Question 1

What is the Sunbelt Basketball Association?

Accepted Answer

The Sunbelt Basketball Association is a minor professional basketball league based in Sarasota, Florida, with teams across Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Indiana. It develops overlooked Division 2, Division 3, and JUCO talent for professional opportunities.

Question 2

Where is the Sunbelt Basketball Association located?

Accepted Answer

The Sunbelt Basketball Association is based in Sarasota, Florida, and operates teams across six states: Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Indiana.

Question 3

When is the next Sunbelt Basketball Association event?

Accepted Answer

The next Sunbelt Basketball Association event is the free SBA Christmas Event on December 19, 2026, in Palmetto, Florida, featuring a youth camp, toy giveaway, and two professional games. Details are at sunbelthoops.com.

Question 4

How can I try out for the SBA?

Accepted Answer

Players enter the Sunbelt Basketball Association through the SBA Combine, a pro-level evaluation event. Registration details are posted at sunbelthoops.com.

Question 5

Is the SBA Christmas event free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The SBA Christmas Event on December 19, 2026, in Palmetto, Florida, is free to the community. It includes a youth camp, youth game, toy giveaway, and two professional basketball games.

Question 6

What is Gulf Coast Sports Group?

Accepted Answer

Gulf Coast Sports Group is a Sarasota, Florida nonprofit that runs youth mentoring and sports development programs, including basketball camps. It partners with the Sunbelt Basketball Association on community events like the annual Christmas toy giveaway, which has reached more than 3,300 young people.

Question 7

How do I contact the Sunbelt Basketball Association?

Accepted Answer

You can reach the Sunbelt Basketball Association at (941) 363-1637 or through the contact page at sunbelthoops.com. The league is on Instagram at sunbelt_hoops.

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