The event, named Media Day, took place on 4-5/4 and was organized for the first time in the Ho Chi Minh City area. This event served to build excitement before the VnExpress Youth Basketball Tournament - Ziaja Cup, which is set to begin in late April.

The Vinschool Central Park girls' team showed enthusiasm for their first participation in the tournament.

From left, three members Quy Anh, Minh Chau, and Khanh Linh of the Vinschool Central Park girls' team posed confidently for the camera.

Beyond group shots, players also focused on creating unique photos that reflected their individual styles. According to a team representative, Media Day helped foster team cohesion and boosted morale ahead of the competition.

The Nguyen Khuyen boys' team from Ho Chi Minh City displayed fierce determination before the tournament. Participating for the first time this year, the team aims for a deep run, even targeting the finals.

Tuong Khang, the team captain, described Media Day as an engaging activity. The photo shoot process was quick and provided detailed instructions, allowing teams to adapt easily. "The activity helps the entire team build an image like professional basketball teams, so I am very excited," Khang said.

Hoang Hoa Tham high school (blue) and Le Hong Phong high school (mint green) have rosters considered evenly matched in quality.

The Le Quy Don boys' team is highly regarded for its physical fitness and strength, featuring muscular players.

The Tay Thanh girls' team demonstrated creativity in their posing. Tay Thanh is one of six schools participating in the tournament with both boys' and girls' teams.

A group photo of the Nguyen Khuyen girls' team, participating in the tournament for the first time.

The Fortis Nguyen Thuong Hien girls' team registered numerous members for their inaugural participation. The team aims to advance beyond the group stage.

The VnExpress Youth Basketball Tournament - Ziaja Cup 2026, Ho Chi Minh City region, will take place in late April and early May. Matches will primarily be held on weekends.

In the boys' division, 16 teams are divided into four groups, competing in a single round-robin format, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the quarterfinals. The girls' division features eight teams split into two groups, with the top two from each group proceeding to the semifinals. The boys' and girls' champions from the Ho Chi Minh City region will compete in the Super Cup against the Hanoi champions, which include the Vinschool The Harmony boys' champion and the Phan Dinh Phung girls' champion.

Hoai Phuong