About 3v3
Jr. NBA 3v3
Greater Manchester Tournament
Register your team today and start your journey to become champions.
Jr. NBA 3v3 Manchester gives schools across Greater Manchester the opportunity to take part in an exciting, free-to-enter basketball competition delivered in partnership by the NBA and London Marathon Events.
Who Can Enter?
Greater Manchester primary schools can enter:
- One mixed team
- Year 5 and Year 6 pupils
- Teams must meet the Jr. NBA 3v3 participation requirements
Greater Manchester secondary schools can enter:
- One boys' team
- One girls' team
- Year 9 and Year 10 pupils
Competition Pathway
Step 1: School Entries
Enter from 14 September to 30 October.
Schools register their team(s) via the official Jr. NBA registration platform.
Step 2: Borough Competitions
November 2026
Schools compete locally to become their borough representatives.
These events are organised and delivered by local School Games Organisers (SGOs).
Step 3: Area Competitions
8 December 2026
Winning borough teams progress to area competitions, where they compete to become the East or West Greater Manchester champions.
Step 4: Manchester Finals
January 2027
The best teams from across Greater Manchester will compete for the title of:
Jr. NBA 3v3 Manchester Champions
Primary School Finals: Venue and date to be confirmed
Secondary School Finals: Venue and date to be confirmed
Free Resources for Teachers
Schools do not need specialist basketball experience to take part.
Teachers have access to:
- Free 3v3 activity packs
- How-to-play videos
- Teacher coaching clinics
- School coaching opportunities