The Japan B.LEAGUE is bringing its championship energy to the Philippines for the first time with “B.LEAGUE Final Week in Manila 2025,” happening from May 22 to 25.
The Japan B.LEAGUE is bringing the energy of its championship week to Manila, with Filipino fan favorites set to take center stage in the “B.LEAGUE Final Week in MANILA 2025” from May 22 to 25 at Gateway Mall, Cubao.
The four-day celebration, backed by the Embassy of Japan, SBP, and Cignal, is designed to showcase the B.LEAGUE experience while tackling social issues and promoting basketball to the local community through clinics, viewing parties, and cultural exchange.
Here's what to expect:
May 22 (Thursday) – B.Hope Asia Jr. Clinic
Kicking off the festivities is a junior clinic focused on fitness and hydration, addressing health and education challenges.
Guest: Ray Parks Jr. (Osaka Evessa)
Time: 4:30 PM and 7:00 PM sessions
Supervised by Japanese national team staff member Shinji Tomiyama
May 23 (Friday) – B.Hope Asia 3x3 Challenge
A mixed-gender tournament aiming to push for gender equality.
Guest: Matthew Wright (Kawasaki Brave Thunders)
Time: Starts 5:00 PM (Final at 8:30 PM)
May 24 (Saturday) – Game 1 Viewing Party
Fans can watch Game 1 of the B.LEAGUE Finals live on the big screen.
Post-game: Meet & Greet with Dwight Ramos (Levanga Hokkaido)
Time: 1:00 PM event start | 1:30 PM tip-off
May 25 (Sunday) – Game 2 Viewing Party
Another big screen viewing of the B.LEAGUE Finals Game 2.
Post-game: Meet & Greet with Kiefer Ravena (Yokohama B-Corsairs)
Time: 11:30 AM event start | 12:00 NN tip-off
Other activities during the B.LEAGUE Final Week in Manila will include a uniform donation drive, where fans are encouraged to donate gently used basketball uniforms to support underprivileged Filipino children with dreams of playing the sport.
In addition, there will be interactive booths and sponsor activations set up throughout the event, offering fans fun experiences and exclusive B.LEAGUE merchandise.