East Asia Super League (EASL) Announces Long-Term Partnership With Mongolia’s Professional Basketball League ‘The League’ In Major Expansion For 2025-26 Season And Beyond
(Press Release)
The 2024-25 Champions of Mongolia’s ‘The League’ will represent the Mongolian Basketball Association (MBA) in East Asia Super League
Hong Kong SAR – EASL is proud to announce that Mongolia’s top professional basketball league, ‘The League,’ will join EASL for the 2025-26 season and beyond. Representing Mongolia will be the champion team from the current 2024-25 season, marking a major milestone for the sport in the region.
This expansion represents a significant milestone for EASL as the league continues to unite the top basketball teams across Asia. With the addition of Mongolia, EASL now features champions from leagues across the Philippines, Japan, South Korea, Chinese Taipei, Hong Kong SAR, and Macau SAR, establishing itself as the pinnacle of basketball competition in Asia. Announcements regarding additional leagues joining for the 2025-26 campaign are expected soon.
“We’re excited to welcome ‘The League’ to EASL and support the growth of Mongolian basketball,” said EASL Chief Executive Officer Henry Kerins. “This partnership is a landmark achievement that’s never been done before. It’s a testament to our commitment to elevating basketball across Asia and uniting the region’s best talent. Partnering with Mongolia’s ‘The League’ ensures that EASL teams will compete against strong, well-prepared opponents, raising the level of the game for everyone involved.”
“This marks a historic milestone for Mongolian basketball. For the first time, the best teams from our professional league will compete against Asia’s basketball powerhouses, highlighting our talent, resilience, and dedication to the sport,” said Secretary General of the Mongolian Basketball Association (MBA), Mr. Tugsjargal Sambuu. “This opportunity not only elevates our league and the level of competition but also serves as a powerful inspiration for a new generation of players and fans in Mongolia. We are thrilled to showcase Mongolia’s basketball talent to hundreds of millions of fans across Asia.”
Mongolia’s ‘The League,’ which celebrated its 30th anniversary during the 2024-25 season, consists of 10 teams. Basketball is the largest sports in Mongolia, with over half of the population of the country identifying as a fan, and with the professional league experiencing significant growth over the last few years.
This partnership is a significant step forward for basketball in Asia. By uniting the region’s top leagues and teams under one umbrella, EASL continues to elevate the game and demonstrate the power of collaboration in growing the sport to new heights.
About Mongolia’s ‘The League’
Mongolia's The League is the premier professional basketball league in the country, showcasing the highest level of competition and talent in men's and women's basketball. Established in 1994, The League has become a cornerstone of Mongolia's sports culture, promoting athletic excellence, community engagement, and the growth of basketball across the nation. With a commitment to innovation and inclusivity, The League continues to inspire future generations and elevate Mongolia's presence on the global basketball stage.
For more information on ‘The League,’ please visit any of its social media channels below:
Facebook: – https://www.facebook.com/MongolianBasketballLeague/
Instagram: – https://www.instagram.com/mba.theleague/?hl=en
X – https://x.com/theleague_mba
About East Asia Super League
East Asia Super League (EASL) is the champions league of Asian basketball, uniting top clubs from the region’s premier leagues with world-class production to crown the regions champion. Recognized as one of the world's top professional basketball leagues, EASL is dedicated to elevating the sport across the Asia-Pacific region.
EASL operates under an exclusive long-term partnership with FIBA, the global governing body for basketball, and is officially recognized by FIBA Asia. In addition, the league has agreements with the region's leading domestic basketball leagues, with the participation of their best teams.
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