Historic Day for Basketball in Ksar Hellal: Both Men's and Women's Teams Reach National Finals in Nabeul

Basketball in Ksar Hellal is experiencing a remarkable moment of growth and recognition as both the men's and women's development centers of the city have qualified together for the national finals of the Basketball Development Centers Festival 2025–2026, taking place in Nabeul. This achievement highlights the continued progress of the sport in the region under the development framework known as "The Talent Factory."

For the first time in the city's history, both development programs are represented simultaneously at the highest national stage, marking a milestone for local basketball.

A Double Qualification for Ksar Hellal

The city will be represented by two teams:

The women's team: Ksar Hellal Tigers

The men's team: Ksar Hellal Basketball Club

This dual qualification reflects the strength of the local training structure and the effectiveness of youth development initiatives in Ksar Hellal. It also confirms the city's rising presence on the national basketball map.

Tournament Schedule – Nabeul (17 May 2026)

The finals will be hosted in Nabeul, with matches spread across two venues.

Men's Competition – Hall of the Beach

09:00 — Ksar Hellal Basketball Club vs Stade Nabeulien

10:30 — US Monastir vs CA Kairouan

12:00 — Classification match

14:00 — Final 🏆

Women's Competition – Bir Challouf Hall

09:00 — Ksar Hellal Tigers vs Amal Mahdia

10:30 — JS Kairouan vs AS Ain Drahem

12:00 — Classification match

14:00 — Final 🏆

A Symbol of Growth and Local Development

This achievement is closely linked to the structured development approach implemented in recent years, focusing on youth training, technical progression, and long-term athlete development. The "Talent Factory" system has played a central role in nurturing local talent and building competitive teams capable of reaching national-level finals.

Beyond results, the presence of both teams in the finals signals a broader cultural and sporting shift in Ksar Hellal, where basketball is becoming an increasingly important part of the city's identity.

One City, Two Teams, One Historic Moment

Seeing both the men's and women's teams competing at the same national finals represents more than a sporting achievement—it reflects unity, ambition, and the evolution of a strong local sports ecosystem.

As the finals approach, Ksar Hellal stands united behind its teams, ready to celebrate a defining moment in its basketball history.

Source: Official announcements from the clubs' Facebook pages (Ksar Hellal basketball development centers)

Tunisian Basketball Federation communications (Fédération Tunisienne de Basketball)

Festival program for Basketball Development Centers 2025–2026 (Nabeul edition)