NWBA National Championship Series
The National Wheelchair Basketball Association (NWBA) National Championship Series is the absolute pinnacle of domestic wheelchair basketball. Bringing together the top-ranked teams from across the United States, this multi-weekend tournament crowns national champions across multiple tiers, including Adult Divisions (I, II, and III) and the Junior Divisions (Varsity and Prep).
Known for its fast breaks, elite tactical execution, and fierce rivalries, the National Championship Series represents the culmination of months of rigorous regular-season play. For APEX Para Athletics athletes and fans, this event showcases the incredible depth of the wheelchair basketball community and serves as a primary scouting ground for Team USA’s elite pipeline.
2026 Event Details & Location
Junior Division Nationals: March 19–22, 2026
Adult Division Nationals: March 26–29, 2026
Location: Monroe-West Monroe, Louisiana
Venue: West Monroe Sports & Events Facility (A brand-new, state-of-the-art 110,000-square-foot indoor sports complex featuring eight premium hardwood courts under one roof).
Quick Links & Resources
To help APEX teams, athletes, and supporters navigate the postseason tournament hub, use the direct links below to access official NWBA central dashboards:
Official Event Home: Explore general tournament overviews, spectator ticket information, and local fan guides on the main NWBA Website.
Team Registration & Postseason Guidelines: Review divisional bid acceptance rules, entry fee invoices, and mandatory postseason compliance steps via Event Registration.
Tournament Schedule & Venues: Access daily tip-off times, court assignments, and venue layout specifications on the Schedule & Venue details page.
Brackets, Live Scores & Historical Data: Follow real-time tournament progression, digital stat tracking, and final placements at the Awards & Results hub.
Important APEX Logistics Note: The NWBA operates under a strict "Stay to Play" housing model for the National Championships to lower facility costs. All competing teams must submit their official lodging forms, including confirmation numbers, through the event portal to avoid automatic postseason compliance penalties.