Pickup basketball,
without the hassle.
From Brixton to Canary Wharf, find runs in London, organize your squad, track who actually shows up, and build your basketball reputation — all free.
Good outdoor courts are thin on the ground here, so most serious runs live indoors — Brixton Recreation Centre (home to the Brixton TopCats), Britannia Leisure Centre in Hackney, or a Sunday session at Latchmere by Battersea Park. Clubs like London Westside and London Cavaliers play National Basketball League fixtures across the city, but finding a casual game still means scrolling a dozen different WhatsApp groups.
The pickup problem
"Need 2 more for tonight"
You're texting three different group chats trying to fill a 5v5 before the rain rolls back in and the court's off. Half the people left on read. Game time is in two hours.
Flakes kill the run
Someone says they're pulling up, then ghosts. Now you're running 4v5, and nobody's having fun.
Finding good runs is hard
Outdoor courts are scattered from Brixton to Hackney to Battersea, and a solid run two boroughs over might as well not exist. There's no way to discover it without already knowing someone who plays there.
Same people, stale games
Your regular group never changes. You want competitive games with new faces, but there's no way to connect.
Get runs organized in minutes
Post a run instantly
Set the court, time, and spots available. Local players see it on the map and can request to join.
One-tap RSVP
Players confirm with a single tap. No more "who's in?" messages. The headcount updates live.
Fill spots from nearby hoopers
When someone drops, publish the open spot. Nearby basketball players can see it and fill in.
Reliability scores
Track who shows up and who flakes. Over time, build a reputation that gets you into better runs.
Manage your league team
Full roster management, squad organization, and season scheduling for organized basketball.
Discover courts & games
Open the map and find open runs, teams, and players in London. Join existing games or start your own.
Basketball on Wapp — FAQ
Where can I find people to play basketball in London?
Casual basketball in London tends to cluster around Peckham Rye Park's two outdoor courts, Brixton Recreation Centre (home of the Brixton TopCats), and leisure-centre runs like Britannia in Hackney or Latchmere by Battersea Park. Wapp won't just point you to a location - open the Around Me map to see actual games, teams, and players nearby, and request to join or start your own.
Can I use Wapp for pickup basketball and league games?
Yes. Wapp works for both casual pickup runs and organized league teams - including squads playing in the National Basketball League England, which has London clubs like London Westside and London Cavaliers competing in it. Set your event format, player count, and let people RSVP.
How do I find basketball games near me?
Open the "Around Me" map in Wapp. You'll see open games, teams, and players in London. Tap any to see details and request to join.
Is Wapp free for basketball teams?
Yes. Creating events, managing your squad, tracking attendance, and finding games is completely free.
How does the reliability score work?
Every time you RSVP and show up, your reliability increases. Flake on a game, and it drops. Over time, organizers can see who's dependable.
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