MBEYA, July 10 -- BASKETBALL returns to centre stage in Mbeya as the 2026 Mbeya Basketball League tips off on 11-12 July at the Roman Catholic Youth Centre with four opening fixtures.

According to information released by Joginda Msai, an official from the league organising committee, preparations for the new season have been completed, paving the way for another competitive campaign expected to showcase some of the regions finest basketball talent.

The opening weekend promises a thrilling start as both the men and womens categories battle get underway. On Saturday.

Msai said that the womens encounter between defending champion Flames Queens and Kimondo Rippers will officially tip off the new season before attention shifts to the mens f...