Topic: Basketball
SLK Blades defend U16 boys’ basketball league by one point
The 2026 PwC U16 Boys Basketball championship concluded with an exciting, one-point difference battle between SLK Blades and Hurricanes.
Sol Blazers and Pilipinas sweep National Men’s League basketball finals series
Sol Blazers and Pilipinas complete 2-0 series sweep to claim the top spots in the Cayman Islands Basketball Association National Men’s League.
Men’s national basketball league finals kick off
Winners emerge from the opening games of the Cayman Islands Basketball Association National Men’s League finals series.
Cayman Basketball National Men’s League finals set to tip off
The Cayman Islands Basketball Association is gearing up for the conclusion of its National Men’s League with two division finals lined up.
Cayman U17 basketball takes third in Roatan tournament debut
The Cayman Islands National Under-17 Boys Basketball Team secures third place in debut at the Roatan International Invitational Tournament.
Cayman hosts Caribbean International Schools Association Tournament
Cayman served as host for the Caribbean International Schools Association Tournament, bringing together approximately 400 student-athletes.
Two winners emerge from KPMG 14 and under basketball leagues
Cayman Prep A girls and St. Ignatius Catholic School boys claim the championship title for the KPMG 14 and Under basketball leagues.
32 teams compete in Inter-Primary School Basketball League
The Mourant Inter-Primary School Basketball League concluded its season, marking the end of a competitive schedule that began in January.
Cayman basketball adds nine new FIBA certified coaches
The Cayman Islands Basketball Association has officially increased its pool of qualified leadership, announcing that nine local coaches have successfully earned their International Basketball Federation (FIBA) Level 1 Coaching Certification.
Cayman basketball earns historic qualification for Commonwealth Games
Cayman basketball has reached a significant milestone as both its men’s and women’s 3x3 teams have officially qualified for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.
Cayman men make history at FIBA 3×3 tournament
The Cayman Islands men’s national 3x3 team achieved a major milestone in their basketball history, securing the country’s first-ever podium finishes at the FIBA 3x3 Caribbean Development Camp and Tournament.
Cayman’s 3×3 basketball teams conclude challenging AmeriCup run in Mexico
The Cayman Islands men's and women's national 3x3 basketball teams concluded their challenging run at the 2025 FIBA 3x3 AmeriCup in León, Mexico.
Two days, eight teams: Women conclude Cayman Islands Classic action
Following the men's Cayman Islands Classic action, the eight female teams concluded two days of fierce, high-level competition on the John Gray Gymnasium floor.
McNeese State claims Cayman Islands Classic title
McNeese State claims the title at the 2025 Cayman Islands Classic, securing the programme’s first-ever in-season tournament championship.
Celebrating brotherhood and mentorship through basketball
A special kind of connection was forged on the court this past weekend as the Family Resource Centre, in partnership with the Cayman Islands Basketball Association, hosted the International Men’s Day 3x3 Basketball Tournament.
Students receive inspiration from star WNBA player Allison Feaster
Cayman Islands' schoolchildren received inspirational coaching from former WNBA player and current NBA executive Allison Feaster during a talk at John Gray high school on 2 Oct.
25 years and counting: U19 basketball leagues back on the court
With a long-standing history of over 25 years, the national under-19 basketball boys and girls league will continue its momentum starting 21 Sept.
Cayman 3×3 basketball makes statement at Junior Pan Am Games
The under-23 men's 3x3 basketball team wrote a new chapter in Cayman sports history in their tournament debut at the Junior Pan American Games in Asunción, Paraguay.
Cayman basketballer Liam Ramoon commits to SPIRE Academy
Caymanian basketballer Liam Ramoon has committed to join SPIRE Academy in Geneva, Ohio, for his junior year in high school, which begins later this month.
Junior Pan Am Games qualification an historic first for Cayman basketball
Cayman Basketball celebrates an historic first as the under-23 men's 3x3 basketball team will compete at the 2025 Junior Pan American Games.
Cayman basketball campers learn from NBA player
The Camana Bay Basketball Camp wrapped up its annual summer camp with a special visit from NBA player Kenyon 'KJ' Martin Jr.
Women’s matchups and divisions confirmed for Cayman Islands Classic
Tournament host Caymax Sports Ltd. has released the matchups for the third annual Cayman Islands Classic women’s basketball tournament.
Cayman’s 3×3 basketball teams earn valuable experience in Chile
Cayman’s men and women team battled against a strong field at the FIBA 3x3 Youth Nations League 2025 Americas 2 tournament in Punta Arenas, Chile, proving their resilience on the international stage.
Cayman basketballers continue to battle at Nations League tournament
Cayman’s basketball talents are battling fiercely against a strong field at the FIBA 3x3 Youth Nations League 2025 Americas 2 tournament, currently underway in Punta Arenas, Chile, proving their resilience on the international stage.
Cayman heads to 3×3 Youth Nations League in Chile
For the second year in a row, Cayman will be sending a male and female 3x3 basketball team to compete in the International Basketball...
Cayman U17 Storm goes undefeated in inaugural Hoop Fest
The Cayman Islands Hoop Fest concluded on 5 July, crowning its first ever champion for the inaugural international youth event.
Youth basketball heats up for inaugural Hoop Fest tournament
Cayman is in for some exciting youth basketball action as the inaugural Cayman Islands Hoop Fest makes its debut on local courts.
Eight teams confirmed for Cayman Classic women’s tournament
The men's teams for the upcoming Cayman Islands Classic were announced earlier this month, and now, the highly anticipated women's teams have also been...
Cayman Classic men’s teams confirmed for 2025 return
The men’s NCAA Division 1 teams have been confirmed to play in the 2025 Cayman Classic, set for 23-25 Nov.
Cayman’s Lorrie Brown attends elite invitation-only basketball camp
After a highly selective, invitation-only process, Cayman’s Lorrie Brown was chosen as one of the top 30 boys and girls within the Americas region to attend an elite basketball camp.
Under-16 PwC basketball league in motion
The quest for new PwC under-16 basketball champions is under way as 10 teams hit the courts in the 2025 league.
Aspiring basketball referees get training in Cayman Brac
Basketball officials on Cayman Brac recently had a chance to develop and strengthen their refereeing skills.
Top US basketball coach to head Cayman Classic women’s tournament
Top US coach Lisa Stockton has been appointed executive director of the Cayman Islands Classic women’s basketball tournament, the event’s organisers announced.
Texas Christian University closes the show at Cayman Classic
The Cayman Classic wrapped up on Saturday, after a week of exciting action at the John Gray High School gymnasium by the best male...
Boston College claim Cayman Classic championship
The finals of the Cayman Islands Classic between Boston College and Boise State came down to the wire Tuesday, 26 Nov., at the John Gray High School gymnasium, with Boston spoiling the comeback story the Broncos had hoped for.
Cayman Islands Classic: Boise State locked in to win
The Boise State University basketball team looks like a favourite to win the pre-season Cayman Islands Classic after coming up short in 2018.
Brackets announced for the 2024 Cayman Islands Classic
The brackets for the sixth edition of the Cayman Islands Classic have been released, with 13 teams, eight male and five female squads, slated to entertain the spectators at the John Gray High School gymnasium.
Women’s NCAA basketball brings the best to Cayman
The Cayman Islands Classic NCAA Division 1 tournament welcomed women's basketball for the first time since the event launched in 2017.
Utah State dominates in Cayman Classic championship win
The Utah State Aggies are heading back to the US as winners of the fifth annual Cayman Islands Classic basketball tournament after dominating the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks in the finals on Tuesday, 21 Nov.
Lumberjacks and Aggies to face off in Cayman Classic finals
After three days of action, the remaining two basketball teams in the men's bracket face off tonight at the John Gray High School gymnasium in the championship game of the Cayman Islands Classic.
Cayman Classic set for a week of hoops
Basketball fans are readying themselves to enjoy collegiate action at the Cayman Islands Classic, starting 19 Nov. at the John Gray High School gymnasium.
Elite women ballers to join men at Cayman Islands Classic
The Cayman Islands Classic will welcome women’s basketball to the court at the John Gray High School Gymnasium for the first time since the tournament was launched in 2017.
Cayman youth ballers win a pair of games in Florida
The Cayman Islands under-15 boys basketball team returned home Sunday, 6 Aug., after having success at the TNBA South End of Summer Showdown in Tavares, Florida.
Next generation of Cayman Islands ballers take part in sports camp
Aspiring young basketball players took to the John Gray High School gymnasium court for the Cayman Islands Department of Sports annual summer basketball camp, held 24-28 July.
Queen of the court: Miss Universe Cayman Islands makes mark in basketball
Miss Universe Cayman Islands Chloe Powery-Doxey is not only a beauty queen, but the George Town native also rules on the basketball court as a guard on the national women's team.
Island Games: Women’s basketball one game from glory as swimmers grab golds
With a 74-46 win over Guernsey in the women’s basketball semifinals on 12 July, Cayman’s team advanced to the final for a showdown against...
Island Games: Men’s basketball bounce back in style as Rabess strikes gold
An emphatic victory on the basketball court and Cayman’s first gold medal were among the highlights of the third day of competition at the 2023 Island Games.
Swimming medals the highlight from opening days of 2023 Island Games
A trio of medals in the swimming pool catapulted Cayman onto the medal table after the first two days of the 2023 Island Games in Guernsey.
Jr. NBA coming to Cayman
The Cayman Islands this month is set to host the official youth programme of one of the biggest sporting brands on earth – the National Basketball Association.
Department of Sports crowns basketball U16 series champion
George Town Under-16 basketball team won the inaugural Department of Sports District Basketball Tournament after defeating Bodden Town.
Kansas State claims 2022 Cayman Classic championship
With four seconds left on the clock, Kansas State’s Keyontae Johnson scored to help his team edge out Louisiana State University by two points during the 2022 Cayman Islands Classic Championship finals on Wednesday, 23 Nov.
Cayman Classic final set following day two
After winning their respective games on the courts inside the John Gray Gymnasium during day two of the tournament, on Tues 22 Nov., Kansas State and Louisiana State University will face off for the Classic championship title on Wednesday evening.
College ballers tip off for Cayman Classic
The Cayman Islands Classic basketball tournament is officially on, after eight top universities hit the courts at the John Gray Gymnasium on Monday.
Cayman Islands Classic title up for grabs with balanced field
It’s the most balanced field in the brief, four-year history of the Cayman Islands Classic basketball tournament as eight teams converge onto John Gray...
Young ballers hit the courts in basketball programme
78 young players hit the courts at First Baptist Church for the start of the 10th annual Cayman Islands Basketball Association Youth Academy.
Bullying victims credit basketball with changing their lives
Several teenagers who play basketball under the guidance of Cory McGee’s ‘Breakfast Club Cayman Islands’ have now found confidence in their appearance and abilities through the sport. However, it wasn’t always like that.
Local consulting firm FTS providing a boost to local youth basketball players with new...
The FTS Youth Basketball Championship will take place May 7th to June 30th 2022 at the ARC in Camana Bay.
Ballers turn out for third annual tournament
About 50 men and boys gathered at the Camana Bay outdoor courts on Saturday, 20 Nov., for the third annual International Men’s Day basketball tournament in celebration of International Men’s Day.
O’Garro preps for upcoming basketball season
Caymanian Joshua O’Garro has been preparing for the upcoming basketball season since joining his new school, San Jose State University, this summer.
Nine Caymanian basketballers eye high school debuts in the US
A total of nine young Caymanians are set to play basketball in the United States, with hopes of furthering their sporting and academic schooling.
Teaching life lessons through basketball
“My role isn’t to teach these kids basketball, it’s to keep them out of prison.”
A new basketball project in Windsor Park is more than...
O’Garro ranked 8th in California high school basketball
Joshua O’Garro has climbed the rankings to take eighth place in the 2021 class for the state of California basketball. The Cayman national player attends Santa Clarita Christian School where he plays as a starting small forward.
Basketball brings fellowship for men’s month
Several men and boys gathered at the John Gray High School gymnasium Saturday to play basketball to celebrate International Men’s Month. “Men’s health awareness...
Hoopster O’Garro climbs up recruiting rankings
Caymanian basketball player Josh O’Garro is ranked among the top high school basketball players in the US.
Men’s basketball team returns victorious
Cayman’s winning basketball team returned home Monday afternoon with their second consecutive gold medal from the Island Games.
Island Games: Cayman aims for renaissance of women’s basketball
Night after night, they are toiling in the shadows, preparing for their moment in the spotlight. Cayman’s national women’s basketball team has been practising four times a week at the First Baptist Church gym, sharpening their skills and hoping to get back on the Island Games medal stand for the first time since 2005.
Cayman women seek to regain basketball glory at Island Games
As the Cayman Islands National Women’s Basketball team prepares to leave for the NatWest Island Games in Gibraltar, a look at the team’s past performances is in order.
UPDATE: Cayman Islands Classic returning for third year
The field has been set for the third edition of the Cayman Islands Classic, and it includes eight geographically diverse teams that have been to the biggest stages in college basketball.
Blazers beat Celltronics in clash of champions
The Sol Blazers defeated Celltronics 80-75 in an overtime thriller Tuesday night in a match of last year’s Cayman Islands Basketball Association champions.
Renowned basketball coach to visit Cayman
World-class basketball coach Mike MacKay is putting on a clinic in Cayman.
Creighton wins Cayman Islands Classic
John Gray High School gym was reportedly packed with 2,000 basketball fans Wednesday night for the championship game of the second annual Cayman Islands Classic basketball tournament.
Will: The madness of college basketball extends beyond March
George F. Will
WASHINGTON – Until last week it seemed that the Division 1 college basketball industry could produce nothing more risible than its pieties...
