Stephania Ergemlidze

Stephania Ergemlidze is an athlete, content creator, and community builder known for her viral series where she sets up a portable basketball hoop on city streets, sparking spontaneous 1v1 games with strangers. With nearly 6M followers, she uses sports to foster connection, empowerment, and inclusivity. Born with a disability and without access to traditional sports, Stephania has built a decade-long career in sports media and motivational speaking. Stephania owns and runs the @basketball accounts on Instagram and TikTok, curating viral content, sports culture, and breaking news. Her work has been featured by ESPN, NPR, and USA Today, and she’s partnered with brands like Nike, NFL, NBA, and e.l.f..