The IIMPACT Basketball League, organized by IIMPACT HOOP LAB, a premier skill-based basketball
academy, proudly hosted its Season 2 Draft Night at the prestigious Cinnamon Grand Colombo on 29th
August 2024. The event was a significant milestone in the league’s journey, bringing together emerging
basketball talents, coaches, and fans for an evening filled with excitement and strategic team-building.
Held in the luxurious setting of Cinnamon Grand Colombo, the Draft Night was a resounding success, setting the stage for an even more thrilling second season. Teams such as Eagles, Slam City, Lion Hearts, and Dribble Elites carefully selected their rosters from a pool of top players at training at IIMPACT, ensuring fierce competition in the upcoming season.
Event Highlights:
- Player Selections: Teams made their picks from the most promising talents.
- Special Appearances: The event was graced by parents of the players, media and the basketball community.
- Fan Engagement: The league provided media coverage and exclusive behind-the-scenes content on its social media platforms, allowing fans to be part of the excitement and witness the birth of new basketball stars.
- The league features four competitive teams: Impact Lion Hearts, sponsored by K J Group; Slam City,Supported by Mr. Prabhu Deepan; Dribble Elites, backed by Oplee; and Impact Eagles, with sponsorship from Mackly.
Statement from the League Director: “The successful Draft Night at Cinnamon Grand Colombo underscores our commitment to elevating the sport of basketball in the Sri Lanka. We are excited to see how these talented players will shape the upcoming season. Our mission at IIMPACT is to develop players’ skills and provide them with opportunities to grow and thrive in a competitive environment,” said [Anushka Jayalath].