Elite Pro Basketball & Elite Women’s Pro Basketball introduces a dream revolutionary gateway for professional basketball journey in India.
In yet another revolutionary moment for Indian Basketball, the Elite Pro Basketball League (EPBL)/Elite Women’s Pro Basketball League (EWPBL), one of the premier & pro basketball leagues, announces a unique and first of its kind league structure in India – aimed at providing a pathway for emerging basketball talent to rise through the ranks and compete at the highest levels of the sport.
The new league structure called CUE (COLLEGIATE.UPRISING.ELITE) introduces the Uni Slam Series, a unique platform that invites college players to showcase their skills by forming teams(open) and competing for the coveted title. The champions of the Uni Slam Series will earn the prestigious opportunity to advance to the next level and get drafted into the developmental league aptly named the U League. These players if produce the best quality of basketball in the Uni Slam Series can also stand a chance to directly be drafted into any of the pro teams in the EPBL & EWPBL.
The U League, a developmental league is set to become a hotbed of Indian basketball talent, offering an unparalleled platform for players to refine their skills and compete against the best in the country. Success in the U League opens the door to the pinnacle of Indian Pro basketball — the EPBL & EWPBL. The team that wins the U League every season will automatically be promoted & add up as an additional team in the EPBL & EWPBL. These pro leagues have 16 teams in the EPBL and 6 teams in EWPBL, and will open a window for 32 teams over the next few years.
winning both the Uni Slam Series and the U League grants players the extraordinary opportunity to step onto the grand stage of the EPBL & EWPBL. This seamless progression from college-level competitions to the professional leagues exemplifies EPBL & EWPBL’s commitment to nurturing and showcasing the finest basketball talent in India. EPB & EWPB believe that this innovative structure will not only elevate the standard of basketball in the country but also provide a clear pathway for aspiring players to pursue their dreams of playing at the professional level.
Commenting on this innovative announcement, Sunny Bhandarkar CEO at Elite Pro Basketball said, “We are thrilled to unveil this new league structure, which is a bullet proof plan to secure talent and provide a clear pathway for players to reach the highpoint of the sport. The Uni Slam Series and U League are designed to create a competitive and nurturing environment for college players, developing & preparing them for the challenges of professional basketball. We are excited to witness the growth of basketball in India through this innovative pathway. This is the CUE for Indian Basketball players to stand up for themselves. We at The Elite Pro Basketball League are poised to make a significant impact on the Indian basketball landscape, with this new structure expected to captivate fans and inspire a new generation of athletes. The league invites basketball enthusiasts, colleges, and players alike to be part of this exciting journey as Basketball reaches new heights in India.”
