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S5 Challenge - Basketball Tournament League

S5 Challenge

Elevating basketball tournaments across Kerala with a new league model focused on quality, fairness, and recognition.

What is S5 Challenge?

Creating a challenging environment in tournament formats across Kerala without disrupting existing models

Improving the experience for all stakeholders: KBA, Organizers, Players, Coaches and Audience

Integrating 20+ School Tournaments and 10+ College Tournaments in Year 1

Who can join

  • Clubs, academies, schools, and independent teams
  • Categories: U-13, U-15, U-17, U-19 (Boys & Girls)
  • Teams across Kerala welcome

New League Model Format

Tier 1 (Level 1)

All India/South India Level Tournaments

Tier 2 (Level 2)

All Kerala Level Tournaments

Tier 3 (Level 3)

Intra Stream/District Tournaments

Annual point system with Grand Finale for prestigious Trophy and Cash Awards

Stakeholder Benefits

The S5 Challenge creates value for everyone involved in Kerala's basketball ecosystem

Tournament Organizers

  • Easy standardization of tournaments
  • Enhanced online/offline publicity
  • Reduced digital technology costs
  • Streamlined sponsor onboarding
  • Unbiased fixtures and event flow

Schools & Players

  • Quality game exposure
  • Fair fixtures and officiating
  • Better accommodation & facilities
  • Statistical performance tracking
  • Annual MVP and MIP awards
  • Cash awards & trophies for top teams

Kerala Basketball Association

  • Promotion of existing tournaments
  • Standardization of tournament formats
  • Creation of new tournament organizers
  • Motivation for teams and players
  • Growth of basketball ecosystem