In a spirited athletic atmosphere filled with challenge and collegiate pride, the Regional University Basketball Championship (Central Region) tipped off on the morning of Monday, April 13th, 2026. The event is being held at the Hacène Chalane Hall within the Mustapha Tchaker Sports Complex in Blida.

The tournament commenced with a high-energy opening match in the men’s category between:

• Blida University Hub

• M’Sila University Hub

This marks a promising start to a distinguished sporting competition that reflects the spirit of brotherhood and fair play among university students, as part of the ongoing efforts to support and develop university sports.