'ZheBA' Quzhou division tips off with excitement

A player scores as a match gets underway in Quzhou. [Photo/Tide News]

The 2025 Zhejiang Provincial City Basketball League's Quzhou division began its first day of matches on July 12 — featuring three exciting showdowns across different venues in Quzhou, East China's Zhejiang province.

In a series of hard-fought tussles, the team from Kaihua county defeated Qujiang district 79-64, while Kecheng district triumphed over Longyou county 93-72. The team from Jiangshan county-level city achieved victory against Changshan county with a score of 115-66, marking a significant milestone by topping 100 points in a single game.

Inside the arenas, players gave their all, displaying honed skills and providing the audience with thrilling matches. Spectators in Quzhou were also treated to a cultural experience alongside the games.

At the Kecheng home game, fans were entertained with a captivating performance that blended martial arts and elegance. During the halftime break, a giant Longyou steamed sponge cake was brought onto the court, offering a taste of local culinary delights.

The excitement extended beyond the court, as various markets featuring traditional foods and cultural heritage helped transform the event into a festive carnival.

The Quzhou division's preliminary rounds will run until July 26, across sports venues in its six counties including county-level cities and districts. The champion team of the Quzhou division will then join a city-level joint team to represent Quzhou in the City Championship of the 2025 Zhejiang Provincial City Basketball League, also known as "ZheBA".