MENTAL HOOPS
2026
Where elite grassroots basketball meets youth mental health advocacy and creative expression. Join Nairobi's most impactful 6-day tournament and leadership summit.
Live Team Slot Availability
Slots are allocated on a strict first-come, first-paid basis. Once 10 teams are confirmed in a category, registration immediately transitions to SOLD OUT.
Men's Division
Grassroots, community & club youth teams (18–25 years (Born 2001–2008))
- Up to 12 player roster (kit sizing in Phase 2)
- Commitment Fee: KES 5,000
- Instant confirmation via M-Pesa or Card
Women's Division
Grassroots, community & club youth teams (18–25 years (Born 2001–2008))
- Up to 12 player roster (kit sizing in Phase 2)
- Commitment Fee: KES 5,000
- Instant confirmation via M-Pesa or Card
Tournament Execution Timeline
From team onboarding and custom kit manufacturing to media days and the championship week.
Team Registration & Onboarding
Call for registration across grassroots networks. Strict cap of 10 Men's & 10 Women's teams secured upon commitment fee payment.
Custom Kits & Media Days
Collection of player roster sizing (October 1 – October 15, 2026) for custom jerseys. 3-Day Team Media Days (October 26 – 30, 2026) to build digital portfolios.
Volunteer Mobilisation
Recruitment portal for community volunteers across sports, event operations, safe spaces, health hubs, and logistics orientation.
The Main Event Week
Beyond the Whistle Forum + 3-Day Basketball Tournament, Art Therapy, Health Screenings, and Championship Finals.
Integrated Health Hubs & Safe Space Deep-Dives
Mental Hoops 2026 unites athletics with holistic mental wellness and youth health advocacy at Komarock & Anila Court, Nairobi:
Men's & Women's Safe Corners
Facilitated peer dialogues on emotional well-being, economic stress, and healthy coping mechanisms.
Art Therapy & Expression
Creative expression corners and interactive art booths powered by Afrikala Art.
Free Health Services
On-site voluntary SRH screenings, HIV testing, and wellness kits distribution.
Skills Competitions & Awards
Shooting challenges, Category MVPs, and the prestigious Most Disciplined Team Award.
Tournament Code of Conduct & Zero-Tolerance Policy
Mental Hoops 2026 is built upon dignity, equity, sportsmanship, and mental wellness. There is strict zero tolerance for violence, physical altercations, abusive language, harassment, or poor bench conduct.
Komarock & Anila Court, Nairobi
Komarock & Anila Court, Kangundo Road, Nairobi, Kenya.
Official match courts, wellness pavilions, art therapy zones, and spectator stands.