The SKLIKE Women’s Basketball Tournament will take place on October 11 at Yangjeong High School in Seoul, South Korea, featuring the newly established ‘For With To Global Mothers’ team, founded in 2024 by immigrant women, along with six other women’s amateur teams, according to event organizers.
Event Overview and Verified Details
The SKLIKE Women’s Basketball Tournament, a regional competition highlighting grassroots women’s basketball, is scheduled to begin at 10:00 AM KST (01:00 UTC) on October 11 at Yangjeong High School, a venue known for hosting local sports events. The tournament’s organizing committee confirmed the date and location, stating it will feature teams from across the Seoul metropolitan area.
The ‘For With To Global Mothers’ team, described as a collective of immigrant women, was founded in 2024, as reported by the event’s promotional materials. This marks the team’s debut in the SKLIKE tournament, which has previously included teams such as the Seoul Women’s Amateur Basketball Association and the Gyeonggi Province All-Star squad. However, specific details about the other six teams remain unconfirmed, with organizers citing ongoing participant registrations.
Context and Significance
The SKLIKE tournament, now in its fifth year, has grown as a platform for women’s amateur basketball in South Korea. According to the Korean Basketball Association (KBA), the event has seen a 30% increase in participation since 2021, reflecting broader interest in women’s sports. The inclusion of the ‘For With To Global Mothers’ team highlights the tournament’s focus on diversity and community engagement.
Organizers emphasized the team’s unique background, noting that its members represent a “multicultural mosaic” of immigrant women. “This team embodies the spirit of the tournament—bringing together people from different walks of life through the universal language of basketball,” said a KBA spokesperson.
Key Teams and Players
While specific player details for the ‘For With To Global Mothers’ team remain unavailable, the tournament’s official website lists six other teams. These include the Seoul Metropolitan
