📍 Venue: St. Joseph’s Vocational School
🎯 Category: Secondary Schools – Boys & Girls

About The Event

The JOVOC Open Basketball Tournament returns for its 13th Edition in 2026.

Established in 2013, the tournament has grown into one of Uganda’s most respected secondary school basketball championships, attracting over 40 competitive teams annually.

The event serves as a major platform for talent exposure, preparation for national qualifiers, and development of the game at secondary school level.

Why JOVOC Open Matters

✔ Promotes competitive basketball at secondary school level
✔ Provides exposure to young athletes
✔ Prepares teams for national championships
✔ Strengthens sportsmanship and discipline

Over the years, players who participated in JOVOC Open have progressed to:

• The National Basketball League
• Uganda National Teams
• College Basketball in the USA
• Professional basketball careers

What to Expect in 2026

🏀 40+ Boys and Girls Teams
🏀 Professional officiating
🏀 High-level competition
🎁 Each participating school receives a basketball and uniforms

Health & Community Impact

In partnership with the Ministry of Health, the 2026 edition will provide free services including:

• TB awareness & screening
• HIV testing
• HPV screening & vaccination
• Mental health & drug abuse awareness
• Malaria testing
• Blood donation services
• Ambulance support

JOVOC Open continues to combine sports excellence with holistic youth development.

Sponsors & Partners

The tournament is proudly supported by leading institutions and corporate partners who continue to invest in youth sports development.

Join Us

We invite schools, players, partners, and supporters to be part of the 13th Edition of JOVOC Open Basketball Tournament.

📅 7th March 2026
📍 St. Joseph’s Vocational School

See you on the court.