4th Annual Roger Obata Tribute Game & Marketplace

THE GODZILLAS ARE BACK!

Basketball, creativity and community come together at the 4th Annual Roger Obata Tribute Game & Marketplace.

Join us for an afternoon bringing generations together through sport, art, performance and community.

Highlights include:

• Open gym and basketball activities for all ages and skill levels
• Godzillas (Japanese Canadian) vs. Mgizi (Indigenous) 5-on-5 Tribute Game
• Performances by Kizuna Canada, hoop dancer Emilee Ann Pitawanakwat and taiko drummers
• Pop-up mural and colouring activities
• Japanese Canadian and Indigenous community marketplace
• The Japanese Canadian Book of ABCs and Setsuko Thurlow’s Never Silent
• Filming for a documentary about Roger Obata and his generation

Pre-Register for a Chance to Win Nike Items and Event T-Shirts!

Pre-registration is encouraged, but event-day admission will also be available.

For admission only, use the Get Tickets button on this Eventbrite page:

• Youth (17 & under):& Elders (75+):Free
• Adults (18–74): $5

Prize Draw

All pre-registered attendees will be entered in the prize draw for Nike items, event T-shirts, and copies of The Japanese Canadian Book of ABCs. You must be present to claim a prize.

Want an event T-shirt? Use one of the Square links below instead. Your admission is included when you pre-register for a T-shirt, so you do not need to register separately through Eventbrite.

Event T-Shirts

Register early for the best chance of getting your preferred size.Event T-Shirts
Pre-register below for a T-shirt and any applicable admission is included.

• Youth T-shirt: $15 pre-register | $18 event day — save $3
• Adult T-shirt: $25 pre-register, includes admission | $28 event day + $5 admission — save $8
• Elder T-shirt: $20 pre-register | $28 event day — save $8

A limited selection of past Tribute Game T-shirts and jerseys will also be available for purchase.

T-shirt quantities and sizes are limited, so pre-registration is recommended.

Come early and stay late.

Enjoy a community marketplace, open gym, all-ages skill-building activities and a kid-friendly zone, leading up to the main event: a 5-on-5 matchup between the JC

Godzillas and Team Mgizi.

The Godzillas are proud to field a mixed team featuring skilled female and male players. Whether you come to play, cheer, shop or connect, the day brings together sport, art, culture and community.

Community Marketplace

Support Japanese Canadian, Japanese and Indigenous makers, including young vendors, first-time sellers and emerging entrepreneurs.

Join the Story

Mark your calendar for Sunday, November 8, and join us for year four of the Roger Obata Tribute Basketball Game & Community Marketplace.

Bring your friends and family, support local artists and vendors, and help us celebrate community across generations.

See you courtside — or on the court!

Event details will continue to be updated as plans are confirmed.

Website: www.torontonajc.ca
Instagram: @torontonajc
Contact: [email protected]

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BallMatics Academy, 950 Dupont Street, Toronto, Canada

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