The One La Salle Alumni Basketball League Hits Record-Breaking Season with 80 Teams
The 26th EcoOil One La Salle Alumni Basketball League, presented by SMART Sports, continues to raise the bar for alumni sports competitions in the Philippines as it celebrates its latest season titled “Champions of the Animo.”
Headed by the La Salle Green Hills Alumni Association (LSGHAA), the league has been a cornerstone of the Lasallian community for over two decades. Each year, it continues to grow not only in size but also in prestige, having welcomed a mix of former standouts, seasoned veterans, and rising talents from across generations.
This 26th season marks a historic milestone for the league, reaching a record-breaking 80 teams and over 1,250 participants — its largest turnout to date.
Games are held every Sunday throughout the day, primarily at the La Salle Green Hills St. Benilde Gym and Fr. Martinez Activity Center [FMAC], with select matchups also hosted in partner venues such as Gameville Ballpark. This multi-venue setup allows the league to accommodate its growing number of teams while maintaining a high-quality game environment.
The competition is divided into four main categories: 39-below, 40-up, Mixed [Open] and the Free Agents Draft League — a unique division designed to promote inclusivity by allowing alumni without teams to still participate and experience competitive basketball.
In addition to its 5x5 competitions, the league has also expanded into other formats, including the successful staging of a 3x3 basketball tournament in 2024, further broadening opportunities for participation and engagement within the Lasallian community.
What sets the league apart is its long-standing commitment to balance and enjoyment. Teams are classified based on skill level, ensuring a more competitive yet fair playing field, where both high-level athletes and recreational players can thrive.
Beyond the games, the league continues to evolve as a full-fledged experience. A highlight last season was the introduction of the Awards & Fellowship Night, a celebration that brings players together off the court for an evening of food, drinks, and music, strengthening camaraderie within the Lasallian community.
Since 2018, the league has experienced rapid growth, driven by its push toward a professional-level sporting experience. Participants and fans enjoy livestream broadcasts w/ commentary, in-game photography, graphic coverage, FIBA Live Stats integration, and a wide array of sponsor-driven activations and giveaways.
As the season unfolds, the One La Salle Alumni Basketball League continues to embody its theme — Champions of the Animo — bringing together competition, community, and Lasallian pride in one of the country’s premier alumni leagues.
For organizations and communities looking to mount their own leagues or sports programs, the continued success of the One La Salle Alumni Basketball League stands as a testament to what is possible when events are not only organized efficiently, but also designed to grow, engage, and bring people together.
The 26th season is made possible through the support of its partners and sponsors.
Organizer: Kings of the Court PH, in cooperation with the Official La Salle Green Hills Alumni Association Facebook Page.
Co-Presentors: EcoOil, SMART Sports, PusoPilipinas
League Sponsors: SportsPlus PH, Feel Great with Steph Inlayo, Frankie’s New York Buffalo Wings, Gerry’s Grill, Titan, Star, Bluefire, Zamst Philippines