The Tournament
A full bracket basketball tournament with players 16 and older competing for the Hoops and Hearts title. Fast paced, high energy, unforgettable.
Come join us for a fun filled day of basketball, learn about heart health, and celebrate all things MJ. Whether you are a seasoned pro or just starting out, this event is open to all. Players must be 16 and up to participate.
Hoops and Hearts for MJ is an annual basketball tournament honouring Mantej Singh Minhas, a passionate foodie, loving husband, son, brother, uncle, and devoted friend whose sudden passing from heart disease reminded us how precious every game and every heartbeat truly is.
The day features keynote speakers on preventative heart health, a full bracket tournament, lunch, prizes, and a closing ceremony. Every ticket, every donation, every assist fuels local charitable work and heart health awareness in the South Asian community.
Read MJ's Story
From the opening tipoff to the closing ceremony, every moment is built to honour MJ, support heart health, and bring our community together.
A full bracket basketball tournament with players 16 and older competing for the Hoops and Hearts title. Fast paced, high energy, unforgettable.
Medical professionals share preventative tips on heart disease, plus how to navigate and advocate for yourself in the Ontario healthcare system.
Lunch break, prize giveaways, and a closing ceremony honouring MJ's legacy. Family, friends, and spectators welcome all day.
Scroll through a few favourites from past tournaments. See the full archive on our gallery page.
Whether you are registering a team, volunteering, or donating, every contribution keeps MJ's memory alive and pushes our mission forward. Let's play for a purpose.