The Cun BA basketball tournament in China, known for its grassroots-level engagement, is incorporating more interactions with NBA professionals in its current season. The competition, which started on March 22 in Taipan village in Guizhou province, will continue until November, with efforts to enrich the experience for participants by organizing an exchange program with NBA players for the championship team. This initiative is led by Cen Jianglong, the head of Taipan and co-organizer of the tournament, who aims to provide players with the opportunity to not only compete but also learn from and engage with professional NBA athletes.
During the tournament, Cun BA plans to host at least one NBA player in Taipan village to interact with local players and the community, enhancing the overall experience for participants and spectators. The organizing committee is also focused on establishing the Cun BA alliance through this tournament to support the growth of rural basketball by involving more than 600 teams from various regions, including a significant number from Guizhou province. The inclusive nature of the tournament requires more than half of each team's players to be farmers, with the remainder representing diverse professions such as herdsmen, teachers, and businessmen, creating a unique blend of participants from different walks of life.
Aside from the competitive aspect, the Cun BA basketball tournament serves as a cultural and sporting phenomenon that has garnered immense popularity over the years, with millions of online views and substantial spectator engagement. The tournament, now in its third year, has become not just a basketball competition but also a celebratory event that combines sports with cultural entertainment, as seen on the opening day with performances by singers aiming to convey cultural confidence to the audience. Through such activities, the organizers hope to attract more spectators while preserving and promoting traditional culture in the region.
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