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Off the Dribble and Swish Queer Basketball Club are teaming up for a community-forward celebration of queer joy, movement, and visibility.

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Presented by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/offthedribble.chi" title="https://www.instagram.com/offthedribble.chi" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Off the Dribble</a> x <a href="https://swishqueerbasketball.com" title="https://swishqueerbasketball.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Swish Queer Basketball Club</a> powered by lululemon.Join us for Pride Basketball Day of Play — a high-energy celebration of basketball, joy, and community building.This is a fully immersive basketball experience designed to celebrate Pride through play, connection, and joy. The event features a one-of-a-kind 3x3 tournament, crowd-favorite basketball mini-games, and interactive spaces for community building. This isn’t just about getting buckets — it’s about showing up, being seen, and celebrating queer brilliance on and off the court.Rooted in sport and powered by community, the event also spotlights LGBTQ+ voices, uplifts queer-owned businesses, and creates space to hoop. Whether you’re here to hoop, cheer, or connect, there’s a place for you. Expect high-energy play, live music, local vendors, and vibrant moments that honor the resilience and joy of our community.

<h3>HOW TO JOIN IN THE DAY</h3>Whether you're here to ball out or just soak it all in — there's a way for everyone to join the fun. Important note: The 3x3 tournament and basketball mini-games will run concurrently, so we ask that participants SIGN UP FOR ONLY ONE to ensure everyone has the chance to play and engage fully. Registration for games close at 3PM. 3x3 TOURNAMENT: To honor the work of Off the Dribble in creating space for women, non-binary, and trans hoopers in Chicago, we’re proud to host a 3x3 tournament centered on community, joy, and visibility. Eligibility: Open to women, non-binary, and trans players. Team sign ups are limited. Must sign up with a team. One person will sign up team of 3-4 and they will receive an email from Alondra Segoviano with more day of details<blockquote>Team Size: 4 players max (3 on court, 1 sub).</blockquote><blockquote>Rules + Game play: Games will follow FIBA 3x3 rules with slight modifications. No shot clock. Continuous clock with no stops until the last minute. Games are single elimination. Half-court play, possession changes cleared beyond arc. Fouls tracked by team, not individual (2 unsportsmanlike = disqualification). Overtime: First to 2 points</blockquote>_____________________________________________________________________________________________________MINI GAMES: Not into full games? Drop into fun, low-pressure basketball mini-games led by Swish Queer Basketball Club. Perfect for casual players or anyone who just wants to move and have fun. Dribble Knockout. Classic Knockout. Relay Races. Five-Star Shooting Challenges. Eligibility: Open to everyone and all levels.<blockquote>Drop in anytime between 3–4:30 PM to join the games you love — no need to play in all of them! Come for the fun, stay for the community. We will not have a set schedule of the mini games so we encourage you all to come when does open to you do not miss your favorite game!</blockquote>______________________________________________________________________________________________________SPECTATE &amp; CELEBRATE: Cheer from the sidelines, connect with community, and enjoy the energy of Pride in motion.______________________________________________________________________________________________________EXPLORE LGBTQ+ RESOURCES: Browse and connect with local LGBTQ+ organizations, and discover community-powered resources — all in one vibrant marketplace.

Agenda

Doors Open 

Welcome + Connection

3 x 3 tournament

Mini Games

Closing remarks

Explore local resources

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