Tournaments & Special Events Calendar

If you've got a tourament that's not listed below, let us know, either by e-mail or by posting it up to the SoCalHoops Message Board. For past tournaments, check out the Tournament Articles Archives, including the 1999 Tournament Listings Archives, the 1998 Tournament Listing Archives or the 1997 Tournament Listing Archives. These archives should be useful for future planning, since many of these events are annual; if you don't see one you are interested in for the current year, check the archives.

January 2000 February 2000 March 2000 April 2000 May 2000 June 2000
July 2000 August 2000 September 2000 October 2000 November 2000 December 2000
January 2000
January SoCal Events:

High School Tournaments

Carson, CA: 2nd Annual adidas-Double Pump Hoop Challenge
When: Jan 15, 2000 at Cal State Dominguez Hills. By invitation only. Limited to High School teams. Los Al, Mayfair, Simi Valley, Serra, Bellflower, Artesia, mater Dei, Univesity, Jurupa, Corona Centennial, Fairfax, Westchester, Bishop Montgomery, Washington Union, Long Beach Poly, Long Beach Jordan, Inglewood, Redondo Union.  For further information contact Double Pump, Inc. Telehphone  530-256-2862; further information at Double Pump.

Los Angeles, CA: 6th Annual Nike Dream Classic
When: January 17, 2000. At Long Beach State's Pyramid. Highly prestigious high school invitational tournament. Featuring the top local high school teams and players. Hosted by Compton Dominguez High, this year's tentative lineup of teams includes Dominguez, Mater Dei, Compton, Inglewood, Crenshaw, Redondo Union, Simi Valley, Fairfax, Long Beach Jordan, Long Beach Poly, Glendora, Artesia, and more. For additional information contact Russell Otis.

Riverside, CA  3rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Girls' Basketball Classic
When: January 17, 1999. At UC Riverside.  Teams participating include: Don Lugo, JW North, Moreno Valley, Troy, Washington/LA, Mountain Pointe(Az), La Quinta & Murrieta. Games will be played at UCR on Monday, January 17th. For more info contact Michael Watson @ (909) 875-9077 or PassShoot@juno.com

Long Beach/Los Angeles: Artesia-Long Beach Poly "SoCal Classic"  
When: January 29, 2000.  Exhibition (league) games to be played at LA Southwest College, a premier venue.  Games will feature Poly, Artesia, Pasadena, Dominguez, and several others in 4 games featuring 8 of the top teams in SoCal.  For additional information call Long Beach Poly HSs Boys' Basketball Booster Club at (562) 924-5314.

Youth Tournaments & Leagues

Torrance, CA: 4 "D" Stars Winter Developmental League
When: January 10 through March 1, 2000. High School, JV & Varsity, Boys 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. Girls 5th & 6th, 7th & 8th grades, and varsity. Held at various South Bay High Schools. For further information contact Renaldo Henry-Ala at P.O. Box 5023, Torrance, CA 90510. Phone (310) 326-3060, fax (310) 326-3062. Or check the 4 "D" Website at http://www.4dbasketball.com.

Torrance, CA: 4 "D" Stars Martin Luther King Classic
When: Approximate date: January 14-17, 2000. High School, JV & Varsity, Boys 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. Girls 5th & 6th, 7th & 8th grades, and varsity. Held at various South Bay High Schools. For further information contact Renaldo Henry-Ala at P.O. Box 5023, Torrance, CA 90510. Phone (310) 326-3060, fax (310) 326-3062. Or check the 4 "D" Website at http://www.4dbasketball.com.

Santa Barbara, CA: EYC Martin Luther King Classic
When: Approximate date: January 14-17, 2000. For boys grades 5, 6, 7, & 8 (14U). Separate divisions for each grade; games played at UC Santa Barbara. Games played at UC Santa Barbara. For registration information contact Cliff Lambert, (805) 564-5495 or (805) 730-3348.

Los Angeles, CA: Top Prospects, Inc., King Day Classic
When: January 14-17, 2000. Boys' Teams only, grades 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8. If you have a competitive team, this tournament will give you all you can handle. Played in Los Angeles, CA. Featuring separate divisions for each grade level. Contact: Top Prospects Inc., D'artgnan Stamps, (310) 641-9039

Long Beach, CA: Roaddoggs MLK Classic
When: January 14-17, 2000. Age groups 10/u, 11/u, 12/u, 13/u & 14/u. Fee of $325.00 due on January 10, 2000. Discounted fee of $295.00 if paid on or before January 4, 2000. Games will be played at Long Beach Jordan High School. Expecting teams from throughout the state. For additional information, contact Grady at (310)537-1673 off, or (310)637-8779 hm. Submit entry fees to Roaddoggs Traveling Basketball at P. O. Box 5483, Long Beach, CA 90805.

North Orange County, CA: Razorback AAU Tournament
When: January 14-17, 2000. The Razorback Basketball Club will be hosting an AAU Tournament which will be a prelude to the SPA-AAU Association Championships. Age groups: 9U-14U.  All coaches, teams and others participting must be registered as AAU Club teams, and all players must be members of AAU to participate. For additional information on the tournament, contact Pat Christian at 714-283-3326.

San Diego, CA: Future Stars Basketball Club Dream Classic
When: Late January, 2000 (TBA). AAU & Club Teams, Boys and Girls Ages 12-14. Played in San Diego, CA. Entry fee $200, guarantee of three games. Up to 16 teams in each division. Contact: Future Stars Basketball Club, San Diego, CA, (619) 969-0727

January NorCal Events:

Carmichael, CA: Jesuit Junior Classic
When: Early January. For boys grades 7 and 8 (13U, 14U). Played at Jesuit High School in Carmichael, the tournament features 32 Catholic school teams. $75 per team. Contact Jerry Lane, 1200 Jacob Lane, Carmichael, CA. (916) 482-6060

Woodland, CA: Woodland Christian School Tournament
When: Early January. For boys, grade 8 or 14U AAU club and/or school teams. Hosted by Woodland Christian School. Entry fee is $85 per team. Contact: Doug Brown (916) 666-6615

Brentwood, CA: Bristow Bears Winter Classic
When: January 15-17. For boys Grade 8 (14U). 16 Team tournament. $135 per team. 3 game guarantee with winners' and consolation brackets. Hosted by Bristow Middle School, located on Highway 4 between Stockton and Antioch, CA. For further information, contact Dave Flores, 855 Minnesota Ave., Brentwood, CA., (510) 516-8720 Ext.109 Email: dflores@cccoe.k12.ca.us

South Lake Tahoe, CA: South Lake Tahoe 8th Grade BBall Tourney
When: January 15-17. For boys Grade 8 (14U). For middle school teams only. Previously sponsored by South Tahoe Middle School, South Lake Tahoe Optimist Club, and Parks and Recreation Dept. $100 entry fee. Limited to 16 teams. Played at South Tahoe Middle School. For further information contact Don Radford, Optimist Club, PO Box 9715 South Lake Tahoe, CA (916) 542-6055

Foster City, CA: Bowditch MLK Birthday Bash
When: January 15-17. For boys Grade 7 (13U). Held in Foster City, CA, 4 games guaranteed, entry fee of $100 per team. Typically 8 to 12 teams participating. For further information contact Herb Yaptinchay, 902 Lido Lane, Foster City, CA (415) 855-2499.

Corcoran, CA: John Muir "A" Boys & Girls Tournament
When: Approximate date: January 21, 2000. Boys and Girls, 8th grade (14U) Guaranteed three games, trophies to 1st, 2nd, Consolation, individual medals to 1st place team. $100.00 per team. For entry form or further information to confirm dates, contact Scot MacAllister, 707 Letts Avenue, Corcoran, CA., (209) 992-4167 Email: smacalli@kings.k12.ca.us

San Jose, CA: St. Christopher's Basketball Classic
When: Late January. Boys and Girls, 8th grade tournament, played at St. Christopher's School in San Jose. 21st year for this great tournament. 8 teams per division, $85 per team. For further information contact Norm Gould, 2278 Booksin Ave., San Jose, CA., (408) 723-7223

January Other States:  NCAA Certified Events:

Toronto, Canada: North American Invitational
When: January 13-16, 2000, at Centennial College. Contact Christopher VanZyl 416/620-5204

Chicago, ILL: MLK Dream Classic
When:
January 15, 2000, at the De LaSalle Institute. Contact Robert Roberts 312/842-4784

February 2000
February SoCal Events:

High School Tournaments

Long Beach, CA: The 1998 Nike Extravaganza III Tournament
When: February 5, 2000.  Games will be played at the Long Beach State Pyramid. Great games and a full day of hoops action featuring some of the best high school teams in SoCal, the West Coast and the US. This year's line up features two sessions.

The Morning Session:
10:00 a.m. Servite vs Ocean View
11:30 a.m. St. John Bosco vs Villa Park
1:00 p.m. Santa Margarita vs Glendora
2:30 p.m. Mayfair vs Fontana
The Evening Session:
4:30 p.m. Durango (Las Vegas) vs Fairfax
6 p.m. Long Beach Poly vs Los Alamitos
7:30 p.m. Mater Dei vs Concord De La salle
9:00 p.m. Oak Hill Academy vs Dominguez

Youth Tournaments & Leagues

Torrance, CA: 4 "D" Stars Winter Developmental League
When: Continuing: January 10 through March 1, 1999. High School, JV & Varsity, Boys 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. Girls 5th & 6th, 7th & 8th grades, and varsity. Held at various South Bay High Schools. For further information contact Renaldo Henry-Ala at P.O. Box 5023, Torrance, CA 90510. Phone (310) 326-3060, fax (310) 326-3062. Or check the 4 "D" Website at http://www.4dbasketball.com.

Santa Barbara, CA: 38th Annual Valentine Classic
When: Early February Boys & Girls, Grades 4-8 (10U, 11U, 12U, 13U, 14U). This is one of SoCal's oldest youth tournaments. Boys teams between grades 4 and 8, and girls 8th grade teams. For registration and date confirmation contact David DePonce, P.O. Box 1485, Santa Barbara, CA, (805) 569-2071.

Westminster, CA: Westminster Orange County Winter Classic
When:
Early February Westminster, CA . Boys grade 7 (13U). First through third place awards, all tournament and MVP awards. Double elimination, two game guarantee. Enter by end of January. Register early. $100.00 per team. Contact Eric Jensen, 16787 Beach Blvd. #468, Huntington Beach, CA (714) 565-4416 Email: FINN1086PI@aol.com

Carson, CA: Annual Slam-N-Jam Presidential Invitational
When:
Early February Separate divisions for boys and girls. Played in Carson and Torrance, CA. Boys grades 3-9, and girls grades 5/6 and 7/8. Many of the top traveling all-star teams compete at this tournament, which is used for seeding of the Southern Pacific Amatuer Athletic Union Regionals. For further information contact Issy Washington, 19621 Galway St., Carson, CA, (310) 532-0622

February NorCal Events:

Foster City, CA: Bowditch President's Day Classic
When:
Mid February 6th grade boys (12U) only. 4 game guarantee, $100 per team. 8 to 12 teams participate. For registration or further information contact Herb Yaptinchay, 902 Lido Lane, Foster City, CA., (415) 855-2499

Fairfield/Vacaville, CA: Boys' & Girls' Club Invitational
When:
Mid February Tournament for boys and girls, grades 5 through 8 (10U-14U). Played at four different locations in the Vacaville/Fairfield area. For registration and further information contact Gary Washington, P.O. Box 338, Fairfield, CA., (707) 426-3443

Sacramento, : NorCal Tournament of Champions
When: Mid February Features top 8th grade teams in the Northern California area. 24 to 40 teams participate each year, from as far away as Oregon, Nevada, and Bakersfield. Teams play 4 to 5 games. Entry fee is $150. This tournament has been in existence for 21 years. It is held at Mira Loma High School. Contact Bob McCoy, Sacramento, CA, (916) 971-7862

Tracy & Manteca, CA: The President's Cup Tournament
When: February 19-20, 2000 Boys 11u,12u, 13u. $225 entry fee, guarantee three games. For more informatin, call Matt Scarlata 209-833-1744, fax 209-835-8312 or matt@courtsidesports.com

February Other States:  NCAA Certified Events:

Boston, MA: National Prep School Invitational
When: February 11-13, 2000 at Northeastern University and Boston English High School. Contact Mike Procopio at 617/465-6074

Phoenix, AZ: USA Junior Nationals Arizona All-State Basketball Competition
When: February 27, 2000 at Shadow Mountain High School. Contact Gene Edwards.

March 2000
March SoCal Events:

High School Tournaments, Recruiting & HS Age-Level Events

Carson, CA: Double Pump Senior HS Boys' Pump Discovery Shootout
When: TBA Mid March at Cal State Dominguez Hills. NCAA Certified For further information contact Phil or Jan Bryant at Double Pump, Inc. You can reach Phil or Jan at 530-256-2862 or check out the Double Pump website at http://www.doublepump.com.

Carson, CA: Double Pump Underclassmen HS Boys' Pump Discovery Shootout
When: TBA Mid March at Cal State Dominguez Hills. NCAA Certified For further information contact Phil or Jan Bryant at Double Pump, Inc. You can reach Phil or Jan at 530-256-2862 or check out the Double Pump website at http://www.doublepump.com.

Carson, CA: Double Pump JC Men's Pump Discovery Shootout
When: TBA Mid March. For further information contact Phil or Jan Bryant at Double Pump, Inc. NCAA Certified You can reach Phil or Jan at 530-256-2862 or check out the Double Pump website at http://www.doublepump.com.

Los Angeles, CARockfish Spring League
When: March 4 through April 16  at Los Angeles City College in Los Angeles, California.   NCAA Certified. Top high school players from around SoCal. Contact Dave Benezra or Mark Mayemura for further information at 818/783-2244

Los Angeles/Inland Empire, CA: Annual Slam-N-Jam Spring League
When: March continuing through May.   Games are played on Saturdays and Sundays. NCAA Certified. For Boys 4th grade, 5th grade, 6th grade, 7th grade, Future Stars (primarily for high school freshmen and sophomores) and Varsity (for juniors and senior players with high school eligibility). Separate Slam-N-Jam leagues will be held in Los Angeles and the Inland Empire areas. This has been called by some the "Rolls Royce" of boys basketball Spring Legues." Nationally recognized as one of the most prestigious boys basketball leagues in the country. A key recruiting event for major college coaches. For more information contact Issy Washington (310) 532-0622.

San Diego, CASan Diego Super 60 League
When: March 26 through May 16 at Mid-City Gymnasium in San Diego. NCAA sanctioned for April 14-19. Contact Ollie Goulston for further information at 619/234-5600

Youth Tournaments & Leagues

Los Angeles, CA: ARC Instructional Academy Spring Session
When: March through June Develop the skills to become a top high school player. Traveling teams will be formed. Any team can enter league competition. ARC division tournament for all teams after completion of league play, plus eventual regional and national tournaments. Former ARC players include NBA Stars: Jason Kidd, Shawn Kemp, Byron Scott, Don MacLean, Trevor Wilson, Tracy Murray, Mitchell Butler, Chris Mills, Sean Higgins, Steve Kerr, Sean Rooks, Tom Hammonds, Dwayne Schintzius, Ronnie Grandison, Darrick Martin, and James Cotton. Games and league play at North Hollywood High, Pierce College in Woodland Hills, various schools in Burbank, Olive Rec Center, and now in Orange County. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information.

Los Angeles, CA: Tarheel Basketball Club's "Tarheel Jam" Tournament
When: March 10-12, 2000. Location yet to be determined; this is an AAU-SPA Association tournament. Ages 9U-14U.  Entry is $250.00 with a four game minimum. For additional information, call 909-247-5880.

San Diego, CA: March Badness Youth Classic
When: Early March For Boys: Grades 5, 6, l7, 8 and 9. Played in the San Diego area. Many of the top Southern California all star traveling teams participated in last year's tournament. Call High 5 America, Ollie Goulston at (800) 676-4872 for further information.

Los Angeles, CA: BBall Spring Festival
When: Early March For Boys Grades 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th 8th, 9th and Junior Boys (for participants with high school eligibility). Played in the Carson-Compton area. Contact Sam Minor at (310) 632-6100 or (310) 604-3457 for further information.

Torrance, CA: 4 "D" Stars Spring Developmental League
When: Early March through late May. High School, JV & Varsity, Boys 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. Girls 5th & 6th, 7th & 8th grades, and varsity. Held at various South Bay High Schools. For further information contact Renaldo Henry-Ala at P.O. Box 5023, Torrance, CA 90510. Phone (310) 326-3060, fax (310) 326-3062. Or check the 4 "D" Website at http://www.4dbasketball.com.

Capistrano Valley, CA:   South Coast Stars/One Tuff School of Basketball AAU Tournament
When: Saturday and Sunday, March 18th & 19th, 2000. Tournament is open to Boys 11U, 12U, 13U & 14U. Cost of the tournament is $300 per team. All AAU rules apply. All games will be played at Capo Valley High School in South Orange County. Any questions, please contact Scott McClain at (714) 576-4801.

Los Angeles/Inland Empire, CA: Annual Slam-N-Jam Spring League
When: Mid March continuing through Mid May Games are played on Saturdays and Sundays. For Boys 4th grade, 5th grade, 6th grade, 7th grade, Future Stars (primarily for high school freshmen and sophomores) and Varsity (for juniors and seniors with high school eligibility). Separate Slam-N-Jam leagues will be held in Los Angeles and the Inland Empire areas. This has been called by some the "Rolls Royce" of boys basketball Spring Legues." Nationally recognized as one of the most prestigious boys basketball leagues in the country. A key recruiting event for major college coaches. For more information contact Issy Washington (310) 532-0622.

Santa Barbara, CA: EYC Tournament of Champions
When:
Mid to Late March Boys' Teams only, grades 5, 6, 7 and 8. Played at UC Santa Barbara. For mor information call Cliff Lambert at (805) 564-5495.

March NorCal Events:

Alameda & Contra Costa, CA: NorCal Tournament of Champions
When: Mid-March 6th, 7th, 8th Grade boys and girls teams. 80 teams from throughout Alameda & Contra Costa.

Oakland, CA; Pleasanton, CA; Menlo Park, CA: ARC Instructional Academy Fall Session
When: March 13--Registration; Practice Begins March 20 League Play March 28 through June 6. Same great instructional leagues and academies as in SoCal. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information. For specific information at specific sites in NorCal: Oakland - Rick Goodman, at rdom3@aol.com, or phone (800) 590-7983; Pleasanton - Rick Goodman at rdom3@aol.com or phone at (800) 590-7983; Menlo Park - Ramon Bustos, at arc4hoops@aol.com or phone at (650) 692-3628.

Berkeley, CA: East Bay Slam N Jam Spring League
When: March 25 - May 17, 2000.  Games played at Berkeley High School. Various divisions for 6th - 7th, 8th, JV, and Varsity. Games are played on Saturdays and Sundays. For information on entering a team call 510-222-5916.

Alameda, CA; AAU Region Qualifying Tournament #1
When: March 10-12 various sites throughout Alameda.  For additional information, contact Rick Lynch at 925-939-9998.

Sacramento, CA; Sacramento Area AAU Regional Qualifying Tournament #1
When: March 18-19, 2000. various sites throughout Sacramento.  For additional information, contact Charles Baldwin at 916-369-2750

Alameda, CA; AAU Region Qualifying Tournament #2
When: March 24-26 various sites throughout Alameda.  For additional information, contact Rick Lynch at 925-939-9998.

March Other States: Youth Tournaments & Leagues

Las Vegas, NV: ARC Instructional Academy Fall Session
When: March 13--Registration; Practice Begins March 20 League Play March 28 through June 6. Same great instructional leagues and academies as in SoCal. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information. For information specific to Las Vegas contact: ARC Gym Rats - Mike Saca, coachsaca@aol.com or phone (702) 256-6184.

March Other States:  NCAA Certified Events:

Orlando, FL: USA Junior Nationals Florida All State Basketball Competition
When: March 5 2000, at the University of Central Florida. Contact Gene Edwards

Pensacola, FL: Ballstars Gulfstars
When: March 10, at Woodham High School. Contact Rick Ball 850/932-5033

Tuscaloosa, AL: USA Junior Nationals Alabama All State Basketball Competition
When:  March 12, 2000, at the University of Alabama.  Contact Gene Edwards

Little Rock, ARK: USA Junior Nationals Arkansas All State Basketball Competition
When;  March 12, 2000, at John McClellan High School. Contact Gene Edwards

Portland, OR: USA Junior Nationals Oregon All State Basketball Competition
When:  March 12, 2000, at Portland Community College. Contact Gene Edwards

Greensboro, NC: USA Junior Nationals North Carolina All State Basketball Competition
When: March 12, 2000.  At the University of North Carolina.  Contact Gene Edwards

Columbia, SC: USA Junior Nationals South Carolina All State Basketball Competition
When: March 12, 2000, at Columbia High School.  Contact Gene Edwards

Austin, TX: USA Amateur Athletics Association Texas All State Basketball Competition
When: March 12, 2000 at Lake Travis High School.   Contact Gene Edwards

Billings, MT: Radisson Senior Classic
When:  March 16-18, 2000, at Billings Senior High School.  Contact Terry Corey at 406/657-1124.

Phoenix, AZ: Boys Arizona High School Basketball Invitational
When:  March 16-18, 2000 at Grand Canyon University.  Contact Jeff Meadows at 480/857-2767

Atlanta, GA: Southern Shootout
When:  March 16-19, 2000 at Georgia State University. Contact Elbert "Al" Outlaw at 770/969-9254

Boston, MA: New England Sweatshop
When:  March 17, 2000, at Boston University.  Contact Robert Kennedy at 732/212-1440.

Houston, TX: Cream of the Crop
When:  March 17-18, 2000, at Houston Baptist University.  Contact Jack Thompson at 713/729-4196.

Philadelphia, PA: Brotherly Love/East Coast Showcase
When:  March 17-19, 2000 at Gustine Lake Recreation Center.  Contact   Littel Vaughn 267/252-0901.

Jackson, MS: Gerald Snider's Basketball Recruiting Service Unsigned Senior Camp/Spring Showcase 2000
When: March 18, 2000,  at Millsaps College Activity Center.  Contact Gerald Snider at 662/534-6175

Raleigh, NC: Networks Spring Fling
When: March 18, 2000, at Ravenscroft School. Contact Kevin Nunley 919/501-2050

Joplin, MO: Big Time Shootout
When: March 18, 2000, at Missouri Southern State College. Contact Greg Swaim 405/377-4667

Atlanta, GA:  Stars of the Southeast "Boys" Exposure Camp
When: March 18, 2000, at Southeast Recreation Center in Atlanta.  Contact Guy Coleman 770/996-8181

Orlando, FL: Sunshine Invitational Discovery Shootout Classic
When: March 18-19, 2000, at the University of Central Florida Arena in Orlando. Contact Robert Kennedy at 732/212-1440

Boston, MA: New England Top 100 Clinic
When: March 18-19, 2000, at Boston University. Contact Robert Kennedy at 732/212-1440

Eugene, OR: Oregon Youth Basketball Championship
When: March 18-19, 2000, at the Sports Center at the fair, Willamette High School and Springfield High School. Contact Bob Josephson at 541/682-7328

Dallas, TX: 7th Annual Ellis Davis Basketball Classic
When: March 18-19, 2000, at Mountain View Community College and Molina High School. Contact Bill McKinney at 214/337-0052

Atlanta, GA: USA Junior Nationals Georgia All State Basketball Competition
When: March 19, 2000, at Georigia Tech.  Contact Gene Edwards

Springfield, ILL:  USA Junior Nationals Illinois All State Basketball Compeitition
When: March 19, 2000, at Lincoln Land Community College. Contact Gene Edwards

Butte, MT: USA Junior Nationals Montana All State Basketball Competition
When: March 19, 2000, at Montana Tech. Contact Gene Edwards

Lincoln, NE: USA Junior Nationals Nebraska All State Basketball Competition
When: March 19, 2000, at the University of Nebraska. Gene Edwards

Las Vegas, NV: USA Junior Nationals Nevada All State Basketball Competition
When: March 19, 2000, at the University of Nevada. Contact  Gene Edwards

Colorado Springs, CO: USA Junior Nationals Colorado All State Basketball Competition
When: March 19, 2000, at the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado.  Contact Gene Edwards

Madison, WI: USA Junior Nationals Wisconsin All State Basketball Competition
When: March 19, 2000, at LaFollette High School in Madison, Wisconsin. Contact Gene Edwards

Murfreesboro, TN: USA Junior Nationals Tennessee All State Basketball Competition
When: March 19, 2000, at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, Tennesse. Contact Gene Edwards

St. Louis, MO: Ballstars Spring Showcase
When:  March 19, 2000, at SLCC at Florissant Valley. Contact Rick Ball 850/932-5033

Kansas City, MO: Great Mid-West Shootout
When: March 19, 2000, at the University of Missouri in Kansas City, Missouri. Contact Jerry D. Mullen 913/829-9243

Riverdale, NY:  Eastern Invitational Sweatshop
When: March 20, 2000, at Manhattan College. Contact Robert Kennedy 732/212-1440

Fort Washington, PA: Eastern Invitational Sweatshop
When: March 21, 2000, at Germantown Academy. Contact Robert Kennedy 732/212-1440

Arlington, VA: Eastern Invitational Sweatshop
When:  March 22, 2000 at Bishop O'Connell High School. Contact Robert Kennedy 732/212-1440

Menomonie, WI: Wisconsin AAU 8th Annual Senior Classic
When: March 25-26 & April 8-9, 2000, at UW-Stout-Johnson Fieldhouse. Contact Keith Noll 715/962-4667

Conshohocken, PA: Albert C. Donofrio Classic
When: March 28 through April 15, 2000, at Fellowship House of Conshohocken. Contact Floyd S. Shaffer 610/828-3266

April 2000
April SoCal Events:

High School Tournaments, Recruiting & HS Age-Level Events

Northridge, CADouble Pump Super 40 Exhibition Workout
When: April 15-16, 2000 at Cal State University Northridge. NCAA Certified. More than 40 of the top players in the country.  Contact Double Pump/ Phil Bryant at 530/256-2862 for further information.

Carson, CA: Double Pump Spring Tournament 
When: Early April at Cal State Dominguez Hills. NCAA Certified Event. Most of the top traveling teams from all over the US.  For further information contact Phil or Jan Bryant at Double Pump, Inc. at 530-256-2862 or at the Double Pump website at http://www.doublepump.com.

Long Beach, CADada All-Star Classic
When: April 15, 2000   at Long Beach State Pyramid in Long Beach, California. NCAA Certified. Senior All-Star games, with some of the top players in the country. For further information contact Dinos Trigonis at 562/984-8355

Los Angeles, CARockfish Spring League
When: March 4 through April 16  at Los Angeles City College in Los Angeles, California.   NCAA Certified. Top high school players from around SoCal. Contact Dave Benezra or Mark Mayemura for further information at 818/783-2244

Chino Hills, CA: Basketball Showcase
When: April 15-16, 2000  at Ayala High School in Chino Hills, California. NCAA Certified.   For information contact Mike Ross at 626/857-9146

Los Angeles, CA: ARC Instructional Academy Spring Session
When: Continuing through June Saturday--North Hollywood H.S. 9 A.M.; Olive Recreation Center (Burbank) 11 A.M.; Pierce College 1 P.M. Learn the fundamentals from current and former high school coaches. Develop the skills to become a top high school player. Traveling teams will be formed. Any team can enter league competition. ARC division tournament for all teams after completion of league play, plus eventual regional and national tournaments. Former ARC players include NBA Stars: Jason Kidd, Shawn Kemp, Byron Scott, Don MacLean, Trevor Wilson, Tracy Murray, Mitchell Butler, Chris Mills, Sean Higgins, Steve Kerr, Sean Rooks, Tom Hammonds, Dwayne Schintzius, Ronnie Grandison, Darrick Martin, and James Cotton. Games and league play at North Hollywood High, Pierce College in Woodland Hills, various schools in Burbank, Olive Rec Center, and now in Orange County. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information.

Los Angeles/Inland Empire, CA: Annual Slam-N-Jam Spring League
When: March continuing through May.   Games are played on Saturdays and Sundays. NCAA Certified. For Boys 4th grade, 5th grade, 6th grade, 7th grade, Future Stars (primarily for high school freshmen and sophomores) and Varsity (for juniors and senior players with high school eligibility). Separate Slam-N-Jam leagues will be held in Los Angeles and the Inland Empire areas. This has been called by some the "Rolls Royce" of boys basketball Spring Legues." Nationally recognized as one of the most prestigious boys basketball leagues in the country. A key recruiting event for major college coaches. For more information contact Issy Washington (310) 532-0622.

San Diego, CA: San Diego Super 60 League
When: March 26 through May 16 at Mid-City Gymnasium in San Diego. NCAA sanctioned for April 14-19. Contact Ollie Goulston for further information at 619/234-5600

Torrance, CA: 4 "D" Stars Spring Developmental League
When: March through May High School, JV & Varsity, Boys 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. Girls 5th & 6th, 7th & 8th grades, and varsity. Held at various South Bay High Schools. For further information contact Renaldo Henry-Ala at P.O. Box 5023, Torrance, CA 90510. Phone (310) 326-3060, fax (310) 326-3062. Or check the 4 "D" Website at http://www.4dbasketball.com.

Youth Level Tournaments:

Capistrano Valley, CA:   South Coast Stars/One Tuff School of Basketball AAU Tournament
When: Saturday and Sunday, April 1 & 2,  2000. Tournament is open to Boys 9U, 10U. Cost of the tournament is $300 per team. All AAU rules apply. All games will be played at Capo Valley High School in South Orange County. Any questions, please contact Scott McClain at (714) 576-4801.

Los Angeles, CA: Slam-n-Jam Super Hoops Spectacular
When: Early April (Thurs-Sun) Played in the Carson, Compton, Long Beach and San Fernando Valley areas. For Boys: 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th grades and Jr. Boys (high school players with remaining eligibility). For Girls: 5th/th, 7th/8th, high school varsity and High School All-Star traveling teams (Must have 1998-99 eligibility). Contact: Rich Goldberg (818) 995-3761 or Issy Washington at (310) 532-0622.

Torrance, CA: 4 "D" Stars Spring Break Classic & Girls AAU Soputh Bay District Tournament
When: Early April. High School, JV & Varsity, Boys 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. Girls 5th & 6th, 7th & 8th grades, high School JV and Varsity, 10, 11, 12, 13 & Under. Held at various South Bay High Schools. For further information contact Renaldo Henry-Ala at P.O. Box 5023, Torrance, CA 90510. Phone (310) 326-3060, fax (310) 326-3062. Or check the 4 "D" Website at http://www.4dbasketball.com.

Beach Cities (LA): Beach Cities Basketball Club Tournament
When: Early April Beach Cities Basketball Club will be hosting a tournament for 10-U through 17-U boys teams.Teams will play a minimum of three games (usually this turns out to be four) for $275. Inquiries can be faxed to (310) 374-4019
. For futher information call (310) 374-6623 or e-mail docbrown@beachnet.gen.ca.us 

San Diego, CA: San Diego Easter Jam Session
When: Early April National age division tournament (10-18), including separate divisions for boys high school varsity and high school all-sart traveling divisions. Tournament will be a sellout. Call High 5 America, Ollie Goulston at (800) 676-4872 for further information.

Buena Park, CA:  Great 8 Classic Basketball Tournamnent
When: April 14-15, 2000 @
Buena Park Boys & Girls Club, 7758 Knott Ave, Buena Park, CA 90621. Players eligibility: For boys 14U/7th and 8th grade, (birthday as of September 1, 2000). No high school players allowed. Entry deadline: Thursday April 6, 2000, entry fee, rosters and verification of age/grade. All teams are guaranteed a minimum of two games, CIF rules apply. Team trophies and awards will be awarded for first and second place. Team trophy for third place. All Tournament and MVP will be selected. Entry fee: $250.00 per team. Rosters are due with the entry fee by April 6, 2000. Admission will be charged at the door, $1.00 per day per adult. Kids free. For further information call Coach Couso, at 213-240-1818 or Kevin at the Buena Park Boys and Girls Club at 714-522-7259
.

Clovis, CA:  Clovis West Hustlin' Eagles AAU Tournament
When: April 14-16, 2000 @
Clovis West HS for 5th, 6th, 7th & 8th grade teams. Cost is $200/team if received by 3/24/00 ($250 after that). Four games guaranteed. If you need more info please contact me (559) 434-0341. You may also contact the head boys basket ball coach at Clovis West High School -- Vance Walberg (559) 431-6600 ext 6110

Saddleback Valley, CA: Saddleback College Basketball Tournamnent
When: April 17th-23, 2000 for grades 6,7,and 8. Tournament fee is $275.00. The tournament is open to any All-Net or traveling team. If you have any questions contact Andy Ground at 949 595 3172 or at work 714 956 4872.

Southern California: AAU Southern Pacific Championships
When: Mid April Boys divisions for 4th grade, 5th grade, 6th grade, 7th grade, 8th grade, 9th grade, 10th grade and Junior Boys (for high school players with remaining HS eligibility) and 19U. Played in the Southern California Area. Winners of each grade division will advance to the National AAU Boys Champinoships at various sites in the USA. For more information contact Issy Washington (310) 532-0622 or Charles Matthews (909) 247-5880.

Lake Elsinore, CA: Elinsore Jaguars May Day Tournament
When:
Late April-Early May 7th Grade Boys & Under Tournament, games played at Elsinore High School, located in Lake Elsinore.  $200 with four game guarantee. Fee, $200.00 For more information, contact Mike Horton at (909) 674-4957, Grayland Schuler at (909) 678-7759, or e-mail wallie@pe.net

April NorCal Events:

Sacramento, CASSA adidas Sacramento Area Spring League
When: April 8  through May 4th for unsigned seniors and junior primarily. Games will be played on Saturdays. Those  interested in entering a team may call Bryan Mitchell at 366-7107.

Tracy, CA ; Manteca, CA Turn Up The Heat Youth Tournament
When: April 1-2, 2000.  Entry no fee of $225 per team, minimum guarantee three games. Boys Youth tournament for 10-U,11-U,12-U,13-U & 14-U. For additional information, contact Matt Scarlata at 209-833-1744, fax 209-835-8312 or matt@courtsidesports.com 

Alameda, CA; AAU Region Qualifying Tournament #3
When: April 7-9 various sites throughout Alameda.  For additional information, contact Rick Lynch at 925-939-9998.

Sacramento, CA; Sacramento Area AAU Regional Qualifying Tournament #2
When: April 15-16, 2000. various sites throughout Sacramento.  For additional information, contact Charles Baldwin at 916-369-2750

Woodside/Menlo Park, CA (Norcal) : ARC/ NorCal ARC Bay Area Basketbrawl
When: Mid April. Open to traveling teams in Boys' & Girls'. NCAA Certified Event. Played at outstanding sites: Menlo College and Woodside High. Last year's tournament saw more than 50 teams participate. Divisions: Girls: 8th grade; 7th grade; 6th grade. Cost: All Divisions: $295 - Guaranteed 3 games. Make all cashier’s checks or money orders payable to ARC. Send entry fees and rosters to Rich Goldberg 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Deadline: Entry Fees and Rosters Must Be In By April 4, 1999 - No Exceptions! Admission will be charged at the door, with tournament passes available. All teams need to have birth certificates and report cards available upon request. If challenged, a player without proof of age and/or grade will be declared ineligible. For more info, e-mail: hoopstars@archoops.com or call (818) 995-3761 or (818) 891-3988. Note the new fax number: (818) 906-8990. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for further information.

All of the following are NCAA Certified Events (which means that college coaches can be in attendance for evaluations of players during open evaluation periods.

April Other States: Youth tournaments

Las Vegas, Nevada : Annual Nike Las Vegas Easter Classic
When: April 19-22, 2000 This is a very competitive tournament with entries done on a first come, first served basis.  Many college coaches in attendance. DIVISIONS: Boys: 12U, 13U, 14U, 15U, 16U, 17U (must have HS eligibility left) Girls: 12U, 14U, 17U. Birthday as of January 1 determines a players age. 17U Must have high school eligibility remaining.  This year more than 156 teams participating.  For brochure and further details contact Mae Fisher (702) 873-8894.

Phoenix, AZ : BCI Boys Senior/Junior Prep Tournament
When: Spring Break. Where: Phoenix Arizona. Boys, Grades 11-12. For Info Call (602) 252-6001

Fort Collins, CO: Dish the Rock Invitational Tournament.
When: Mid April. Where: Fort Collins, Colorado. Tournament for Boys, grades 6-9. For further information contact Salies Perry (303) 337-2925

Louisville, KY: Derby Classic All-Star Game
When: Late April Where: Freedom Hall, Louisville, KY. Top basketball senior prep stars from around the country will compete. For last year's full rosters here is a link.

April Other States: NCAA Certified Events

Downers Grove, Illinois: Centurion Classic
When: April 3-8, 2000, at Marquette Manor Baptist Church. Contact Daniel Sheridan 630/960-1398

Syracuse, NY: Zebra Classic
When: April 5-8, 2000, at Nottingham High School. Contact Michael Kyle 315/428-5350

Pittsburgh, PA: T.H.W.D. Pittsburgh Hoops Classic
When: April 6-8, 2000, at A.J. Palumbo Center. Contact Richard Lovelace 724/733-7961

Bronx,NY: East Coast Basketball Sectionals
When: April 6-16, 2000 at Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club in Contact David Nelson 718/802-6207

Salem, OR: Hoop All-Star Shootout (Boy's)
When: April 7, 2000 at The Hoop. Contact Geoff Grass 503/361-7706

Mechanicsburg, PA:  2000 Roundball All-Star Weekend
When: April 7-8, 2000  at Susquehanna Township High School in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and Cumberland Valley High School Contact Bill Gaffey 717/657-5117

Louisville, KY : Executive Inn East/West All-Star Classic
When: April 7-8, 2000, at Bellarmine College. Contact David Zuberer 502/957-2676

Providence, RI: Hoop Group/Converse Jam Fest Tournament
When: April 7-9, 2000 at various Providence area schools. Contact Robert Kennedy 732/212-1440

Camden, NJ: April Showers Perennial Powers High School Basketball Championship
When: April 7-9, 2000 at Rutgers, The State Universtiy of New Jersey. Contact Dawud Abdur-Rahkman 610/740-9460

Phoenix, AZ: BCI Spring Tip Off
When: April 7-9, 2000 at Grand Canyon University and Phoenix College. Contact Louise Martin 602/252-6001

Starkville, MS: Black History Classic
When: April 7-9, 2000 at Mississippi State University. Contact Chokwe Lumumba 601/353-4455

Hampton, and Newport News, VA: Boo Williams Spring Invitational
When: April 7-9, 2000 at Hamption University and Hampton and Newport News School Systems. Contact Boo Williams 757/825-1490

Villanova, PA: Charlie Weber Invitational
When: April 7-9, 2000 at Villanova University. Contact Charlie Weber 703/256-0727

River Grove, ILL: Illinois Basketball Classic
When: April 7-9, 2000 at Triton College. Contact Terrance Head 847/540-0679

St. Louis, MO: Adidas All American Boys Basketball Shootout
When: April 7-9, 2000 at various high schools in Ferguson, Florissant, and St. Louis. Contact David Peeters 314/692-1212

Wauwatosa, WI: 2000 Wisconsin AAU Boys' Basketball Championships
When: April 7-9, 14-16, 2000 at Wisconsin Lutheran College and Whitnall High School. Contact Allan Tetzlaff 262/786-4600

Solon, OH: Solon Cage Classic
When: April 7-16, 2000  at Solon High School. Pat Ciccantelli 330/676-1556

Ogden, UT: USA Junior Nationals Utah All State Basketball Competition
When: April 8, 2000 at Weber State University.  Contact Gene Edwards

Columbus, OH: USA Junior Nationals Ohio All State Basketball Competition
When: April 8, 2000 at Ohio State University. Contact Gene Edwards

Des Moines, Iowa: 2000 Region XI All-Star Game
When: April 8, 2000 at Drake University Contact Russ Jones 515/291-5057

Wichita, KS: Big Time Shootout
When: April 8, 2000 at Wichita State University. Contact Greg Swaim 405/377-4667

Elizabeth, NJ: EKB High School/Junior College Showcase
When:April 8, 2000 at Dunn Sports Center. Contact Edward Butler 212/576-6448

Aiken, SC: Networks Spring Fling 2000
When: April 8, 2000 at the Odell Weeks Center. Contact Kevin Nunley 919/501-2050

Birmingham, AL: Gerald Snider's Basketball Recruiting Service Spring Showcase/Unsigned Senior Camp
When: April 8, 2000 at Wallace Bell Gym at UAB. Contact Gerald Snider 662/534-6175

Spring, TX: Great American Shoot-Out
When: April 8, 2000 at Spring High School.  Contact Mike Kunstadt 972/254-3657

Cocoa, FL: Ballstars Spring Showcase and State and National J.C. All-Star Game
When: April 8, 2000 Brevard Community College. Contact Rick Ball 850/932-5033

Des Moines, Iowa: FutureStars Spring Shootout
When: April 8-9, 2000 at the Knapp & Bell Center at Drake University. Contact Van Coleman 800/659-9522

Houston, TX: Senior Basketball Classic 2000
When: April 8-9, 2000 at Fonde Recreation.  Contact Phyllis Dallas 713/226-4459

Plano, TX: Adidas/Texas Bluechip Spring Shootout
When: April 8-9, 2000 at Collin County Community College.  Contact Mitch Malone 972/390-9386

Columbus, OH: All-Ohio Slam-n-Jam Challenge & Nike Cup Tournament Cleo Dumaree
When: April 8-9, 2000.  Contact Jerry Watson 614/861-0572

Pittsburgh, PA: Born2Run "The Game"
When: April 8-9, 2000 at LaRoche College.  Contact James Hoy 412/321-4597

Rockford, ILL: A.A.U. State Basketball Tournament
When: April 8-9, 2000 at Black Boys & Girls Club.  Contact Reggie Biffle 815/987-1620

Little Rock, ARK: Big Time Shootout
When: April 9, 2000 at Central Arkansas University.  Contact Greg Swaim 405/377-4667

Jackson, MS: USA Junior Nationals Mississippi All State Basketball Competition
When: April 9, 2000 at Millsaps College.  Contact Gene Edwards

Reading, PA: USA Junior Nationals Pennsylvania All State Basketball Competition
When: April 9, 2000 at Albright College. Contact Gene Edwards

Charlottesville, VA: USA Junior Nationals Virginia All State Basketball Competition
When: April 9, 2000 at Albermarle High School. Contact Gene Edwards

Huntington, WVA: USA Junior Nationals West Virginia All State Basketball Competition
When: April 9, 2000 at Marshall University. Contact Gene Edwards

New Britain, CT: USA Junior Nationals New England All State Basketball Competition
When: April 9, 2000 at Central Connecticut State University Contact Gene Edwards

Ft. Mill, SC: Top 100 Basketball Recruiting Showcase
When: April 9, 2000 at the Charlotte Hornets Training Facility Contact Wayne Otto 828/264-9547

Wichita, KS: USA Amateur Athletics Association Kansas All State Basketball Competition 
When: April 9, 2000 at Wichita State University.  Contact Gene Edwards

Des Moines, Iowa: USA Junior Nationals Iowa All State Basketball Competition
When: April 9, 2000 at North High School.  Contact Gene Edwards

Baton Rouge, LA: USA Junior Nationals Louisiana All State Basketball Competition
When: April 9, 2000 at Louisiana State University. Contact Gene Edwards

Baltimore, MD: USA Junior Nationals Maryland All State Basketball Competition
When: April 9, 2000 at Catonsville Community College. Contact Gene Edwards

Ypsilanti, MI: USA Junior Nationals Michigan All State Basketball Competition
When: April 9, 2000 at Eastern Michigan University.  Contact Gene Edwards

Minneapolis, MN: USA Junior Nationals Minnesota All State Basketball Competition
When: April 9, 2000 at the University of Minnesota. Contact Gene Edwards

Elon College, NC: HoopsIQ.com Unsigned Senior Slam N' Jam
When: April 9, 2000 at Elon College. Contact Mike Palmer 919/787-1418

Coppell, TX: Great American Shoot-Out
When: April 9, 2000 at Coppell High School. Contact Mike Kunstadt 972/254-3657

Plainfield, ILL: Illinois Spot-Lite Spring-Under-Classmen Shoot-Out
When: April 9, 2000 at Plainfield High School. Contact Larry Butler 708/687-8641

Wooster, OH: OHSBCA (Ohio High School Basketball Coaches Association)Workout
When: April 9, 2000 at College of Wooster. Contact Sharon Kaplan 614/873-1780

Miami, FL: Ballstars Spring Showcase
When: April 9, 2000 at Msgr. Pace High School. Contact Rick Ball 850/932-5033

Scottsdale, AZ: Ballstars Spring Showcase State J.C. and State H.S. All-Star Games
When: April 14, 2000  at Scottsdale Community College. Contact Rick Ball 850/932-5033

Warren, MI: Motown Jamfest
When: April 14, 2000 at Macomb County Community College. Contact Clayton Woodard 313/535-2498

Fayetteville, ARK: AAO Boys Top 25 Camp
When: April 14-15, 2000 at Fayetteville High School.  Contact David Ferrell 501/442-9979

Winston Salem, NC:  Atlantic Coast/USA Hoops Challenge
When: April 14-15, 2000 at Wake Forest University.  Contact Rob Kennedy and Bob Gibbons 732/212-1440

Prince Georges County, MD: Potomac Valley AAU Boys Basketball Championship Tournament
When:April 14-16, 2000 at various high schools. Contact Norman Smith 202/889-6260

Austin, TX: Great American Shoot-Out
When: April 14-16, 2000 at Westlake High School and the University of Texas. Contact Mike Kunstadt 972/254-3657

Houston, TX: Houston Superstars Texas Classic II
When: April 14-16, 2000 at Jack Yates High School. Contact Jalon T. Debbs 281/261-8545

Richmond, VA: Richmond Shootout
When: April 14-16, 2000 at Virginina Commonwealth University Contact Tony Squire 804/233-8992

Jefferson City, TN: Smoky Mountain Shootout
When: April 14-16, 2000 at Carson-Newman College. Contact Charles Benson 423-0051

Lower Merion, PA: World Jr. Int. Tournament
When: April 14-16, 2000 at Lower Merrion High School. Contact Richard Marcucci 856/629-8243

Salt Lake City, UT: Utah Showcase Camp - Juco Division
When: April 14-15, 2000 at Salt Lake Lutheran High School. Contact Bob Wood 801/298-1076

New Haven, CT: Connecticut Select
When: April 14-16, 2000 at Yale University - Payne Whitney. Contact Wayne Simone 203/596-9264

Greenville, South Carolina: Gerald Snider's Basketball Recruiting Service Unsigned Senior Camp/Spring Showcase
When: April 15, 2000 at Fuman University Activity Center. Contact Gerald Snider 662/534-6175

Newton, NC: HoopsIQ.com Spring Shootout
When: April 15, 2000 at Newton-Conover High School. Contact Mike Palmer 919/787-1418

Kenner, LA: Mississippi Basketball Association Spring Jam Fest Showcase
When: April 15, 2000 at Galatas Gym. Contact Clifford Baptiste, Jr. 228/586-0288

Indianapolis, IA: Hoosier Basketball Magazine's Boys' Top 40 Workout
When: April 15, 2000 at Pike High School. Contact Garry Donna 317/925-8200

Rochester, MI: Prep Spotlight All-State Shootout
When:April 15, 2000 at Oakland University. Contact Vince Baldwin 313/864-7215

Philadelphia, PA: ISAA Exposure Basketball Shootout (men)
When: April 15, 2000 at the Community College of Philadelphia  Contact Fred Dukes III 215/751-8211

Atlanta, GA:  2000 Spring Exposure Clinic
When: April 15, 2000 at Southeast Atlanta Park .  Contact Bryan Bartley 404/817-6937

Winston-Salem, NC: Southern Invitational Exposure Clinic
When: April 15-16, 2000 at Wake Forest University/Lawrence Joel Colisseum.  Contact Robert Kennedy & Bob Gibbons 732/212-1440

New Hope, PA: Solebury Showcase
When: April 15-16, 2000 at Solebury School. Contact Cleve Christie 609/394-8687

Altamonte Springs, FL: Winning Ways Rising Stars Boys Prep Revue
When: April 15-16, 2000 Contact at Lake Brantley Athletic Complex. Barry Mestel 407/339-9053

Louisville, KY: Hoop Stars Classic
When: April 15-16, 2000 at Male High School. Contact Eddie Ford 270/322-8717

Lebanon, TN: Gerald Snider's Basketball Recruiting Service Unsigned Senior Camp
When: April 16, 2000 Contact at Cumberland University. Gerald Snider 662/534-6175

Toronto, Ontario: Toronto Jamboree '2000
When: April 16, 2000 at Northern High School. Contact Ro Russ 416/398-1355

East Peoria, ILL: Flash's Pepsi Spring Hoops Review
When: April 16, 2000 at Illinois Central College. Contact Bill Flanagan 309/693-8548

Amherst, NY: 2000 Team ACE Western New York All-Star Classic
When: April 17, 2000 at Sweet Home High School Gym Contact Paul Schintzius 716/876-1793

St. Louis, MO: Illinois Spot-Lite I-55 Exposure Shoot-Out
When: April 18, 2000 at St. Louis University. Contact Larry Butler 708/687-8641

Huntington Station, NY: Metro All-Star Classic
When: April 18. 2000 at Walt Whitman High School. Contact  Debbie Skinner 516/452-0751

South Orange, NJ: Metropolitan Top 100 Clinic
When: April 18-19, 2000 at Seton Hall University. Contact Robert Kennedy 732/212-1440

Raleigh, NC: HoopsIQ.com Spring Shootout
When: April 19, 2000 at Millbrook High School Contact Mike Palmer 919/787-1418

Sharon, PA: Sharon Lions Club Hoyle Basketball Tournament
When: April 19-22, 2000 at Sharon Senior High School Contact Joe Viola 800/353-5176

May 2000
SoCal Events:

Los Angeles, CA: ARC Instructional Academy Spring Session
When: Continuing through June Develop the skills to become a top high school player. Traveling teams will be formed. Any team can enter league competition. ARC division tournament for all teams after completion of league play, plus eventual regional and national tournaments. Former ARC players include NBA Stars: Jason Kidd, Shawn Kemp, Byron Scott, Don MacLean, Trevor Wilson, Tracy Murray, Mitchell Butler, Chris Mills, Sean Higgins, Steve Kerr, Sean Rooks, Tom Hammonds, Dwayne Schintzius, Ronnie Grandison, Darrick Martin, and James Cotton. Games and league play at North Hollywood High, Pierce College in Woodland Hills, various schools in Burbank, Olive Rec Center, and now in Orange County. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information.

Los Angeles/Inland Empire, CA: Annual Slam-N-Jam Spring League
When: continuing through May Games are played on Saturdays and Sundays. For Boys 4th grade, 5th grade, 6th grade, 7th grade, Future Stars (primarily for high school freshmen and sophomores) and Varsity (for players with high school eligibility). Separate Slam-N-Jam leagues will be held in Los Angeles and the Inland Empire areas. This has been called by some the "Rolls Royce" of boys basketball Spring Legues." Nationally recognized as one of the most prestigious boys basketball leagues in the country. A key recruiting event for major college coaches. For more information contact Issy Washington (310) 532-0622

Torrance, CA: 4 "D" Stars Spring Developmental League
When: March through May High School, JV & Varsity, Boys 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. Girls 5th & 6th, 7th & 8th grades, and varsity. Held at various South Bay High Schools. For further information contact Renaldo Henry-Ala at P.O. Box 5023, Torrance, CA 90510. Phone (310) 326-3060, fax (310) 326-3062. Or check the 4 "D" Website at http://www.4dbasketball.com.

Long Beach, CA: RoadDoggs BCI Qualifying Tournament
When: May 5,6,7, 2000 and May 12,13,14 if necessary. 10u,11u,12u,13u,14u, high school and prep no more. Games will played throughout the Long Beach area with Long Beach Jordan High School serving as the host site. For additional information, contact Grady Rosborough, (310) 537-1673.

San Diego/Vista, CA: Future Stars Springtime Jamboree
When:
Early May (TBA). Boys and Girls Teams, Grades 5-12. Games played at University High School. 4 boys divisions, and 4 girls divisions: 5th/6th grade, 7th grade, 8th grade, high school. Eight teams in each division. $150 per team. Contact: Future Stars Basketball Club, 623 S. Santa Fe Ave, Suite B, Vista, CA., (619) 726-4408 or (619) 969-0727

Lake Elsinore, CA: 1st Annual Elinsore Jaguars May Day Tournament
When:
Late April-Early May (TBA) 7th Grade Boys & Under Tournament, games played at Elsinore High School, located in Lake Elsinore.  $200 with four game guarantee. Fee, $200.00 For more information, contact Mike Horton at (909) 674-4957, Grayland Schuler at (909) 678-7759, or e-mail wallie@pe.net

Santa Ana, CA: ARC Razorbacks Invitational Tournament
When: Early May (TBA) ARC Razorbacks are hosting their annual Invitational Tournament May 7-9 at Santa Ana College. Tournament is open to 6th, 7th 8th grade Boys and 7th, 8th grade Girls. CIF rules, 3 game guarantee. Cost is $200 per team.

Torrance, CA: 4"D"- BCI Golden State Classic Tournament
When: Mid to Late May  (TBA) High School, JV & Varsity, Boys 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. Girls 5th & 6th, 7th & 8th grades, and varsity. Held at various South Bay High Schools. For further information contact Renaldo Henry-Ala at P.O. Box 5023, Torrance, CA 90510. Phone (310) 326-3060, fax (310) 326-3062. Or check the 4 "D" Website at http://www.4dbasketball.com.   Also sponsored by Hoopmasters and now affiliated with BCI.

Porterville, CA: Porterville Wildcats Boys & Girls Tournament
When: May 13 & 14, 2000  Air conditioned gymnasium, 4 game guarantee, entry fee $250.00.  New facilities.   For further information contact Mike McGregor, 1501 N. Lowery, Porterville, CA 93257, call 559-782-8710

Pomona, CA: Cal Poly Pomona Girls Spring Showcase Tournament
When: Friday May 19, Saturday May 20, Sunday May 21, 2000. @ Cal Cal Poly Pomona Kellogg Gymnasium & Darlene May Gym 3801 West Temple Ave Pomona, CA 91768.  Entry is $200.00 per team. Entry fee includes a minimum of 3 games. Please mail non-refundable $100.00 deposit check to Tournament Director. (This ensures your spot in the bracket) Entry is on a first come basis. Please make checks payable to CAL POLY POMONA WOMEN’S BASKETBALL. Note: Deposit checks received after bracket is full, will be returned.   For furthre information, contact: Paul B.Thomas,  Head Women’s Basketball Coach, Cal Poly Pomona,  3801 West Temple Ave., Pomona, CA 91768 | 909 869-2824 Office | 909 629-1385 Home | 10-U, 12-U, 13-U Girls.

San Diego/Poway, CA: High Five America Memorial Day Tournament
When:
Late May TBA. The entry fee is $300 per team. For further information be sure to check the High Five America Website or contact High Five America's General Manager and Tournament Director, David Axelson at High Five America c/o The SportCenter at USIU, 10455 Pomerado Road,  San Diego, CA 92131. (619) 536-3211 Ext. 114 or (619) 536-5199. E-mail: daxelso1@san.rr.com

Los Angeles, CA: Annual Inter-City B-Ball Memorial Day Classic
When: Late May TBA Separate divisions for Boys 5-9th grades and High School (Must have remaining HS eligibility). Separate divisions for girls, Jr. High and High School (must have remaining HS eligibility). Contact Sam Minor at (310) 632-6100 or (310) 604-3457 for further information.

Fresno, CA: 3rd Annual Mats' Madness Tournament (formerly adidas Hoops Summit )
When: Memorial Day Weekend, 2000 Where: Fresno, California. Sponsored by EBO-EA and adidas. Featuring some of the top travel teams from around California and the West Coast, and some of the top players. For further information, contact EBO's Darren Matsubara (see our link on SoCal Clubs for further information).

San Diego, CA:   1st Annual Rising Stars BCI Regional/National Qualifier
When: May 27-29 (Memorial Day Weekend). Rising Stars will be hosting a BCI National Regional Qualifier tournament over the Memorial Day holiday weekend.  The tournament is for teams and players ages 10U through High School. If you want additional information or want to register and reserve a spot in the tournament contact: Marlon Wells (619) 340-9978 or e-mail him at marlonwells@yahoo.com or you can contact Ollie Goulston at ogoulston@yahoo.com for additional details.

San Diego, CA: Memorial Weekend Hoops Festival
When: Late May TBA For Boys 5-9th grades and Junior Boys (Must have remaining HS eligibility). Played in the San Diego Area. Many of the top Southern California all star traveling teams participated in last year's tournament. Call High 5 America, Ollie Goulston at (800) 676-4872 for further information.

San Diego, CA: Annual San Diego Sharks Memorial Day Classic
When: Late May TBA For Boys and Girls 10U-High School. Played in San Diego. Contact Jimmy Brooks at (619) 485-5558 or (619) 676-9622 (fax).

May Other States

West Lafayette, IN: 7th Annual Spiece Run-N-Slam All-Star Classic
When: May 5-7, 2000 Where: Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana. Another top flight all-star classic featuring some of the top talent from across the midwest and the country.  Not during an exposure period, so there won't be college coaches present, but some of the top teams from traveling teams will be there, as well as a number of scouting services.

Charlottesville, VA:   1st Annual Bob Gibbons--Hoop Group Southern Invitational
When: May 5-7, 2000.  Where:  University of Virginia.  All Star Sports Publications and the Hoop Group will stage the first annual tournament which will run at the same time as the Spiece  tournament.  Likewise, no college coaches, but Gibbons' All-Star Report will use the event to evaluate players in attendance, and other scouting services will be there too.

Fairfield, OH: Northern Cincinnati AAU Tournament
When: Early May Where: Fairfield, Ohio

Toledo, OH : Toledo Player's AAU Tournament
When: Mid May Where: Savage Hall, Toledo, Ohio.

Columbus, OH: Nike Midwest Futures Shootout and Showdown
When: Late May Where: Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio.

Chapel Hill, NC: Bob Gibbons Tournament of Champions
When: Late May Where: Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Olkahoma City, OK: Converse Midwest Shootout
When: Late May Where: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Sites still being arranged. For Prep Boys and JUCO players. For further information, contact Greg Swaim (405) 377-4667. To register to play, contact Midwest Hoops, and register online.

Kearney, NE: Mr. Basketball Slamfest A-B Division Tournament
When: Late May Where: Kearney, Nebraska. Divisions for - Class A & B varsity squads - 16-17 & under AAU teams (multi-school teams)--- 9th Grade To-Be. Teams are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. To reserve a spot, send $45 non-refundable deposit for each team. Teams will be billed for the balance. Tournament Fees: $45 per player, with a minimum of 8 players highly recommended. Housing Arrangements: Mr. Basketball has secured discounted rates at several Kearney motels ranging from $50-$58 per night with 4 kids per room. These include motels with indoor pools, etc., and all of these are within five minutes of the various arenas. Contact Doug Koster Mr. Basketball, Inc., 4215 Ave. E, Kearney, NE 68847. Phone: (308)-237-4012 Fax: (308)-237-4013

Merrillville, IN: Spiece Run-N-Slam Memorial Day All-Star Classic
When: Late May Where: Merrillville, Indiana. Another top flight all-star classic featuring some of the top talent from across the midwest and the country.

Tulsa, OK: BCI State Tournament
When: Late May Where: Tulsa, Oklahoma. For Boys, ages 13-14. For further information contact Jim Cox (918) 369-1100

Kearney, NE: Mr. Basketball Slamfest C-D Division Tournament
When: Late May Where: Kearney, Nebraska. Divisions for - Class B, C, D varsity squads - Junior varsity squads from all classes - 14-15-16 & under AAU teams (younger multi-school teams). Teams are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. To reserve a spot, send $45 non-refundable deposit for each team. Teams will be billed for the balance. Tournament Fees: $45 per player, with a minimum of 8 players highly recommended. Housing Arrangements: Mr. Basketball has secured discounted rates at several Kearney motels ranging from $50-$58 per night with 4 kids per room. These include motels with indoor pools, etc., and all of these are within five minutes of the various arenas. Contact Doug Koster Mr. Basketball, Inc., 4215 Ave. E, Kearney, NE 68847. Phone: (308)-237-4012 Fax: (308)-237-4013

Kearney, NE: Mr. Basketball Slamfest ABCD Division Tournament
When: Late May Where: Kearney, Nebraska. Divisions for - Class A, B, C, D varsity squads- Junior varsity squads from all classes. Teams are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. To reserve a spot, send $45 non-refundable deposit for each team. Teams will be billed for the balance. Tournament Fees: $45 per player, with a minimum of 8 players highly recommended. Housing Arrangements: Mr. Basketball has secured discounted rates at several Kearney motels ranging from $50-$58 per night with 4 kids per room. These include motels with indoor pools, etc., and all of these are within five minutes of the various arenas. Contact Doug Koster Mr. Basketball, Inc., 4215 Ave. E, Kearney, NE 68847. Phone: (308)-237-4012 Fax: (308)-237-4013

June 2000
June SoCal Events:

Buena Park, CA: West Orange County Slam YBA Memorial Day Girls Tournament
When: June 2-4, 2000. Location: Buena Park Boys & Girls Club; Price: $250.00 per team. Games: (4) game guarantee. Please contact Don Small at  www.westocslam.org or send e-mail to wocsyba@hotmail.com.  Don Small can also be reached at 714-780-0003.

Duarte, CADuarte HS JV Summer League
When:  Beginning in June, 2000  @ Duarte HS.  Each team will get 8-10 games. Standard summer format is used. CIF officials. Interested teams should contact Tim Godley at 626-799-3285, or e-mail at Falconhoop@aol.com

Los Angeles/ Long Beach, CA: YSA/Sixers Summer Jam
When:
First Week of June, 1999 (TBA). Boys Teams Ages 10-17. Played in Long Beach, CA. This tournament features eight teams in each division, in a pool play format. Each team plays 3 to 4 games. Entry fee $225. Contact: Dennis Banks, 453 West 7th St. Suite 10, Long Beach, CA., (310) 437-4205

Los Angeles, CA: ARC Instructional Academy Spring Session
When: Continuing through June Develop the skills to become a top high school player. Traveling teams will be formed. Any team can enter league competition. ARC division tournament for all teams after completion of league play, plus eventual regional and national tournaments. Former ARC players include NBA Stars: Jason Kidd, Shawn Kemp, Byron Scott, Don MacLean, Trevor Wilson, Tracy Murray, Mitchell Butler, Chris Mills, Sean Higgins, Steve Kerr, Sean Rooks, Tom Hammonds, Dwayne Schintzius, Ronnie Grandison, Darrick Martin, and James Cotton. Games and league play at North Hollywood High, Pierce College in Woodland Hills, various schools in Burbank, Olive Rec Center, and now in Orange County. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information.

Torrance, CA: 4 "D" Stars Summer Developmental League
When: June through August. High School, JV & Varsity, Boys 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. Girls 5th & 6th, 7th & 8th grades, and varsity. Held at various South Bay High Schools. For further information contact Renaldo Henry-Ala at P.O. Box 5023, Torrance, CA 90510. Phone (310) 326-3060, fax (310) 326-3062. Or check the 4 "D" Website at http://www.4dbasketball.com.

Los Angeles, CA: ARC Instructional Academy Summer Session
When: June -Registration; Practice Begins June, League Play Late June through August Learn the fundamentals from current and former high school coaches. Develop the skills to become a top high school player. Traveling teams will be formed. Any team can enter league competition. ARC division tournament for all teams after completion of league play, plus eventual regional and national tournaments. Former ARC players include NBA Stars: Jason Kidd, Shawn Kemp, Byron Scott, Don MacLean, Trevor Wilson, Tracy Murray, Mitchell Butler, Chris Mills, Sean Higgins, Steve Kerr, Sean Rooks, Tom Hammonds, Dwayne Schintzius, Ronnie Grandison, Darrick Martin, and James Cotton. Games and league play at North Hollywood High, Pierce College in Woodland Hills, various schools in Burbank, Olive Rec Center, and now in Orange County. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information.

Santa Barbara, CA:   Westmont College High School Boys Summer Tournament #1
When; June 16-18, 2000.  @ Westmont College, in Montecito, in the hills above Santa Barbara, the site of Snow Valley Basketball camp. First of 3 weekend tournaments at Westmont.  Very competitive tournaments with regulars such as Glendora, Pacifica, Sonora, Brea Olinda and more. The cost is a team fee of $150.00 and 115.00 per person. If a local team is not staying on campus there will be a team fee of $200.00. For questions or further information about registration, contact Coach Scott Coopman at the Westmont College Basketball Office, 805-565-6010, or send mail to: Westmont College Basketball, 955 La Paz Rd., Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Duarte, CADuarte HS Summer Varsity Tournament
When; June 16-18, 2000.  @ Duarte HS.   Friday's games begin at 4pm to allow schools still in session to play. This is a 16 team 4-game guarentee tournament.  The fee is $175. Interested teams should contact Tim Godley at 626-799-3285, or e-mail at Falconhoop@aol.com

La Quinta, CALa Quinta Summer Playground Tourney
When; June 16 -17, 2000.  High School tournament, 8 boys' varsity teams with a 5 game guarantee. for further information contact Bill Ciancio, Coach, La Quinta High School or visit the La Quinta HS web site. 5 games in two days played in an air conditioned gym. Games begin on Friday at 2:00pm and the final game is Saturday at 9:00pm Format: Three (3) games pool play at scheduled times. Last two (2) games  played in seated four team tournament. Entry Fee: $150 Prizes: T-shirts for paticipants and/or Championship Trophies Rules: CIF rules except - 20 minute running clock halves; clock stops last 2  minutes of second half if scores within 10 points. One (1) timeout per half.

Beach Cities (LA): Beach Cities Basketball Club Tournament
When: Early June Beach Cities Basketball Club will be hosting a tournament for 10-U through 17-U boys teams.Teams will play a minimum of three games (usually this turns out to be four) for $275. Inquiries can be faxed to (310) 374-4019
. For futher information call (310) 374-6623 or e-mail docbrown@beachnet.gen.ca.us 

Long Beach, CA:  Future Prep Classic
When: Mid June Long Beach, CA - Future Prep Classic III Featuring boys traveling teams; ages 10/u, 11/u, & 12/u. Some of the top traveling teams in the So. Cal area will compete in this tournament. Games will be played at Long Beach Jordan High School. Fee of $295.00 should be submitted to Grady Rosborough, P. O. Box 5483, Long Beach, 90805, phone (310) 637-8779, fax (310) 537-1709.

Duarte, CADuarte HS Summer Junior Varsity Tournament
When; June 23-25, 2000.  @ Duarte HS.   Friday's games begin at 4pm to allow schools still in session to play. A 3 game guarentee tournament for $145. 16 JV teams from the area and beyond will compete. Interested teams should contact Tim Godley at 626-799-3285, or e-mail at Falconhoop@aol.com

Santa Barbara, CA:   Westmont College High School Boys Summer Tournament #2
When; June 23-25, 2000.  @ Westmont College, in Montecito, in the hills above Santa Barbara, the site of Snow Valley Basketball camp. First of 3 weekend tournaments at Westmont.  Very competitive tournaments with regulars such as Glendora, Pacifica, Sonora, Brea Olinda and more. The cost is a team fee of $150.00 and 115.00 per person. If a local team is not staying on campus there will be a team fee of $200.00. For questions or further information about registration, contact Coach Scott Coopman at the Westmont College Basketball Office, 805-565-6010, or send mail to: Westmont College Basketball, 955 La Paz Rd., Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Palm Springs, CA:  Annual Palm Springs Desert Resorts Girls Summer Basketball Classic
When: Mid to Late June  Girls tournament series  for varsity and jv teams.  Guaranteed 4 games. For more info contact Sy Lenes at (760) 323-2849 or Randy Small (760-320-4737; email oct21@aol.com). We have been promised by our new administration that the AC WILL be working this year at full strength.

Palm Springs, CA: Annual Palm Springs Desert Resorts Boys Summer Basketball Classic
When: Mid to Late June. Boys tournament series for varsity and jv teams.  Guaranteed 4 games. For more info contact Sy Lenes at (760) 323-2894 or Randy Small (760-320-4737; email oct21@aol.com). We have been promised by our new administration that the AC WILL be working this year at full strength.

San Gabriel Valley, CA: San Gabriel Valley Matadors Summer Boys Varsity Tournament
When: June 23-25, 2000. Where: San Gabriel Valley High School. Entry fee $225.00 (reduced fee of $345.00 for teams entering both this tournament and the JV Tournament which will be played July 7-9, 2000).  The varsity tournament has been expanded to a 32 Team bracket this year (up from 24 last year)    Guarantee 5 games (one more than last year), plus summer league rules (6 fouls, 3 min overtime, running clock only last minute stop clock, CIF Officials). The first game of the tournament will not start on Friday until 1:00 p.m. to accomodate summer school schedules. Mail entries or request further info from
Jon Keller, head coach, San Gabriel High School, 801 S. Ramona St., San Gabriel, CA 91776.   Telephone (626) 308-2378, fax (626) 308-2332, or home phone (626) 286-0225; e-mail TheCoachK@aol.com

Duarte, CADuarte HS Summer Frosh-Soph Tournament
When; June 30-July 1, 2, 2000.  @ Duarte HS.  $135 with a 3 game guarantee. Standard summer format is used. CIF officials. Interested teams should contact Tim Godley at 626-799-3285, or e-mail at Falconhoop@aol.com

Santa Barbara, CAWestmont College High School Boys Summer Tournament #3
When; June 29-July 1, 2000.  @ Westmont College, in Montecito, in the hills above Santa Barbara, the site of Snow Valley Basketball camp. First of 3 weekend tournaments at Westmont.  Very competitive tournaments with regulars such as Glendora, Pacifica, Sonora, Brea Olinda and more. The cost is a team fee of $150.00 and 115.00 per person. If a local team is not staying on campus there will be a team fee of $200.00. For questions or further information about registration, contact Coach Scott Coopman at the Westmont College Basketball Office, 805-565-6010, or send mail to: Westmont College Basketball, 955 La Paz Rd., Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Woodland Hills, CA: ARC/Slam-N-Jam Girls' Summer Showdown
When: Late June through Early July  The Summer Showdown, for girls high school varsity teams, will mark its second year during the Summer of 1999. It will be held at Los Angeles Pierce College in Woodland Hills, California. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for further information.

June NorCal Events:

Oakland, CA; Pleasanton, CA; Menlo Park, CA: ARC Instructional Academy Fall Session
When: June 12--Registration; Practice Begins June 19 League Play June 20 through August 15. Same great instructional leagues and academies as in SoCal. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information. For specific information at specific sites in NorCal: Oakland - Rick Goodman, at rdom3@aol.com, or phone (800) 590-7983; Pleasanton - Rick Goodman at rdom3@aol.com or phone at (800) 590-7983; Menlo Park - Ramon Bustos, at arc4hoops@aol.com or phone at (650) 692-3628.

Oakland, CA: East Bay "Scholars & Ballers" Fathers Day Tournament
When: June 16--18, 2000 Tournament for 1/u Boys. 3 game guarantee, trophies for First, Second places and individual team trophies, $200.00 entry fee. All games will be played at the MVP Sports Complex and the Ira Jenkin's community park in Oakland, next to the Oakland Arena.  For registration   information contact Ron Kindred toll-free at 877-525-6357. Sponsored by the East Bay Scholars and Ballers Youth Foundation.

Sacramento, CASSA adidas Sacramento Area Summer League
When: June 20-July 13 Middle schoo and JV divisions as well as varsity. Those  interested in entering a team may call Bryan Mitchell at 366-7107.

June Other States : Youth Tournaments

Las Vegas, NV: ARC Instructional Academy Fall Session
When: June through August 15. Same great instructional leagues and academies as in SoCal. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information. For information specific to Las Vegas contact: ARC Gym Rats - Mike Saca, coachsaca@aol.com or phone (702) 256-6184.

June Other States : NCAA Certified Events

Check this link at the NCAA's Official site for a complete listing of all Summer Men's NCAA Certified Events.

Check this link at the NCAA's Official site for a complete listing of all Summer Women's NCAA Certified Events.

Hampden-Sydney, VA: Five Star Basketball Camp
When: Mid June, at Hampden-Sydney, Virginia

Tulsa, OK: BCI State Tournament
When: Mid June Where: Tulsa, Oklahoma. For Boys, ages 15-16. For further information contact Jim Cox (918) 369-1100

Lubbock, TX: Great American Shootout
When: Mid June Where: Lubbock, Texas. For Boys teams, grades 9-12 (Prep). For further information and registration contact Mike Kunstadt (972) 254-3657

Honesdale, PA: Five Star Basketball Camp
When: Mid June Where: Honesdale, PA

Minneapolis, Minn: Minnesota Select Boys Summer Tournament
When: Late June Sites: University of Minnesota Sports Pavilion, Minneapolis Community College, Apple Valley High School. Cost: $400 per team--4 game guarantee. Contact: Larry Ronglien 612-687-0023. TWO DIVISIONS: High school eligible division, boys with high school eligibility remaining. 16 and under division (16 and under teams may play up if they choose). There will be separate tournaments. SITES: University of Minnesota Sports Pavilion, University of Minnesota Williams Arena, Minneapolis Community College, Apple Valley High School. All teams guaranteed 4 games. COST: $400 (checks payable to Minnesota Basketball Project) First 32 teams to register will be included. CONTACT: Larry Ronglien, 4148 Durham Court, Eagan, MN 55122-2147. Phone: 612-687-0023 (home) 612-415-5414 (school). For Registration Form click here.

July 2000
July SoCal Events:

Carson, CA: Double Pump HS Boys' West Coast All Star Camp #1
When: July 7-10  at Cal State Dominguez Hills. NCAA Certified For further information contact Phil or Jan Bryant at Double Pump, Inc. You can reach Phil or Jan at 530-256-2862 or check out the Double Pump website at http://www.doublepump.com.

Palm Springs, CA: Annual Palm Springs Desert Resorts Girls Summer Basketball Classic
When: Early July  Boys tournament for varsity and jv teams.  Guaranteed 4 games. For more info contact Sy Lenes at (760) 323-2849 or Randy Small (760-320-4737; email oct21@aol.com). We have been promised by our new administration that the AC WILL be working this year at full strength.

Torrance, CA: 4 "D" Stars Fireworks Tournament
When: Early July High School, JV & Varsity, Boys 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. Girls 5th & 6th, 7th & 8th grades, and varsity. Held at various South Bay High Schools. For further information contact Renaldo Henry-Ala at P.O. Box 5023, Torrance, CA 90510. Phone (310) 326-3060, fax (310) 326-3062. Or check the 4 "D" Website at http://www.4dbasketball.com.

Torrance, CA: 4 "D" Stars Summer Developmental League
When: June through August . High School, JV & Varsity, Boys 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. Girls 5th & 6th, 7th & 8th grades, and varsity. Held at various South Bay High Schools. For further information contact Renaldo Henry-Ala at P.O. Box 5023, Torrance, CA 90510. Phone (310) 326-3060, fax (310) 326-3062. Or check the 4 "D" Website at http://www.4dbasketball.com.

Redlands, CA: Redlands Optimists 15th Annual Girls' Varsity Summer Tournament
When:
July 7th-9th, 2000.  Redlands Optimist will host the 15th Annual Girls Varsity Summer Tournament. July 7th 2000 thru July 9th 2000. $185.00 48 teams, Five game guarantee, pool play (Friday & Saturday) with the TOP (2) teams from each pool going to Single elimination finals on Sunday July 9th. All Games to be held in Redlands Ca. (60 miles east of Los Angeles). (99 summer tournament included teams for 4 states.) NO CLUB TEAMS For more information call Roger Tate (909) 307-3311 e-mail address coachbskt@earthlink.net    or call Jeff Padget (909) 390-1790

Palm Springs, CA: Annual Palm Springs Desert Resorts Boys Summer Basketball Classic
When: Early to Mid July Boys tournament for varsity and jv teams.  Guaranteed 4 games. For more info contact Sy Lenes at (760) 323-2849 or Randy Small (760-320-4737; email oct21@aol.com). We have been promised by our new administration that the AC WILL be working this year at full strength.

San Gabriel Valley, CA: San Gabriel Valley Matadors Summer Boys Junior Varsity Tournament
When: July 7-9, 2000  Where: San Gabriel Valley High School. Entry fee $140.00 (reduced fee of $345 for this tournament and the June Varsity Tournament--see above).   Guaranteed 3 games; summer league rules (6 fouls, 3 min overtime, running clock only last minute stop clock, CIF Officials). The first game of the tournament will not start on Friday until 1:00 p.m. to accomodate summer school schedules. Mail entries or request further info from
Jon Keller, head coach, San Gabriel High School, 801 S. Ramona St., San Gabriel, CA 91776.  Telephone (626) 308-2378, fax (626) 308-2332, or home phone (626) 286-0225; e-mail TheCoachK@aol.com

Carson, CA: Double Pump HS Boys' West Coast All Star Camp #2
When: July 11-14 at Cal State Dominguez Hills. NCAA Certified For further information contact Phil or Jan Bryant at Double Pump, Inc. You can reach Phil or Jan at 530-256-2862 or check out the Double Pump website at http://www.doublepump.com.

Long Beach, CA: Rim Rattler All West Camp
When: July 11-13 at Long Beach City College.  NCAA Certified For further information see the Fullcourt Press website, or contact Dinos Trigonis at  dinostrigonis@fullctpress.com.   Runs at same time as West Coast All-Stars #2.

Palm Springs, CA: Annual Palm Springs Desert Resorts Boys Summer Basketball Classic
When: Mid July  Boys tournament for varsity and jv teams.  Guaranteed 4 games. For more info contact Sy Lenes at (760) 323-2849 or Randy Small (760-320-4737; email oct21@aol.com). We have been promised by our new administration that the AC WILL be working this year at full strength.

Carson, CA: Double Pump JC Men's Discovery Shootout For Traveling Teams & Individuals
When: Mid July (TBA)  at Cal State Dominguez Hills. NCAA Certified For further information contact Phil or Jan Bryant at Double Pump, Inc. You can reach Phil or Jan at 530-256-2862 or check out the Double Pump website at http://www.doublepump.com. Runs concurrently with the adidas Big Time Las Vegas Tournament. 

Cathedral City, CA: Cathedral City HS Girls Varsity "Girls Summer Shootout In the Desert"
When: July 14, 15 & 16, 2000  at Cathedral City High School ...Cost $200 ...5-7 game guarantee... If interested you can contact Girls Head Coach Dan Johnson at djohnson@gateway.net or (760) 770-0100 Voice Mail# 316.
 

Carson, CA: adidas Double Pump Best Of Summer Tournament (HS Boys)
When: July 20-24, 2000  at Cal State Dominguez Hills. NCAA Certified Top Traveling teams from around the country play for college coaches. Tournament occurs the week following the adidas Las Vegas Big Time Tournament. For further information contact Phil or Jan Bryant at Double Pump, Inc. You can reach Phil or Jan at 530-256-2862 or check out the Double Pump website at http://www.doublepump.com. Runs concurrently with the Slam N Jam NIT. 

Los Angeles, CA: Annual Slam-n-Jam National Invitational Tournament
When: July 20-24, 2000 Boys Teams, Frosh, Soph, Junior & Senior Varsity H.S.. NCAA Certified Held at campus of California State University at Long Beach, and high schools in the Carson/Long Beach area. Attended by major college coaches, prep scouting services, and national traveling all star teams. Rated by major college coaches, high school coaches, prep scouting services and national participating all star teams as the single most competitive national HS and youth all star tournament in the USA. Contact: Issy Washington, 19621 Galway St., Carson, CA., (310) 532-0622. Runs concurrently with Double Pump Best of Summer.

San Diego, CA: Annual San Diego Jack In The Box Classic (Girls' Tournament)
When: Mid July Held in prior years at UCSD in the RIMAC center.   The entry fee for is approx $375 per team. This is not a "high school" girls' tournament (due to CIF regulations) but it is intended to be a tournament for girls who all attend the same high school on the same travel team (not for "all-star" teams). For further information, Contact Wade or Nancy Vickery @ (619) 448-9183, or e-mail to: wvickery@grossmont.k12.ca.us

Santa Barbara, CA: Snow Valley Basketball Camp, Session I
When: Last week July TBA Where: Westmont College, Santa Barbara, California. Top flight camp, featuring solid instruction and great competition among the elite players in SoCal.

Palm Springs, CA: Annual Palm Springs Desert Resorts Boys Summer Basketball Classic
When: Late July - Early August. Boys tournament for varsity and jv teams.  Guaranteed 4 games. For more info contact Sy Lenes at (760) 323-2849 or Randy Small (760-320-4737; email oct21@aol.com). We have been promised by our new administration that the AC WILL be working this year at full strength.

July NorCal Events

Berkeley, CA:   Oakland Slam N Jam & EBO Present the "Elite 8 Tournament"
When: July 29-31 in Berkeley. NCAA Certified. Location: Berkeley High School 2246 Milvia St. Berkeley, California.   Eight of the top travel teams from California--Pump N Run, Rockfish, Slam N Jam, EBO, Belmont Shore, Bay Area Ballers, Inland & one more. For additional information, contact information, call Calvin Andrews at 510-222-5916.

July Other States:  NCAA Certified Events, Youth tournaments

Check this link at the NCAA's Official site for a complete listing of all Summer Men's NCAA Certified Events.

Check this link at the NCAA's Official site for a complete listing of all Summer Women's NCAA Certified Events.

Indianapolis, IN: Nike All-American Camp
When: Early July Where: Indianapolis, Indiana. Nike and adidas invitational camps go head to head the same week.

Kearney, NE: 9th Annual Mr. Basketball Invitational Tournament
When: July 6-9, 2000  Where: Kearney, Nebraska. For boys' teams, with prep eligibility. For further information, contact Doug Koster, (308) 237-4012, or visit the Mr. Basketball Website. Tournament Entry information can be obtained here. The event will feature 32 high school all-star teams from 15-25 states. The field will include a large number of 17 & Under AAU national qualifiers, BCI national teams, and other top flight teams. All games played in the 6,500 seat - air conditioned Health & Sports Center at UNK. Guarantee 5 games. Pool play July 6-7; seeded tournament July 8-9. Two-16 minute halves, stop-clock. No restrictions on subs or defenses. All players must have one year or more of high school eligibility remaining after the tournament ends. Fee $450. Contact Doug Koster Mr. Basketball, Inc., 5003 Avenue G,  Kearney, NE 68847. Phone: (308)-237-4012 Fax: (308)-237-4013.

Teaneck, NJ: adidas ABCD Camp
When: Early July Where: NCAA Certified Fairleigh Dickinson University, Teaneck, New Jersey.

Orlando, FL: Nike Orlando Showcase
When: Mid July Where: Orlando, Florida NCAA Certified

Coraopolis, PA: Five-Star Basketball Camp
When: Early July Where: NCAA Certified Coraopolis, Pennsylvania

Augusta, GA: Nike Peach Jam Tournament
When: Mid July Where: Augusta, GA. NCAA Certified Nike's answer to the adidas Big-Time tournament.

Louisville, KY: Derek Smith Shootout
When: Mid July Where: Louisville, Kentucky NCAA Certified

Louisville, KY: Kentucky Hoop Festival
When: Mid July Where: Louisville, Kentucky

Jackson, MS: Gerald Snider Basketball Showcase
When: Mid July Where: Millsaps College, Jackson, Missippi

Las Vegas, NV: adidas Big-Time Tournament
When: Mid July Where: Las Vegas, Nevada. NCAA Certified Played at 6 different sites, this is the largest high school and traveling team tournament in the country. Last year featured more than 250 teams. Biggest tournament of its kind, virtually every Division I college coach attends. Travel teams and very competitive high school teams.

New York, NY: ARC New York Roundball Riot
When: Mid July (TBA) A premier East Coast tournament for boys and girls teams of all ages will be held in the "Big Apple". For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411, or get up-to-date details at the ARC website, http://www.archoops.com.

Coraopolis, PA: Five-Star Basketball Camp
When: Mid July Where: Coraopolis, Pennsylvania NCAA Certified

Denton, TX: Denton Summer Shootout
When: Mid July Where:  Denton, Texas. The 1999 Denton Summer Shootout is a MAYB Regional basketball tournament to be held in Denton, Texas on July 16-18. Minimum 5 games, both boys and girls divisions, grades 5-12. For more info on MAYB email busy@southwind.net or phone 316.284.0354 For info on the Summer Shootout contact Stephen Martin, Director, Denton Summer Shootout via email at   argylewildcats@hotmail.com or go visit the Denton Shootout website at http://infosports.net/ysp/955.htm

Tempe, AZ: BCI Boys' Summer Prep Shootout--Larry Walker Memorial Tournament
When: Late July Where: Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona

Indianapolis, IN: Spiece Naptown Shootout
When: Late July Where: Indianapolis, Indiana

Bowling Green, OH: Bowling Green University All-American Camp
When: Late July Where: Bowling Green University, Bowling Green, Ohio

Columbus, OH: Bobby Kortsen Summer Shootout
When: Late July Where: Columbus, Ohio.

South Orange, NJ: Metro Classic Summer Basketball Tournament
When: Late July Where: Seton Hall University, 400 South Orange Avenue, South Orange, New Jersey 07079. Tel: (973) 761-9000

Las Vegas, NV: ARC-Slam-N-Jam Las Vegas Grand Finale
When: Late July  Following on the heels of the the nation's largest tournament, the adidas Las Vegas Big Time, the Grand Finale covers all the age brackets, including 10, 11, 12, 13 & 14, High School, traveling teams, boys & girls. Nine separate divisions, with boys teams of all ages, including high school varsity teams, along with growing girls divisions. More than 157 teams particpated last year. Three game guarantee. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. For more information, visit http://www.archoops.com.

Tulsa, OK: Converse Midwest Shootout Summer Jam
When: Late July Where: Oral Roberts University, Tulsa, OK. Prep/JUCO, Contact Greg Swaim (405) 377-HOOP for further information.

Coraopolis, PA: Five-Star Basketball Camp
When: Late July to Early August Where: Coraopolis, Pennsylvania

New Brunswick, Canada2000 Loyalist City Summerfest
When: 
July 14-16, 2000 @ Saint John, New Brunswick Canada on the campus of the University of New Brunswick, Saint John. The entry fee is $200 Canadian and you will be guaranteed 3 games. The age categories are Under 15, Under 17 and Under 19 males and females. We are looking for high caliber competition to prepare our Provincial Teams for National Championships. In past years, we have had teams from all over Canada as well as teams from Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont. If you have any questions or you require more information, please email me at td@basketball.nb.ca or phone 506-849-4667. Please check out our website at www.basketball.nb.ca. Jennifer Clark,  Technical Director - Basketball New Brunswick

August 2000
August SoCal Events:

Santa Barbara, CA: Snow Valley Basketball Camp, Session II
When: Early August, 1999 Where: Westmont College, Santa Barbara, California. Top flight camp, featuring solid instruction and great competition among the elite players in SoCal.

August Other States:

Las Vegas, NV: Annual Nike Summer Las Vegas Summer Classic
When:    Early August The Annual Las Vegas Summer Nike Classic features divisions for just about every age bracket:    Boys 11, 12, 13, 14 15 & Varsity; Girls 12 & under, 14 & under and Varsity.  All games will be played under high school rules (presumably Nevada rules, which is 20 minute halves, stop clock, etc). For further information contact either Mae Fisher or Pat Inch at (702)646-4894 or (702)878-0915, Fax: (702)646-4831 or
Email: mzfish@earthlink.net or visit the official tournament website at http://www.lvclassics.com.    Fee is $395.00 per team, plus a $100 fee per team (for a performance bond) and an additional $6.00 per player for insurance. Registration must be sent by July 20. Entries sent after July 20 will be subject to an additional $25.00 surcharge (i.e., $420 to register).

Various Cities: JCC 2000 Maccabi Youth Games.
When: August 13-21, 1999. The JCC Maccabi Games will be held at three locations and will feature some of the top 13-14 and 15-16 (high school) basketball players in the country. For further information visit the JCC Maccabi website at http://www.jccmaccabi.org.

September 2000
September SoCal Events:

Torrance, CA: 4 "D" Stars Labor Day Tournament
When: Early Sept. High School, JV & Varsity, Boys 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. Girls 5th & 6th, 7th & 8th grades, and varsity. Held at various South Bay High Schools. For further information contact Renaldo Henry-Ala at P.O. Box 5023, Torrance, CA 90510. Phone (310) 326-3060, fax (310) 326-3062. Or check the 4 "D" Website at http://www.4dbasketball.com.

Costa Mesa, CA: ARC Orange County Labor Day King of the Court Tournament.
When: Early Sept.  Costa Mesa Area. Teams from the SF Valley, Riverside, San Diego, and Orange County scheduled to appear. Call for list of teams and tournament info. 714-549-2622. $195.00 per team, 3 game guarantee (reductions for teams from same organization);
Ages: Boys 10u - 14u; Girls 11u, 12u

Irvine, CA: On2Hoop's Future Stars Back To School Bash
When: Early September.  At Irvine University HS. The tournament will feature (6) divisions in boys and girls pool play. All teams will receive 4 games with a tournament cost of $250.00.  We expect to have some of the top teams in Southern California. Their are limited amount of spots per division so please act quickly to secure a spot. Divisions are boys 12's, 14's, and all-star travel, and girls 11's, 13's, and all-star travel. You can call for a entry form @ 760-726-4183 or e-mail On2hoop@aol.com.

Beach Cities (LA), CA: Beach Cities Basketball Club Tournament
When: Early September (TBA) Beach Cities Basketball Club will be hosting a tournament for 10-U through 17-U boys teams.Teams will play a minimum of three games (usually this turns out to be four) for $250. Inquiries can be faxed to (310) 374-4019
.

Long Beach, CA: Annual Long Beach Fall Hoops Classic
When: Early September. At Long Beach City College. Top tournament open to high school and club teams who pay entry fee of $400.00. Submit rosters, fees and related materials to Dinos Trigonis at Belmont Shore Basketball. Contact: Dinos Trigonis/Fall Hoops Classic 3104 Theresa Street, Long Beach, CA 90814, (562) 984-8355, Voice Mail (310) 669-2307 or check the Fullcourt Press website for further information.  

Los Angeles, CA: ARC Instructional Academy Fall Session
When: September through November. The ARC Fall League, for boys and girls in grades 1-8, will be conducted locally at six locations: North Hollywood High School, Poly High School in Sun Valley, Pierce College, Taft High School in Woodland Hills, Monroe High School in North Hills, and Burbank High School. Play will commence late September run through mid November. There will be boys divisions for 14u/8th, 13u/7th, 12u/6th, 11u/5th, 10u/4th, and 9u, 8u, 7u, 6u/3rd, 2nd, 1st, K. Age is based on 9/1/00. Cost per team will be $950. Girls divisions will include 13u/8th, 12u/7th, 11u/6th, 10u/5th, and the cost per team will be $750. Age is based on 1/1/00. Only cashier’s checks, money orders, or cash will be accepted. Entry fees are due by September 11, 1999. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information.

Los Angeles: Annual Girls Youth Fall Basketball League "
When: September through October. Sponsored by NIKE, league will be held at will be held Lynwood High School, 4050 East Imperial Hwy. Fee: $300 per team;  $ 75 per individual. High School Division {Elite & Regular} and also Junior High School Division. Some of the top teams in Southern California will be in attendance. For more information please call (323) 691-8003

Torrance, CA: 4 "D" Stars Fall Developmental League
When: September through November. High School, JV & Varsity, Boys 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. Girls 5th & 6th, 7th & 8th grades, and varsity. games played at Leuzinger & South Bay High Schools. Boys: $550.00 per team; Girls: $425.00 per team. Games are played in 20 minute halves, running clock, and clock stops only in last 2 minutes of the game but only if there is less than a 10 point lead; 2 timeouts per half, no carryover.  For further information contact Renaldo Henry-Ala at P.O. Box 5023, Torrance, CA 90510. Phone (310) 326-3060, fax (310) 326-3062. Or check the 4 "D" Website at http://www.4dbasketball.com.

Long Beach/Los Angeles: FullCourt Press Fall Showcase
When: Mid September (TBA)   The Fullcourt Press Fall Showcase will be held at Long Beach City College, and will showcase some of the best players in Southern California, and promises to attract college coaches and scouts from throughout the country. The event will consist of five separate games including a Sophomore Game (4:00 p.m.), Junior Game (5:30 p.m.) two Senior Games (7:00 and 8:30 p.m.) and a JC Game (10:00 p.m.). For further information contact Dinos Trigonis 3122 Theresa Street #1, Long Beach, CA 90814.  (562) 984-8355, or visit the Fullcourt Press website for further information.

Los Angeles: adidas Double Pump "Fall Pump Premier" Tournament
When: Late September (TBA)    At Cal State Dominguez Hills.  52 teams, 3 Game Guarantee, 6 games possible. Championship and Consolation Brackets.  $400 Entry fee.  National HS Rules.   The tournament will feature a single bracket with first game winners advancing to the Championship Bracket and first game losers going on to the Consolation Bracket. Three game guarantee for all teams.  For further information contact Double Pump, Inc., 530-256-2862, or mail your entry to the Double Pump Westwood office at P.O. Box 650, Westwood, CA 96137. Additional information located at Double Pump's website.

Orange County/Fullerton: Southern California Fall Junior College Showcase
When: Late September (TBA).   At Fullerton College, Fullerton, CA.  20 teams. Top teams only.  Games start at 10:00 a.m. daily and continue. For further information contact Dieter Horton, 714-992-7395.
   

Los Angeles, CA: ARC Future Stars High School JV & Varsity Fall Leagues
When: Late September through Mid November.
For grades 9-12. On-site tournament at end of 5 week session of league play. Winners at each site will advance to a regional playoff in order to determine the fall league championship. Played at three locations, North Hollywood High School, Camarillo High School, and Nogales High School. . Registration at North Hollywood, Sunday, September 20 for Boys Varsity and JV and Girls Varsity and JV at 10:00 A.M.; Registration at Camarillo High School on Sunday, September 20 for Boys Varsity and JV and Girls Varsity and JV at 4:00 P.M; and at Nogales High School on Tuesday, September 22 for Boys Varsity and JV and Girls Varsity and JV at 7:00 P.M. Players can join the league as part of a team, or register individually. No limit to the number of players per school who may play on the same team. Cost per team $485 for 10 players; each additional player $48.50. Payment in cash, cashier’s check or money order, payable to "ARC." Teams may use uniforms from previous ARC leagues, or other uniforms, as long as the school name is not on the practice uniform (to comply with CIF rules). Uniforms are available at $10 a set (reversible jersey and shorts) for poly-cotton, or $20 a set for mesh. Play begins one week after registration. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information. The Valley locations, (North Hollywood, Poly, Pierce College, Taft) are limited to 16 Boys Varsity teams, 16 Boys JV teams, 8 Girls Varsity Teams, and 8 Girls JV teams.

September NorCal Events:

Sacramento: River City Roundball Extravaganza
When: Late September (TBA) . Sponsored by Sacramento Sports& Education Association. All teams guaranteed 3 games; Awards to First & Second place finishers. $175.00 per team Contact: Kevin Johnson (916) 393-40320r Fx (916) 393-4032or (916) 328-7492.  All games have certified High school officials. High School Rules Apply.

Oakland, CA; Pleasanton, CA; Menlo Park, CA: ARC Instructional Academy Fall Session
When: Early September--Registration;  League Play Late September through November. Same great instructional leagues and academies as in SoCal. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information. For specific information at specific sites in NorCal: Oakland - Rick Goodman, at rdom3@aol.com, or phone (800) 590-7983; Pleasanton - Rick Goodman at rdom3@aol.com or phone at (800) 590-7983; Menlo Park - Ramon Bustos, at arc4hoops@aol.com or phone at (650) 692-3628.

September Other States:

Arizona: Insight.com Bowl Arizona Stars Tournament
When: Mid to Late September (TBA) Sponsored by Nike, Arizona Stars. 9U-Senior Boys, 10U-Senior Girls. Tournament Entry Fee for AAU members is $300 per team payable to Arizona Stars. Tucson, Arizona at the McKale Center, Bear Down Gym & other local High School facilities. Teams must register by early September. Teams will not be permitted to play if not registered. Registration and information can be obtained at: http://www.azstars.org. Team Rosters may not have more than 15 players. All players and coaches must be a current member of the AAU to participate in a sanctioned event. Every team must have a club/team membership for the current year. We will send the forms and handbooks upon request. Contact the Arizona Boys AAU at (602) 379-7505 or (480) 893-7618. Current individual membership cards (exp. 9/1/2000) are twelve dollars for players and fourteen for coaches and are multi-sport. This entitles the individual to accident and general liability insurance. Team/club membership is thirty dollars. Contact the Arizona Girls Girls AAU, Debbie Molton, at (602) 706-6454
.

Las Vegas, NV: ARC Instructional Academy Fall Session
When: Continuing through Mid November. Same great instructional leagues and academies as in SoCal. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information. For information specific to Las Vegas contact: ARC Gym Rats - Mike Saca, coachsaca@aol.com or phone (702) 256-6184.

September NorCal Events:

Sacramento: Thanksgiving Classic "Nothing But Net
When: November 13-15. Sponsored by Sacramento Sports& Education Association. All teams guaranteed 3 games; Awards to First & Second place finishers. $175.00 per team Contact: Kevin Johnson (916) 393-40320r Fx (916) 393-4032or (916) 328-7492.  All games have certified High school officials. High School Rules Apply.

Oakland, CA; Pleasanton, CA; Menlo Park, CA: ARC Instructional Academy Fall Session
When: Continuing League Play through November 21. Same great instructional leagues and academies as in SoCal. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information. For specific information at specific sites in NorCal: Oakland - Rick Goodman, at rdom3@aol.com, or phone (800) 590-7983; Pleasanton - Rick Goodman at rdom3@aol.com or phone at (800) 590-7983; Menlo Park - Ramon Bustos, at arc4hoops@aol.com or phone at (650) 692-3628.

September Other States:

Las Vegas, NV: ARC Instructional Academy Fall Session
When: Continuing through November 15. Same great instructional leagues and academies as in SoCal. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information. For information specific to Las Vegas contact: ARC Gym Rats - Mike Saca, coachsaca@aol.com or phone (702) 256-6184.

October 2000
October SoCal Events:

Los Angeles, CA: ARC Instructional Academy Fall Session
When: Continuing--League Play September -November The ARC Fall League, for boys and girls in grades 1-8, will be conducted locally at six locations: North Hollywood High School, Poly High School in Sun Valley, Pierce College, Taft High School in Woodland Hills, Monroe High School in North Hills, and Burbank High School. Play will commence on Sunday, September 26, 1999 and run through November 21, 1999. There will be boys divisions for 14u/8th, 13u/7th, 12u/6th, 11u/5th, 10u/4th, and 9u, 8u, 7u, 6u/3rd, 2nd, 1st, K. Age is based on 9/1/00. Cost per team will be $950. Girls divisions will include 13u/8th, 12u/7th, 11u/6th, 10u/5th, and the cost per team will be $750. Age is based on 1/1/00. Only cashier’s checks, money orders, or cash will be accepted. Entry fees are due by September 11, 1999. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information.

Los Angeles, CA: ARC Future Stars High School JV & Varsity Fall Leagues
When: Continuing--through Mid Nov. Players can join the league as part of a team, or register individually. No limit to the number of players per school who may play on the same team. Cost per team $485 for 10 players; each additional player $48.50. Payment in cash, cashier’s check or money order, payable to "ARC." Teams may use uniforms from previous ARC leagues, or other uniforms, as long as the school name is not on the practice uniform (to comply with CIF rules). Uniforms are available at $10 a set (reversible jersey and shorts) for poly-cotton, or $20 a set for mesh. Play begins one week after registration. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information. The Valley locations, (North Hollywood, Poly, Pierce College, Taft) are limited to 16 Boys Varsity teams, 16 Boys JV teams, 8 Girls Varsity Teams, and 8 Girls JV teams.

Beach Cities (LA), CA: Beach Cities Basketball Club Tournament
When: Early October Beach Cities Basketball Club will be hosting a tournament for 10-U through 17-U boys teams.Teams will play a minimum of three games (usually this turns out to be four) for $275. Inquiries can be faxed to (310) 374-4019
. For futher information call (310) 374-6623 or e-mail docbrown@beachnet.gen.ca.us  

Beach Cities (LA), CA: Beach Cities Basketball Club Tournament
When: Mid October Beach Cities Basketball Club will be hosting a tournament for 10-U through 17-U boys teams.Teams will play a minimum of
Steve Brown at (310) 374-4019 (fax) or e-mail docbrown@beachnet.gen.ca.us

Inland Empire, CA: RC Bulls Youth Basketball Fall Classic
When: Mid October RC Bulls Youth Basketball will be hosting its first Fall Classic Tournament October 16 & 17, 1999, for the following age groups, 14u boys, 13u boys, 11u boys & 12u girls. Team will play a minimum of three games for $250.00. Deadline for registration is October 1, 1999 Team trophies will go to first, second, third & consolation and individual trophies to first & second place. AAU Rules apply: Everyone knows for boys September 1, 1999 each team goes up one age bracket, so if a player is playing at the 13u level that player can not turn 14 before September 1, 2000, birth certificates/school verifications will be strictly enforced.... For additional information please contact Ron Austin at (909) 931-0173

Los Angeles, CA: Annual Girls Youth Fall Basketball League "
When: Continuing through November. Sponsored by NIKE, league will be held at will be held Lynwood High School, 4050 East Imperial Hwy. Fee: $300 per team;  $ 75 per individual. High School Division {Elite & Regular} and also Junior High School Division. Some of the top teams in Southern California will be in attendance. For more information please call (323) 691-8003

Torrance, CA: 4 "D" Stars Fall Developmental League
When: Continuing--through Mid November High School, JV & Varsity, Boys 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. Girls 5th & 6th, 7th & 8th grades, and varsity. games played at Leuzinger & South Bay High Schools. Boys: $550.00 per team; Girls: $425.00 per team. Games are played in 20 minute halves, running clock, and clock stops only in last 2 minutes of the game but only if there is less than a 10 point lead; 2 timeouts per half, no carryover.  For further information contact Renaldo Henry-Ala at P.O. Box 5023, Torrance, CA 90510. Phone (310) 326-3060, fax (310) 326-3062. Or check the 4 "D" Website at http://www.4dbasketball.com.

Los Angeles, CA: Slam-N-Jam Super Frosh-Soph Tournament.
When:
October (TBA)  at Compton and Carson Highs, Slam-N-Jam will host. Pool play and Championship brackets. Call Issy Washington for details (310) 532-0622.

Santa Maria, CA: North v. South Invitational Tournament
When:
Mid October. Tournament for boys & girls, grades 5-8 (14-U, 13-U, 12-U, 11-U). Separate divisions for Boys 7th grade; Boys 8th grade; Girls 5th & 6th grades; Girls 7th grade; Girls 8th grade. $150 entry; 3 game guarantee. Other events throughout the weekend for players and coaches. For further information contact Joe Davila, 5938 Oakhill Dr., Santa Maria, CA., or call (805) 937-9339.

Tracy, CA: Preseason Fall Classic
When:
Mid October. Tournament for boys grades 7 & 8. Held at Tracy High School, Tracy, CA. 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Place Team Trophies, 1st Place Individual, MVP, 5 All Tourney Trophies per Division. For more information or registration, contact Matt Scarlata, 326 W. 23rd St., Tracy, CA., (209) 833-1744. KScrlata@aol.com.

Glendora, CA: Citrus College Fall Classic
When:
Late October. Tournament for boys ages 12-14, middle school players. Games are held at Citrus College and Azusa Pacific University. 3 game guarantee, $245 per team. First 8 entries per age group. For further information or registration contact Gary Boyer, P O Box 519, Glendora, CA., (818) 914-0638 gboyer913@aol.com.

October NorCal Events:

Oakland, CA; Pleasanton, CA; Menlo Park, CA: ARC Instructional Academy Fall Session
When: Continuing League Play through November 21. Same great instructional leagues and academies as in SoCal. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information. For specific information at specific sites in NorCal: Oakland - Rick Goodman, at rdom3@aol.com, or phone (800) 590-7983; Pleasanton - Rick Goodman at rdom3@aol.com or phone at (800) 590-7983; Menlo Park - Ramon Bustos, at arc4hoops@aol.com or phone at (650) 692-3628.

Sacramento: Best In the West Super Showcase Classic
When: Late October Sponsored by Sacramento Sports& Education Association. All teams guaranteed 3 games; Awards to First & Second place finishers. $175.00 per team Contact: Kevin Johnson (916) 393-40320r Fx (916) 393-4032or (916) 328-7492.  All games have certified High school officials. High School Rules Apply.

East Bay: Annual Preseason Fall Classic For Boys 6th-8th Grade
When: Mid October Fee:$200 per team. 3 games guarented, 7 min stop clock quarters, 1st, 2nd, 3rd & consolation team trophies, 1st place trophies. A.A.U. & High School Rules. Contact Matt Scarlata 209-833-1744, Fax 209-835-8312, e-mail hoops4us@pacbell.net

Oakland, CA: Fall Shootout
When: Late October Boys & Girls Games are played in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. Entry fee is $225 per team, which guarantees 3 games. Boys: 6-7-8-JV-Varsity. Girls: 7-8-JV-Varsity. For further information or for registration materials, contact Gary DiGrazia, PO Box 20956, Castro Valley, CA., or call (510) 582-6563.

Modesto, CA: Jump Into Fall Basketball Tournament
When: Late October Boys & Girls tournament for ages 12-16. Team and individual awards for champions in each division. Entry fee $225 per team. For further information contact Bobby Cole, 819 W. Roseburg #112, Modesto, CA., (209) 529-6770.

Oakland, CA: End Of Season Fall Tournament
When: Late October. Boys: Grades 5, 6, 7, and 8. Girls grades 5, 6, 7, and 8. Games are played in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. Entry fee is $200 per team, 3 game guarantee. For further information or for registration materials, contact Gary DiGrazia, PO Box 20956, Castro Valley, CA., or call (510) 582-6563.

October Other States:

Las Vegas, NV: ARC Instructional Academy Fall Session
When: Continuing through November 15. Same great instructional leagues and academies as in SoCal. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information. For information specific to Las Vegas contact: ARC Gym Rats - Mike Saca, coachsaca@aol.com or phone (702) 256-6184.

November 2000
November SoCal Events:

Los Angeles, CA: ARC Instructional Academy Fall Session
When: Continuing--League Play September -November. The ARC Fall League, for boys and girls in grades 1-8, will be conducted locally at six locations: North Hollywood High School, Poly High School in Sun Valley, Pierce College, Taft High School in Woodland Hills, Monroe High School in North Hills, and Burbank High School.  There will be boys divisions for 14u/8th, 13u/7th, 12u/6th, 11u/5th, 10u/4th, and 9u, 8u, 7u, 6u/3rd, 2nd, 1st, K. Age is based on 9/1/00. Cost per team will be $950. Girls divisions will include 13u/8th, 12u/7th, 11u/6th, 10u/5th, and the cost per team will be $750. Age is based on 1/1/00. Only cashier’s checks, money orders, or cash will be accepted. Entry fees are due by September 11, 1999. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information.

Los Angeles, CA: ARC Future Stars High School JV & Varsity Fall Leagues
When: Continuing-- through Nov. 15.
For grades 9-12. On-site tournament at end of 5 week session of league play. Winners at each site will advance to a regional playoff in order to determine the fall league championship.  Players can join the league as part of a team, or register individually. No limit to the number of players per school who may play on the same team. Cost per team $485 for 10 players; each additional player $48.50. Payment in cash, cashier’s check or money order, payable to "ARC." Teams may use uniforms from previous ARC leagues, or other uniforms, as long as the school name is not on the practice uniform (to comply with CIF rules). Uniforms are available at $10 a set (reversible jersey and shorts) for poly-cotton, or $20 a set for mesh. Play begins one week after registration. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information. The Valley locations, (North Hollywood, Poly, Pierce College, Taft) are limited to 16 Boys Varsity teams, 16 Boys JV teams, 8 Girls Varsity Teams, and 8 Girls JV teams.

Torrance, CA: 4 "D" Stars Fall Developmental League
When: Continuing--through November High School, JV & Varsity, Boys 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. Girls 5th & 6th, 7th & 8th grades, and varsity. games played at Leuzinger & South Bay High Schools. Boys: $550.00 per team; Girls: $425.00 per team. Games are played in 20 minute halves, running clock, and clock stops only in last 2 minutes of the game but only if there is less than a 10 point lead; 2 timeouts per half, no carryover.  For further information contact Renaldo Henry-Ala at P.O. Box 5023, Torrance, CA 90510. Phone (310) 326-3060, fax (310) 326-3062. Or check the 4 "D" Website at http://www.4dbasketball.com.

Beach Cities (LA): Beach Cities Basketball Club Tournament
When: Early November . Beach Cities Basketball Club will be hosting a tournament for 10-U through 17-U boys teams.Teams will play a minimum of three games (usually this turns out to be four) for $250. Inquiries can be faxed to (310) 374-4019
.

Pomona, CA: Annual Cal Poly Pomona Junior Basketball Tournament
When: Early November Cal Poly Pomona Kellog Gym and Darlene May Gym. 3801 West Temple Ave, Pomona, CA 91768. $175.00 per team. Entry fee includes a minimum of 3 games. Please mail non-refundable $100.00 deposit check to Tournament Director. (This ensures your spot in the bracket) Entry is on a first come basis. Please make checks payable to CAL POLY POMONA WOMEN’S BASKETBALL. Note: Deposit checks received after bracket is full, will be returned. TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR: Paul B. Thomas, Head Women’s Basketball Coach,  Cal Poly Pomona 909 869-2824 (Office) 909 629-1385 (Home) FORMAT: Eight, twelve, or sixteen teams will be in each bracket. All teams guaranteed three games. Each bracket will have a Consolation, 3rd Place, and Championship game. Bracket 2-G 5th and 6th grade girls. Bracket 2-B 5th and 6th grade boys. Bracket 3-G 7th and 8th grade girls. Bracket 3-B 7th and 8th grade boys.

Yorba Linda: Yorba Linda Wildcats Tournament
When: Mid November   This is a 5th-8th grade tournament for boys and girls. AAU, NJB, Allnet, Traveling teams and club teams invited to participate. Team fee is $220, 3 game minimum. AAU rules apply. For more info call 714-865-2083 or 714-692-9550.

San Bernardino, CA: Inland Basketball Tournament
When: Early Nov.
Tournament for traveling teams and All-Net/NJB recreational teams. Boys only, grades 5-8. Separate divisions for traveling all-star teams and All-Net all-star teams. Entry fee of $250 per team. For further information contact Joe Keller, Southern California Basketball, 8743 Magnolia Bldg. A10, Riverside, CA., (909) 352-2939

Costa Mesa, CA: YBOA Tip Off Classic
When: Early Nov.
Tournament for boys & girls teams, grades 6-8. Games are played at various locations in Costa Mesa and Irvine, CA. Pool play with three game guarantee. Approximately 40-50 teams will participate. $165 entry fee. Contact Dave Elliott, 19481 Sierra Lago, Irvine, CA., (714) 854-8184.

Orange County, CA: NJB Halloween Classic
When:
Early Nov. Featuring Boys and Girls Teams, Ages 11-14. Games played in Orange and Villa Park. Contact: Bob Chenowith, (714) 974-2290

Los Angeles/Gardena, CA: Gardena All-Star Tournament
When:
Early Nov. For boys and girls 9U, 10U, 11U, 12U, 13U and 14U. Played at various gyms in Gardena. Contact Phyllis (310) 217-1842 or Jamal (310) 361-2951

Ventura, CA: Ventura Holiday Invitational
When:
Early November. For Boys 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grades, and Girls 7th and 8th grades. Played in the Ventura area. For more information contact Chip Tarleton (805) 641-3484

Pomona, CA: Cal Poly Pomona Junior Basketball Tournament
When:
Second Week in November. For Boys & Girls, Grades 5-8. Entry fee $175.00 per team. 3 games guarantee. Held in Kellogg Gymnasium on the campus of Cal Poly Pomona. Eight, twelve, or sixteen teams will be in each bracket. Contact Paul B. Thomas, Cal Poly Pomona, 3801 West Temple Ave., Pomona, CA., (909) 869-2824

Anaheim, CA: The John Wooden Classic Invitational
When:
Late November--high school tournament; November 27 College Classic.
Games will be played at the Pond in Anaheim. No details on the high school matchups yet (as of Sept. 2) but check the John Wooden Classic website for further information.

Los Angeles, CA: Annual 4 D Stars Thanksgiving Tournament
When: Late November (usually Thanksgiving Weekend). At South Bay High Schools. A completed registration fee and roster must be sent, there will be no verbal entries. AAU & Club Teams, Boys Ages 9-14; Girls 5th/6th grade, 7th/8th grade brackets. Entry fee: $325.00 for all levels. Three Game Guarantee. Individual and Team Awards. Contact: Reinaldo Henry, P.O. Box 5023, Torrance, CA, (310) 320-1346

Los Angeles, CA: Slam-n-Jam Early Bird Classic
When: Thanksgiving Weekend (usually). Boys and Girls Club Teams. Boys 10, 11, 12, 13 & 14. Girls 5th & 6th, 7th & 8th grades. Games are played in the Carson/Torrance area. Boys division: $295 entry fee, 3 game minimum. Separate divisions for grades 4-8. Girls division: $295 entry fee, 3 game minimum. This is one of the oldest traveling all star team tournaments in California. Contact: Issy Washington, 19621 Galway St., Carson, CA., (310) 532-0622

November NorCal Events:

Sacramento: Thanksgiving Classic "Nothing But Net
When: Mid November Sponsored by Sacramento Sports& Education Association. All teams guaranteed 3 games; Awards to First & Second place finishers. $175.00 per team Contact: Kevin Johnson (916) 393-40320r Fx (916) 393-4032or (916) 328-7492.  All games have certified High school officials. High School Rules Apply.

Oakland, CA: East Oakland Youth Development Center Boys' Tournament
When: Late November The East Oakland Youth Development Center is hosting a 10/u Boys Tournament. Entry fee is $175.00. Each team is guaranteed three games. First and second place finishers will receive team trophies. Also, there will be All-Tournament trophies as well as a MVP award. For more information please contact Kwaume Nitoto at (510) 569-8088 or fax (510)632-6942
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Oakland, CA; Pleasanton, CA; Menlo Park, CA: ARC Instructional Academy Fall Session
When: Continuing League Play through November. Same great instructional leagues and academies as in SoCal. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information. For specific information at specific sites in NorCal: Oakland - Rick Goodman, at rdom3@aol.com, or phone (800) 590-7983; Pleasanton - Rick Goodman at rdom3@aol.com or phone at (800) 590-7983; Menlo Park - Ramon Bustos, at arc4hoops@aol.com or phone at (650) 692-3628.

November Other States:

Las Vegas, NV: ARC Instructional Academy Fall Session
When: Continuing through November Same great instructional leagues and academies as in SoCal. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information. For information specific to Las Vegas contact: ARC Gym Rats - Mike Saca, coachsaca@aol.com or phone (702) 256-6184.

December 2000
December SoCal Events:

Los Angeles, CA: ARC Instructional Academy Winter Session
When: Early December 5--Registration; League Play begins January through March.   Learn the fundamentals from current and former high school coaches. Develop the skills to become a top high school player. Traveling teams will be formed. Any team can enter league competition. ARC division tournament for all teams after completion of league play, plus eventual regional and national tournaments. Former ARC players include NBA Stars: Jason Kidd, Shawn Kemp, Byron Scott, Don MacLean, Trevor Wilson, Tracy Murray, Mitchell Butler, Chris Mills, Sean Higgins, Steve Kerr, Sean Rooks, Tom Hammonds, Dwayne Schintzius, Ronnie Grandison, Darrick Martin, and James Cotton. Games and league play at North Hollywood High, Pierce College in Woodland Hills, various schools in Burbank, Olive Rec Center, and now in Orange County. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information.

Redondo Beach/Los Angeles, CA: Annual Pacific Shores Tournament
When: First Week Dec at Redondo and Mira Costa High Schools. Last year's tournament featured some top teams in SoCal, including Redondo, Fairfax, Serra, Long Beach Jordan, and others. Pool play at both schools, finals at Redondo High School. Call Coach Jim Nielsen at Redondo for information (310) 798-8665 ext. 2047.

Los Angeles, CA: Annual Reebok-Compton Prep Tip-Off Classic
When: Late November-Early Dec. at Compton College. Invitational tournament only. High School teams from around SoCal, featuring the top teams and college prospects.

Oxnard-Ventura, CA: Gold Coast Classic (Girls' Varsity)
When: Early December. Hosted by Rio Mesa (Oxnard) and San Marcos (Santa Barbara) High Schools. One of the best early season girl's basketball tournaments in CIF-SS. For more information, contact Aaron Solis at San Marcos High School (805) 967-4581, or email: LdyRylHoop@aol.com

Los Angeles/Simi Valley, CA: Annual Simi Valley Basketball Tip Off Classic
When: Early December. Last year's tournament was held at both Simi and Camarillo Highs for the pool play; finals were at Simi. Invitational only. For entry information, contact Simi Valley High Coach Dean Bradshaw.

Los Angeles/Cerritos, CA: Annual Gahr-Cerritos Basketball Tournament
When: Early December This tournament will be held at both Gahr and Cerritos Highs for the pool play; finals will be at Gahr. Invitational.

Montebello, CA: Annual Montebello Golden State Basketball Tournament
When: (tentative) Early December Boys 14U Tournament. $225 per team ($100 nonrefundable deposit). 3 game guarantee. First 8 teams will be guaranteed a spot. All Games will be played under C.I.F. rules. For further information contact Dave Gomez P.O. Box 1783, Montebello, CA., (213) 721-2829.

Santa Monica, CA: Annual St. Monica Classic
When: Early Dec.Location: St. Monica's (Not Santa Monica High, which is a different school). For further information, contact St. Monica Coach Scott McDowell.

Nordhoff-(Moorpark-Ojai-Santa Paula), CA: Nordhoff Boys Basketball Tournament
When: Early Dec. Location: Nordhoff High School. Teams will be mostly from the Frontier League (host Nordhoff), the Channel League (Channel Islands, Hueneme), Tri-Valley League (Fillmore), and Condor League (Thacher), and others. Contact Nordhoff High for times and location.

Thousand Oaks, CA: Annual Thousand Oaks Rotary Invitational
When: Early Dec. Location: T.O. High School. Last year's teams were Harvard-Westlake, Grant (LA), Thousand Oaks (varsity and jv), Oak Park, Dos Pueblos, Newbury Park. Prior tournament schedules here.

Westlake Village, CA: The Westlake Boys Basketball Tournament
When: Early Dec. Location: Westlake High School. Call Westlake High School for further information.

Huntington Beach, CA: Ocean View Tournament of Champions
When: Early Dec.Boys High School Varsity tournament, played at Ocean View High School, featuring some of the best teams in SoCal. Last year featured Compton and several other top teams. Sixteen team tournament with 4 game guarantee. Hospitality room for coaches, officials, and media. For further information call (714) 768-0787 x275.

San Bernardino, CA: Rialto-Eisenhower High School Tip-Off Tournament
When: Mid Dec. Locations TBA. For details contact Rob Williams, Rialto A.D. at 909-421-7500 (ext. 613) or Marty Sipe, boys' basketball coach at 909-421-7500 (ext. 687) at Rialto High School.

Oxnard-Ventura, CA: The Channel Islands High School Basketball Tournament
When: Mid Dec. Location: Channel Islands High School, Ventura, CA. Call Westlake High School for further information.

Fillmore-Moorpark, CA: The Fillmore High School Basketball Tournament
When: Mid Dec. Location: Fillmore High School.

Los Angeles/West Hills, CA: 2nd Annual Chaminade Christmas Classic
When: Mid Dec.,The Chaminade Christmas Classic is held at Chaminade College Prep, and it is for Boys Varsity teams. There is a three game guarantee, with awards for the champion, second place and the consolation champion, as well as individual awards for all tournament, best three point shooter, and the player with the most hustle. For further info contact Coach Jeff Young: jcoach24@aol.com

Redondo Beach/Los Angeles: Redondo Union Annual Sea Hawk Classic
When: Mid Dec. at Redondo Beach Union High School. If you are a high school coach looking for summer tournaments, or a Christmas tournament Dec. 19-23, please e-mail coachjoe.gte.net with your phone & fax #'s and I will be happy to send you the information. Briefly, the December tournament is the 6th Annual Sea Hawk Classic in Redondo Beach, CA. It is a 4-level tournament with a 3-game guarantee at the Frosh, Soph, & JV levels and a 4-game guarantee at the Varsity level.

Los Angeles, CA: Washington High-Pacific Open Tourney
When: Mid Dec. 1999. Where: Washington High School, Los Angeles.

Los Angeles/Chino Hills, CA: Ayala Dogfight Tournament
When: Mid Dec. Takes place at Ruben S. Ayala High School is located at 14255 Peyton Drive, Chino Hills. For further information call (714) 627-3584.

UC Santa Barbara, CA: EYC Pre-Christmas Tournament
When: Mid Dec. (Sat-Sun). For boys 5th , 6th, 7th and 8th grades. Played at UCSB. For further information contact Cliff Lambert at (805) 564-5495.

Ventura, CA: Ventura Holiday Invitational
When: Mid Dec. (Sat - Sun). For boys 5th , 6th, 7th, and 8th grades; girls 7th and 8th grades. Played in the Ventura area. For further information contact Chip Tarleton at (805) 641-3484.

Ventura, CA: Ventura High School Classic
When: Mid to Late Dec. At Ventura High School, featuring games between teams from Agoura, Buena High, Calabasas, Santa Clara, and Westlake Highs. For further information contact Ventura High School

San Diego, CA: San Diego Christmas Classic Boys' Tournament
When: December 17, 18, 20 & 21, 1999. 32 team High School boys tournament featuring some of the top teams in California and from around the country.  Entry fee of $325.00 per team, guarantee of 5 games. For further information, Contact Wade or Nancy Vickery @ (619) 448-9183, or e-mail to: wvickery@grossmont.k12.ca.us.

Colton, CA: Pass & Shoot Basketball & Kiwanis Christmas Tournament
When: Late December Pass & Shoot Basketball & the Kawanis Club of Colton are hosting a Christmans Tournament for High School Teams. At Colton High School. Four game guarantee.

Rancho Cucamonga, CA: Annual Alta Loma Braves Varsity Holiday Tournament
When
: Late December Sponsored by the Ontario Auto Center. Cost $200 per team. Traditional format, guarantee of three games, team trophies for First Place, Second Place & Consolation Champions, individual trophies for MVP (1) and All-Tournament Players (6) East Team will Receive 15 Tournament T-Shirts for Players & Coaches, hospitality room for coaches and staff. If your team is interested fax a request to (909)987-5587 or (909)941-0100. For more information call Bill Johnson at (909)944-5365 or Jim Roberts at (909)941-1122, or visit the Alta Loma High School Basketball website

Los Angeles, CA:  Annual 4"D" Stars /NJB Holiday Classic Basketball Tournament
When: Late Dec Boys Age: 10, 11, 12, 13, & 14. Girls: 5th & 6th Grade, 7th & 8th Grade; Played at South Bay High Schools. Hosted jointly by National Junior Basketball and 4 "D" All Stars. Completed Registration fee and rosters are due by December 8, 1997. First 16 teams per age group will be entered. In years past in addition to tournament competition, the event has featured 3-point contest, free-throw shoot-out, coaches dinner, and special gifts for each player. Cost: $275. Contact: Reinaldo Henry at (310) 320-1346, or Dennis Murphy, National Junior Basketball, 555 N. Parkcenter Dr. Suite 130, Santa Ana, CA., (714) 541-4450.

San Gabriel, CA: 2nd Annual San Gabriel Valley Matador Holiday Classic
When: December 26-29, 2000 Cost $325 per team. 12 team tournament. Traditional format, guarantee of four games. Great two-year old state of the art gym facility.   Trophies for First Place, Second Place, Third Place & Consolation Champions, individual plaques for MVP and All-Tournament Team. All teams  will tournament t-shirts
For more information please contact San Gabriel High Athletic Director Dick Guzman at (626) 308-2378, or contact Coach Jon Keller at (626) 308-2378 (school), (626) 286-0225 (home) or via e-mail at TheCoachK@aol.com

Santa Paula, CA: Santa Paula Christmas Tournament
When: Late Dec. At Santa Paula High School. Featuring games between teams from Santa Paula, Hueneme, Oak Park, Oxnard and others. For information contact Santa Paula High School.

Los Angeles. CA: La Salle-Temple Tip-Off Tournament
When: Late December. Hosted by La Salle High School and Temple High. Pool play at both gyms, Championship round at La Salle. For further information contact La Salle High School head coach Steve Goldstein.

Long Beach/Los Angeles: The Best in the West Tournament
When: Late Dec.at Long Beach City College. Last year the field was expanded to 36 teams. The Tournament is considered one of the most prestigious December prep tournaments in California. Last year the BIW's top four seeds were State Champion Westchester, CIF Semi-Finalist Long Beach Poly, CIF D-1 Finalists Artesia and Southern Section Semi Finalists Compton.

Los Angeles/Santa Clarita: 28th Annual Hart High Holiday Classic
When: Late Dec.at Hart High School, Santa Clarita, CA. For further information contact David Hamilton, Tournament Director, (805) 295-3000.

Santa Barbara, CA: The Santa Barbara Holiday Classic
When:
Late Dec. at Santa Barbara High School. The Dons will play host to teams from Thousand Oaks, Moorpark, Channel Islands, Dos Pueblos, and San Marcos. For further information contact Santa Barbara Coach Jeff Lavender.

Westminster, CA: The Boys' & Girls' Club of Westminster Holiday Classic
When:
Late Dec. Westminster, CA . This tournament is for Middle School teams, and Boys and Girls Clubs/Recreation Centers with comprable age groups; Boys grades 8 and ages 10-12 Two divisons featuring an all-tournament team and MVP selection. 1st throught 5th place team trophies. Double elimination through second round. Guaranteed two games. Tournament location is 14400 Chestnut Ave., Westminster CA 92683. $30 per team. 8 team maximum. Register early. Contact Eric Jensen, 16787 Beach Blvd. #468, Huntington Beach, CA (714) 565-4416 Email: FINN1086PI@aol.com

Agoura, CA: Agoura Boys' Soph-Frosh Tournament
When: Late December Agoura High School.  Teams needed to fill out this tournament. Fee=$200.00, 3 Game guarantee. For further information or to obtain entry, contact Bill Sanchez, (818) 889-1262

La Quinta, CA:   La Quinta Gamer Invitational Tournament
When: December 27-30, 2000 @ La Quinta HS. 8 Boy's Varsity Basketball Teams 4 game gaurantee Details at the La Quinta HS web site

San Fernando Valley, CA: ARC Annual Valley Christmas Clash
When: Late December LA Pierce College, Taft High School, Crespi High School. DIVISIONS: Boys: 14u/8th; 13u/7th; 12u/6th; 11u/5th; 10u/4th; 9u/3rd-   Based on 9/1/00.   Girls: 8th Grade/13u; 7th Grade/12u; 6th Grade/11u- Based on 1/1/00.  Special Discount Entry fees prior to December 1, 1999.  All Boys Division $325 ($375 after December 1, 1999).  All Girls Divisions, $200 ($250 After December 1, 1999). Four game guarantee. DEADLINE: Entry fees and rosters must be in by December 13, 1999- No Exceptions!.

December NorCal Events:

Sacramento: Boys' End of the Century Slam N Jam Classic
When: Mid December Sponsored by Sacramento Sports& Education Association. All teams guaranteed 3 games; Awards to First & Second place finishers. $175.00 per team Contact: Kevin Johnson (916) 393-40320r Fx (916) 393-4032or (916) 328-7492.  All games have certified High school officials. High School Rules Apply.

Sacramento: Girls' Middle School Only
When: Mid December Sponsored by Sacramento Sports& Education Association. All teams guaranteed 3 games; Awards to First & Second place finishers. $175.00 per team Contact: Kevin Johnson (916) 393-40320r Fx (916) 393-4032or (916) 328-7492.  All games have certified High school officials. High School Rules Apply.

Oakland, CA; Pleasanton, CA; Menlo Park, CA: ARC Instructional Academy Fall Session
When: Early December Registration; Play January through March. Same great instructional leagues and academies as in SoCal. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information. For specific information at specific sites in NorCal: Oakland - Rick Goodman, email at rdom3@aol.com, phone at (800) 590-7983; Pleasanton - Rick Goodman, email at rdom3@aol.com, phone at (800) 590-7983; Menlo Park - Ramon Bustos, email at arc4hoops@aol.com, phone at (650) 692-3628.

El Dorado Hills, CA: Marina Village Christmas Classic
When: First week in December Boys tournament for grades 7 and 8 (13-U, 14-U). Held at Marina Village School in El Dorado Hills (near Sacramento). Open to school teams. Entry fee $100, with 3 game guarantee. For further info contact Athletic Director, Marina Village School, 1901 Francisco Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA., (916) 933-3993.

San Francisco, CA: San Francisco Flame Tournament
When: First week in December Boys & Girls tournament for grades 6, 7 and 8 (12-U, 13-U, 14-U). Tournament is run by the San Francisco Fire Department. $100 entry fee, 2 game guarantee. More than 200 teams participating. For further information contact Roger Bross, San Francisco, CA., (415) 586-9600.

Daly City, CA: Tim McGillicuty Tournament
When: First & Second weeks in December Boys grades 5, 6, 7 and 8 (11-U, 12-U, 13-U, 14-U). Tourney is run by the Daly City Parks & Rec. Dept., hosting more than 100 teams. School teams only. Entry fee $75. 5th and 8th grade teams play in the first week, while 6th and 7th grade teams play the following week. For further information contact Steve Gerimoni, 111 Lake Merced Blvd., Daly City, CA., (415) 991-8003.

Sacramento, CA: NJB NorCal All-Net Christmas Tournament
When: second week in December Boys & Girls Grades 2 through 8. Tournament featuring between 36 and 40 teams. NJB qualifying event for NJB State Tournament in Orange County, played in July. Games at Consumnes River College, Jackman Middle School, and Valley High School. $150 per team. For further information contact Ray Hill, P.O. Box 245190 #109, Sacramento, CA., (916) 921-2775.

Sacramento, CA: Encina High School Sacramento Roundball Classic
When: second week in December Boys Varsity tournament. 8 team field with a three game guarantee. Team trophies are awarded for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 5th place teams. Individual trophies are awarded for the championship team players. Individual awards are also awarded for the all-tournament team and MVP. All players receive a T-shirt. Slam dunk and 3-point shooting contests are also featured. Cost is $165 per team. For further info, contact John Hightower, Encina High School, 1400 Bell St., Sacramento, CA., (916) 732-5028

Sacramento, CA: Encina High School Frosh Roundball Classic
When: Third week in December Boys Frosh teams. This tournament for freshman boys features an 8 team field with a three game guarantee. Team trophies are awarded for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 5th place teams. Individual trophies are awarded for the championship team players. Individual awards are also awarded for the all-tournament team and MVP. All players receive a T-shirt. Cost is $125 per team. For further information, contact John Hightower, Encina High School, 1400 Bell St., Sacramento, CA., (916) 732-5028.

December Other States:

Las Vegas, NV: ARC Instructional Academy Fall Session
When: Early December--Registration; League Play January through March. Same great instructional leagues and academies as in SoCal. For more information, e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com, or call (818) 995-3761. Snail mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for more current information. For information specific to Las Vegas contact: ARC Gym Rats - Mike Saca, coachsaca@aol.com or phone (702) 256-6184.

Lahaina (Maui) Hawaii: 7th Annual Lahainaluna Invitational Basketball Tournament
When: December 19-22, 2000.  Tournament will be played at the Lahaina Civic Center, home of the NCAA Maui Invitational, in Lahaina, Hawaii (on the island of Maui). Entry fee is $300. 16 team tournament, may be expanded to 32 teams if sufficient demand. For further information, please call Sky Nelson, tournament director at 808-661-2645.

Las Vegas, NV: ARC/Slam-N-Jam Las Vegas Christmas Challenge
When:
Late December. Game sites at Cheyenne High School, Palo Verde High School, North Las Vegas. Divisions: Boys--14u/8th; 13u/7th; 12u/6th; 11u/5th; 10u/4th; 9u/3rd- Division entries will be accepted on a first come, first pay basis - For more information on this great holiday event, you may e-mail hoopstars@archoops.com or call ARC at (818) 995-3761 or (818) 891-3988. New fax number is (818) 906-8990. For more information on the Girls Divisions, call Matt Sankary at (805) 897-0431 or fax (805) 687-4132. COST: All Divisions: $395 - Guaranteed 4 games. Make all cashier’s checks or money orders payable to ARC/SNJ Send entry fees and rosters to : Rich Goldberg, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411

 


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