Chonburi Hosts 'THE BOYS’ INVITATIONAL 2026' Youth Basketball Tournament
Young basketball talents from Thailand and across Asia are competing in Chonburi for the 'THE BOYS’ INVITATIONAL 2026' tournament, aiming for a spot in the upcoming IYBC 2027.
According to Khaosod Online Thailand, the 'THE BOYS’ INVITATIONAL 2026' youth basketball tournament is currently underway at the Tata Home Court 2 in Chonburi province. The event, which runs from October 23 to 25, 2026, features under-17 male athletes from Thailand and various Asian nations competing in a 5x5 format.
Organized by Tata Sport Co., Ltd., the tournament serves as a platform for young players to demonstrate their skills, teamwork, and ability to handle competitive pressure. The participants are vying for the 'Suchart Chomklin' honorary trophy. Beyond the immediate competition, the event is designed to provide a pathway for promising athletes to advance toward the International Youth Basketball Championship (IYBC) 2027, a major upcoming event in Thailand.
For residents and visitors in the Chonburi area, this tournament highlights the region's growing role as a hub for youth sports development. During the opening ceremony, project director Chupit Chutitham emphasized the importance of providing diverse competitive experiences for young athletes, while Piyapong Pirun, Secretary-General of the Basketball Sport Association of Thailand, reaffirmed the organization's commitment to supporting youth basketball initiatives. While the tournament provides a clear stage for talent scouting, the specific list of participating teams and the final selection criteria for the IYBC 2027 remain internal details managed by the organizers.
