Paradise Jam: Elite College Basketball in St. Thomas

Experience "Basketball in Paradise" with Point Pleasant Resort

Paradise Jam 2026 brings the excitement of NCAA Division I basketball to the University of the Virgin Islands in late November. The tournament features a multi-day, bracket-style competition held at the air-conditioned, 3,500-seat Elridge Wilburn Blake Sports and Fitness Center. It is the perfect blend of high-stakes sports and Caribbean relaxation.

• Men’s Tournament: November 20 – 23, 2026
• Women’s Tournament: November 26 – 28, 2026 (Thanksgiving Week)
• The Venue: Elridge Wilburn Blake Sports and Fitness Center (UVI Campus).
• The Competition: Guaranteed three games per team for men and a multi-division format for women (Harbor, Island, and Reef Divisions).
• The Experience: Fans can enjoy world-class hoops in the morning and afternoon, then retreat to the beaches and restaurants of St. Thomas by evening.