Wellball Open Tour: Founders Edition Coming to South Jersey on May 31
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The fast-rising sport of Wellball will bring its excitement to South Jersey on Saturday, May 31 at 2:00 PM for the Wellball Open Tour: Founders Edition at Center Court Sports.
Founded by South Jersey native Omar Wellington and a team originally from Cherry Hill, NJ, the Founders Edition event represents a homecoming celebration for one of the most exciting new sports concepts in the country.
Often described as “the pickleball of basketball,” Wellball is a head-to-head shooting sport designed to make basketball more inclusive, competitive, and accessible for players of all ages and skill levels. The sport utilizes a proprietary rebounding system called “The Well,” creating nonstop action, strategic gameplay, and high-energy competition.
Since launching, Wellball has quickly generated momentum through celebrity-driven events, community tournaments, and activations featuring notable athletes, entertainers, and basketball legends. WNBA stars Paige Bueckers and Sonia Citron, along with former NBA players Lance Stephenson, Al Harrington, Monta Ellis, and others, have all participated in Wellball events. Former NBA All-Star Stephon Marbury has become one of the sport’s biggest supporters and will headline the May 31 event by bringing his own team to compete in the tournament. His team includes Zach Marbury and former South Jersey standout and Division I player Becky Pund.
The tournament will feature 16 selected teams from New York, Philadelphia, the DMV, and South Jersey competing in a single-elimination format for a $10,000 cash prize. Games will begin at 2:00 PM, with each matchup lasting 30 minutes.
Additional notable competitors include Brian Magid, widely considered the best Wellball player in the world, who will bring a team from the DMV area, as well as renowned basketball trainer Dave Williams, best known for training NBA star Jalen Brunson.
The Wellball Open Tour was created to allow communities across the country to experience Wellball free of charge — both as players and spectators. Admission to the event is completely free.
Fans can reserve free tickets at PlayWellball.com/opentour-nj-event-pass.
The event will take place at the newly renovated Center Court Sports facility, formerly known as Peak Skills.
EVENT DETAILS
Wellball Open Tour: Founders Edition
Saturday, May 31, 2026
2:00 PM
Center Court Sports
1039 Industrial Dr
West Berlin, NJ
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About Wellball
Wellball is a new head-to-head shooting sport designed to create a more inclusive, fast-paced, and entertaining basketball experience. Combining skill, strategy, and nonstop action, Wellball is quickly emerging as one of the most exciting new sports properties in the world.
