Chandigarh: The 12th Sardar Bhagwant Singh Memorial Basketball Trophy, the Tricity’s biggest inter-school basketball tournament, commenced at the Indoor Basketball Court, Sports Complex, Sector 42, Chandigarh. Hosted by Vivek High School, Mohali, the week-long tournament will run from October 12 to 19, 2026, and features 101 teams competing across four age categories for both boys and girls. The teams represent 28 schools from across the Tricity.
Mr Aman Sidhu, former captain of the DAV College and Panjab University (PU) basketball teams, graced the opening ceremony as the Chief Guest. Vikramjeet Singh Mamik, Administrator of Vivek High School, and the school’s Principal, Jaswinder Gandhok, were among the other dignitaries present at the opening ceremony.
Lighting of the lamp taking place during the opening ceremony of the 12th Sardar Bhagwant Singh Memorial Baskteball Tournament
Vikramjeet Singh Mamik expressed delight at the enthusiastic participation of schools and said, “Every year, the tournament gets bigger and attracts a greater number of schools. It has positioned itself as the biggest inter-school basketball competition in the region, providing an excellent platform for young basketball players to showcase their skills.”
Players in action.
Mrs Jaswinder Gandhok, Principal of Vivek High School, Mohali, said, “We look forward to welcoming the teams and continuing this cherished sporting tradition that celebrates talent, determination, sportsmanship and camaraderie.”
Vishal Sharma, HOD sports, Vivek High School, Mohali said, “The tournament features Under-10, Under-12, Under-14 and Under-17 categories for both boys and girls. The matches are being played on a knockout basis.”
Meanwhile, the opening day’s fixtures began with Guru Nanak Public School (GNPS), Chandigarh, facing Shemrock School, Mohali, in the Under-17 boys’ category. Shemrock School won the match 52-41, with Navshan scoring 22 points. Jasman was the top scorer for the losing GNPS team, also scoring 22 points.
In another Under-17 boys’ encounter, Yadavindra Public School (YPS), Mohali, defeated St Kabir School, Chandigarh, 51-40. Zorawar was the highest scorer for YPS with 17 points, while Vardan led the scoring for the losing team with 11 points.
In an Under-14 boys’ match between Learning Paths School (LPS), Mohali, and Shemrock School, Mohali, Learning Paths School won 35-18. Eknoor was the highest scorer for the winning team with nine points, while Angad scored 12 points for the losing side.
In another Under-14 boys’ match, Smart Wonders School, Mohali, prevailed over Amity International School, Mohali, with a 28-3 victory. Naksh was the highest scorer for the winners with four points, while Aarush scored three points for the losing side.In the Under-14 girls’ category, Yadavindra Public School (YPS), Mohali, defeated Delhi Public School (DPS), Mohali, 28-14. Yashika was the top scorer for the winning team, while Mishika led the scoring for DPS with 14 points.
In another Under-14 girls’ encounter, Vivek High School, Mohali, defeated Amity International School, Mohali, 21-12. Samreen was the highest scorer for the winning team with nine points, while Japji scored four points for the losing side.
With a total prize pool of ₹2.70 lakh, the tournament will award trophies and certificates, along with Man of the Match and Best Player awards, recognising individual excellence and team performances.
The tournament is witnessing participation from the following schools: Vivek High School, Mohali; Vivek High School, Chandigarh; Saupin’s School, Chandigarh; Saupin’s School, Mohali; St Joseph’s School, Chandigarh; Learning Paths School (LPS), Mohali; Manav Rachna, Mohali; Kendriya Vidyalaya (KV), Air Force Station (AFS); Doon International School, Mohali; Sacred Heart School, Chandigarh; Manav Mangal School; DPS, Chandigarh; DPS, Mohali; Yadavindra Public School (YPS), Mohali; Guru Nanak Public School, Chandigarh; Amity International School, Mohali; St Kabir Public School, Chandigarh; Strawberry Fields High School, Chandigarh; Lawrence Public School; St John’s High School, Chandigarh; Smart Wonders School, Mohali; Shemrock School, Mohali; Gian Jyoti School, Mohali; Paragon School, Mohali; Tribune Model School, Chandigarh; St Xavier’s School, Mohali; St Anne’s School; and RIMT World School, Manimajra.
