and communities throughout Western Alaska.

Schedule for Today May 27th in Bethel Alaska for the YUUT Messenger Basketball tournament, “Where Competition meets Culture”!! Team Check in , Dance & 3 point Competition!

🏀 FOR LOVE OF THE GAME – GILA RIVER 🏀

Join up for a powerful weekend of basketball, community, and purpose at Inspire Courts in Gilbert, AZ.

📅 February 27 – March 1, 2026
📍 Inspire Courts

This fundraiser basketball event is proudly held in support of Gila River Basketball Club, with the goal of uplifting Indigenous youth through sport, teamwork, and opportunity. Every game played and every basket scored helps support travel, development, and access for young athletes representing their community.

This weekend is about more than competition—it’s about family, culture, and investing in the next generation. We invite teams, families, and supporters to come be part of an event rooted in unity, resilience, and love for the game.

🎯 Youth basketball • Community impact • Fundraiser event
📝 Team registration is now open:
👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf1IaPR31PnJUcGy6BBY9QPlgDgGG_AKdOeaLlLo3Ee-dcx5Q/viewform

Follow and support as we build something meaningful—together.

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“Laulima” translates to “many hands” and signifies cooperation, with the understanding that when many work together, the task becomes lighter.