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PTN Hoops Fest 2026: From Basketball Nostalgia to Ideas for National Progress

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The PTN Hoops Fest 2026 brings together alumni from top Indonesian state universities for basketball and networking.
  • The event serves as a platform for camaraderie, nostalgia, and exchanging ideas for national progress.
  • Participants compete in various age categories, fostering health, unity, and stronger alumni ties.

The PTN Hoops Fest 2026 is more than just a basketball tournament for alumni of Indonesia's leading state universities; it's a vibrant gathering fostering camaraderie, nostalgia, and a crucial exchange of ideas aimed at national advancement. Hundreds of alumni from prestigious institutions like Universitas Indonesia, Universitas Gadjah Mada, and Institut Teknologi Bandung are participating in the four-day event held at GOR Bulungan in South Jakarta.

Under the theme "One Basketball, Countless Memories," the tournament aims to reunite alumni through sport while promoting healthy competition and a sense of togetherness. Seven prominent state universities are represented, with competitions divided into age categories including 30+, 40+, 50+, and 55+ for men, and 30+ for women. This structure ensures balanced play and encourages participation across different generations.

The spirit is the spirit of unity, the spirit of competition, the spirit of staying healthy, as well as fostering friendship, especially among alumni of state universities.

— Anggito AbimanyuAnggito Abimanyu, former Chairman of PP Perbasi and current Chairman of the Deposit Insurance Corporation (LPS), spoke about the broader meaning of the PTN Hoops Fest.

Anggito Abimanyu, former Chairman of PP Perbasi and current Chairman of the Deposit Insurance Corporation (LPS), highlighted the event's broader significance. He emphasized that PTN Hoops Fest embodies unity, promotes fitness, and strengthens alumni relationships. For many participants, the tournament is a chance to reconnect with old friends from the 1980s, reminiscing about their youth while enjoying the sport.

Beyond nostalgia, the relaxed atmosphere of the basketball games facilitates open discussions on various national issues. Abimanyu noted that these informal exchanges allow alumni to share insights and suggestions with the government. Hasan Fawzi, a member of the OJK Board of Commissioners, also lauded the event, recognizing its success in integrating sports, fellowship, and alumni networking into a single, meaningful platform.

My old friends from the 1980s. They are all almost 60 years old now. We can exchange ideas about the progress of this nation.

— Anggito AbimanyuAbimanyu reflected on the opportunity to reconnect with old friends and discuss national progress during the event.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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