The HBCU Hoops Invitational is positioned as a legacy basketball invitational exclusive to HBCUs men’s and women’s programs providing a multi-day tournament experience. This inaugural event took place December 4-7, 2025 in Orlando, Florida at Disney’s ESPN Wide World of Sports. We are now gearing up for 2026 and would love to have your support!

We have launched our $2,000,000 Capital Campaign for 2026, and we are looking for 1,000 people who can be on our "Dream Team of Donors" to help us get there! That means 1,000 friends, family, co-workers, colleagues, and professional athletes donating $2,000 for personal tax deductions, company deductions or corporate donations; and others donating denominations of any amount that is in your heart's desire!

We are going big this year! And we know our community will be there with us to make this year even better! Eight schools will meet up this year, and we will be set and prepared to give them more success engagement and another amazing tournament!

This prestigious national basketball invitational is designed to illuminate and elevate Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) through the lens of competitive athletics, education, and cultural celebration.

The HBCU Hoops Invitational exists to elevate sports at Historically Black Colleges and Universities through the powerful platform of college basketball and to address several critical needs by:

Increasing national visibility for HBCU athletic programs
Promote enrollment at HBCUs by exposing students and families to their value and legacy
Provide resources and support for scholar-athletes, including academic services and scholarships
Career Preparation – Internships, leadership development, and job readiness
Foster a pipeline of opportunity for underserved youth through education, sport, and mentorship

We aim to inspire youth, foster educational pathways, and celebrate Black excellence in academics and athletics. This tournament serves as a gateway for middle and high school students to consider HBCUs as not just a collegiate option, but a destination for growth, heritage, and pride.

We Thank You in advance, for your contributions and support! And we hope to see you at this year's tournament!

Stay tuned to our GiveButter page for all programs/activities/and events this year, and to keep up with where we are in our progress toward reaching our $2,000,000 Capital Campaign goal! This is a goal we would love to reach together, with those in our community who support HBCU's, student athletes and the success principles we love to transmit! Also, follow our partnership with Dream Beacon, as we continue to pour into and highlight the development success strands that come from this partnership and all the outcomes we will list at the end of 2026 - where we know you will "See What We See" regarding alumni from our HBCU's and our partnership programs! See you on the court!

HBCU Hoops 2026 Capital Campaign

"See What We See: Success Principles For Student Athletes"

Team Members