The 43nd Annual San Jose Ninja Invitational Basketball Tournament
April 4-5, 2026
April 4-5, 2026
President's Welcome
We’re excited to celebrate our 43rd annual tournament, bringing together 100 teams and more than 800 players from Sacramento, Southern California, and across the Bay Area. San Jose is the place to be this April 4–5!
As the competition heats up, we encourage all spectators to cheer loudly, support respectfully, and show the best of sportsmanship. Our players, referees, and incredible parent volunteers are giving their all to make this tournament a success. Let’s match their effort with positivity and spirit.
After a full day of basketball, the fun continues off the court. Join us Saturday night at the Santa Clara Marriott for our signature socials: Adult, High School, and Middle School. Whether you’re reconnecting with old friends or meeting new ones, these events are always a tournament highlight you won’t want to miss.
A huge thank you to the Ninja Board of Directors, Tournament Committees, and Ninja families for your dedication and hard work in bringing this weekend to life.
Here’s to another unforgettable weekend of competition and community!
Kevin Kawano
President, San Jose Ninja Youth Foundation
As the competition heats up, we encourage all spectators to cheer loudly, support respectfully, and show the best of sportsmanship. Our players, referees, and incredible parent volunteers are giving their all to make this tournament a success. Let’s match their effort with positivity and spirit.
After a full day of basketball, the fun continues off the court. Join us Saturday night at the Santa Clara Marriott for our signature socials: Adult, High School, and Middle School. Whether you’re reconnecting with old friends or meeting new ones, these events are always a tournament highlight you won’t want to miss.
A huge thank you to the Ninja Board of Directors, Tournament Committees, and Ninja families for your dedication and hard work in bringing this weekend to life.
Here’s to another unforgettable weekend of competition and community!
Kevin Kawano
President, San Jose Ninja Youth Foundation
2026 Tournament Details
Please check back in March 2026 for more tournament information.
The live scores for the 2026 San Jose Ninja Invitational Basketball Tournament brackets are available on the TeamSnap Tournaments App.
2026 San Jose Ninja Tournament Socials
Join us on Saturday, April 4 at the Santa Clara Marriott for the most exciting part of the tournament—our socials! We’re hosting three exclusive gatherings for adults, middle school, and high school, where you can unwind, celebrate, and connect with players, families, and coaches. Enjoy food, drinks, live DJs, photo booths, games, and exciting raffle prizes. Don’t miss out on the ultimate night of fun and friendship!
Middle School SocialTime: 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Room: TBD For: 5th-8th Grades, Siblings* in middle school Featuring: live DJ, pizza, boba tea, photo booth, games, raffle prizes Entrance fee: $20 |
High School SocialTime: 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Room: TBD For: 9th-12th Grade, Siblings* in high school Featuring: live DJ, pizza, sweets, boba tea, photo booth, games, prizes Entrance fee: $20 |
Adult SocialTime: 8:30 PM - Midnight
Room: TBD For: Coaches, parents, non-player siblings Featuring: live DJ, appetizers, desserts |
If players preregistered for the middle and high socials, please check with your team manager for your prepaid wristbands.
Santa Clara Marriott
2700 Mission College Boulevard
Santa Clara, CA 95054
Santa Clara, CA 95054
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2025 San Jose Ninja Tournament Committee
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Kevin Kawano
President Dean Kobashigawa Tournament Advisor Kevin Dobashi Boys' Tournament Director Cynthia Kashima Bader Hotel Coordinator Stuart Ishida Gym Coordinator |
Lindsay Mune
Treasurer Cynthia Kashima Bader Tournament Director Karen Shen Social Co-Director Keith Morikawa Historian / Game Tracker Andy Namba Referee Coordinator |
Tori Sakurai
Secretary Jeff Young Girls' Tournament Director Tania Yang Social Co-Director Dori Okumura Apparel Coordinator |
For tournament related questions, please contact tournament@sjninja.org.
