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 2000 Tournament Listings Archives, 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.

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January
January SoCal Events:

High School Tournaments

Carson, CA: Annual adidas-Double Pump Hoop Challenge
When: MLK Weekend at LB City College. By invitation only. Limited to High School teams.  For further information contact Double Pump, Inc. Telehphone  530-256-2862; further information at Double Pump.

Los Angeles, CA: Annual Dream Classic
When: MLK Weekend. Highly prestigious high school invitational showcase event featuring the top local high school teams and players. Invitation only.

Riverside, CA  Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Girls' Basketball Classic
When: MLK weekend. At UC Riverside.  For more info contact Michael Watson @ (909) 875-9077 or PassShoot@juno.com

Pasadena/Los Angeles: McDonalds Invitational
When: January 20, 2001.  Exhibition (league) games played at Pasadena City College in a showcase environment.

Long Beach, CA: The 1998 Nike Extravaganza VI Tournament
When: Jan 27, 2001.  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.

Youth Tournaments & Leagues

Torrance, CA: 4 "D" Stars Winter Developmental League
When: January through March. 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: January  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. 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., Dart Stamps, (310) 641-9039

North Orange County, CA: Razorback AAU Tournament
When: January. 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 (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. 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. 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. 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 at Centennial College. Contact Christopher VanZyl 416/620-5204

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

February
February SoCal Events:

High School Tournaments

Compton/Lynwood: LB Poly-Lynwood 2nd Annual SoCal Classic @ Lynwood HS
When: February 3, 2001, at Lywnood HS

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: 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: Mid February 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: Mid month 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: Late February at Shadow Mountain High School. Contact Gene Edwards

March
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: 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: 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 through April 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 through May at Mid-City Gymnasium in San Diego. NCAA Certified. 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: Mid March. 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: Mid March. 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  through May  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: Mid March various sites throughout Alameda.  For additional information, contact Rick Lynch at 925-939-9998.

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

Alameda, CA; AAU Region Qualifying Tournament #2
When: Late March 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 through June  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: Early March at the University of Central Florida. Contact Gene Edwards

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Philadelphia, PA: Brotherly Love/East Coast Showcase
When:  Mid March 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: Mid March at Millsaps College Activity Center.  Contact Gerald Snider at 662/534-6175

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

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

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

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

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

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

Dallas, TX: Annual Ellis Davis Basketball Classic
When: Mid March 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: Mid March at Georigia Tech.  Contact Gene Edwards

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

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

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

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

Colorado Springs, CO: USA Junior Nationals Colorado All State Basketball Competition
When: Mid March at the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado. 

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

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

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

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

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

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

Menomonie, WI: Wisconsin AAU Annual Senior Classic
When: Late March & Early April at UW-Stout-Johnson Fieldhouse. Contact Keith Noll 715/962-4667

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

April
April SoCal Events:

High School Tournaments, Recruiting & HS Age-Level Events

Carson, CA: Double Pump Spring-Easter 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.

Los Angeles, CARockfish Spring League
When: March through April 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, CAFullcourt Press Spring League
When: March through April at Long Beach Millikan HS.  Contact Dinos Trigonis for further information at Fullcourt Press.com

Chino Hills, CA: Ayala Basketball Showcase
When: Mid April 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: Early April 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: Mid April @
Buena Park Boys & Girls Club, 7758 Knott Ave, Buena Park, CA 90621. Players eligibility: For boys 14U/7th and 8th grade. 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: Mid April @ 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 (559) 434-0341 or Vance Walberg @ (559) 431-6600 ext 6110

Saddleback Valley, CA: Saddleback College Basketball Tournamnent
When: Mid April 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: Early April through Early May 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: Early April  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: Early April various sites throughout Alameda.  For additional information, contact Rick Lynch at 925-939-9998.

Sacramento, CA; Sacramento Area AAU Regional Qualifying Tournament #2
When: Mid April  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: Visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for further information.

April Other States: Youth tournaments

Las Vegas, Nevada : Annual Las Vegas Easter Classic
When: Mid April This is a very competitive tournament with entries on a first come, first served basis.  For brochure and further details contact (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: Early April at Marquette Manor Baptist Church. Contact Daniel Sheridan 630/960-1398

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

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

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

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

Mechanicsburg, PA:  Roundball All-Star Weekend
When: Early April 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: Early April at Bellarmine College. Contact David Zuberer 502/957-2676

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Aiken, SC: Networks Spring Fling 
When: Early April 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: Early April at Wallace Bell Gym at UAB. Contact Gerald Snider 662/534-6175

Spring, TX: Great American Shoot-Out
When: Early April 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: Early April Brevard Community College. Contact Rick Ball 850/932-5033

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

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

Plano, TX: Adidas/Texas Bluechip Spring Shootout
When: Early April 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: Early April   Contact Jerry Watson 614/861-0572

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

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

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

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

Wichita, KS: USA Amateur Athletics Association Kansas All State Basketball Competition 
When: Early April at Wichita State University.  Contact Gene Edwards 608/241-9700

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

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

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

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

Miami, FL: Ballstars Spring Showcase
When: Early April 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: Mid April at Scottsdale Community College. Contact Rick Ball 850/932-5033

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

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

Winston Salem, NC:  Atlantic Coast/USA Hoops Challenge
When: Mid April 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: Mid April at various high schools. Contact Norman Smith 202/889-6260

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

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

Richmond, VA: Richmond Shootout
When: Mid April at Virginia Commonwealth University Contact Tony Squire 804/233-8992

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

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

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

New Haven, CT: Connecticut Select
When: Mid April 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: Mid April at Fuman University Activity Center. Contact Gerald Snider 662/534-6175

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

Kenner, LA: Mississippi Basketball Association Spring Jam Fest Showcase
When: Mid April Contact Clifford Baptiste, Jr. 228/586-0288

Indianapolis, IA: Hoosier Basketball Magazine's Boys' Top 40 Workout
When: Mid April. Contact Garry Donna 317/925-8200

Rochester, MI: Prep Spotlight All-State Shootout
When: Mid April. Contact Vince Baldwin 313/864-7215

Philadelphia, PA: ISAA Exposure Basketball Shootout (men)
When: Mid April  Contact Fred Dukes III 215/751-8211

Atlanta, GA:  2000 Spring Exposure Clinic
When: Mid April.  Contact Bryan Bartley 404/817-6937

Winston-Salem, NC: Southern Invitational Exposure Clinic
When: Mid April.  Contact Rob Kennedy & Bob Gibbons 732/212-1440

New Hope, PA: Solebury Showcase
When: Mid April. Contact Cleve Christie 609/394-8687

Altamonte Springs, FL: Winning Ways Rising Stars Boys Prep Revue
When: Mid April Contact Barry Mestel 407/339-9053

Louisville, KY: Hoop Stars Classic
When: Mid April. Contact Eddie Ford 270/322-8717

Lebanon, TN: Gerald Snider's Basketball Recruiting Service Unsigned Senior Camp
When: Mid April. Gerald Snider 662/534-6175

Toronto, Ontario: Toronto Jamboree 
When: Mid April. Contact Ro Russo 416/398-1355

East Peoria, ILL: Flash's Pepsi Spring Hoops Review
When: Mid April. Contact Bill Flanagan 309/693-8548

Amherst, NY: Team ACE Western New York All-Star Classic
When: Mid April.  Contact Paul Schintzius 716/876-1793

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

Huntington Station, NY: Metro All-Star Classic
When: Mid April. Contact  Debbie Skinner 516/452-0751

South Orange, NJ: Metropolitan Top 100 Clinic
When: Mid April. Contact Rob Kennedy 732/212-1440

Raleigh, NC: HoopsIQ.com Spring Shootout
When: Mid April. Contact Mike Palmer 919/787-1418

Sharon, PA: Sharon Lions Club Hoyle Basketball Tournament
When: Mid April.  Contact Joe Viola 800/353-5176

May
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. 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. 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: Early May. 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: 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) Tournament is open to 6th, 7th 8th grade Boys and 7th, 8th grade Girls. CIF rules, 3 game guarantee. Cost is $200 per team. See the ARC website for details.

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: Mid May  Contact Mike McGregor, 1501 N. Lowery, Porterville, CA 93257, call 559-782-8710

Pomona, CA: Cal Poly Pomona Girls Spring Showcase Tournament
When: Mid May  Contact: Head Women’s Basketball Coach, Cal Poly Pomona,  3801 West Temple Ave., Pomona, CA 91768 | 909 869-2824 Office | 909 629-1385 Home |

San Diego/Poway, CA: High Five America Memorial Day Tournament
When:
Late May TBA. Check the High Five America Website for further details.

San Diego/Poway, CA: BCI Western Regional
When: Memorial Day weekend. 10/11/12/13/14/15/HighSchool Boys & Girls.  Contact Marlon Wells @ (619) 217-2054 or marlonwells@yahoo.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.

Fresno, CA: Annual adidas-EA Sports EBO "Mats' Madness" Tournament
When: Memorial Day Weekend, 2000 Where: Fresno, California. Sponsored by EBO-EA Sports 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).

May Other States

Fort Wayne, IN: Annual Spiece Run-N-Slam All-Star Classic
When: Early May @ Spiece Fieldhouse, Fort Wayne, Indiana.  Check the Indiana Basketball Association website for details

Charlottesville, VA:   Annual Bob Gibbons--Hoop Group Southern Invitational
When: Late May.  Complete information at the Hoop Group.

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. Contact Doug Koster Mr. Basketball, Inc., 4215 Ave. E, Kearney, NE 68847. Phone: (308)-237-4012 Fax: (308)-237-4013

Fort Wayne, IN: Spiece Run-N-Slam Memorial Day All-Star Classic
When: Late May Where: Ft. Wayne, Indiana. Check the Indiana Basketball Association website for details

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. 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. Contact Doug Koster Mr. Basketball, Inc., 4215 Ave. E, Kearney, NE 68847. Phone: (308)-237-4012 Fax: (308)-237-4013

June
June SoCal Events:

Buena Park, CA: West Orange County Slam YBA Memorial Day Girls Tournament
When: Early June Location: Buena Park Boys & Girls Club; Price: 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:  Early June  @ 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 (TBA).  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 Visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for current information.

Torrance, CA: 4 "D" Stars Summer Developmental League
When: June through August. 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 through August 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; Mid June @ Westmont College, in Montecito. 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; Mid June @ Duarte HS.  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; Mid June High School tournament, 8 boys' varsity teams with a 5 game guarantee. Contact Bill Ciancio, visit the La Quinta HS web site. .

Beach Cities (LA): Beach Cities Basketball Club Tournament
When: Early June Beach Cities Basketball Club. Inquiries can be faxed to (310) 374-4019
. For futher information call (310) 374-6623 or e-mail docbrown@beachnet.gen.ca.us 

Duarte, CADuarte HS Summer Junior Varsity Tournament
When; Late June@ 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; Late June @ Westmont College, in Montecito. 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. Contact San Gabriel High School, 801 S. Ramona St., San Gabriel, CA 91776.   Telephone (626) 308-2378, fax (626) 308-2332.

Duarte, CADuarte HS Summer Frosh-Soph Tournament
When; Late June, early July @ Duarte HS.  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; Late June through Early July @ Westmont College, in Montecito. 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  Call (818) 995-3761 or mail to ARC, 15155 Weddington Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91411. Or visit the ARC website at http://www.archoops.com for information.

Lynwood, CA: Best in the West Lynwood Summer Jam
June 27-30: @ Lynwood HS.  4 game guarantee.   Contact Jeff Day (562) 860-3727.  HS Boys tournament.  Lynwood,   Compton, Westchester, LB Jordan, Dorsey, Torrance, Compton Centennial, Bishop Montgomery, St. Bernard, Lakewood, Serra, Hawthorne, Pasadena, St. Anthony, Verbum Dei, and others.

Victorville, CA: HD Ballers Basketball Club Tournament
When: Late June HD Ballers Basketball Club will be hosting a tournament for 10U through 14U boys teams and 13U Girls. Teams will play a minimum of three games for $215. Inquiries can be faxed to (760) 949-6985. For further information call (760) 949-6985 or e-mail hdballers@yahoo.com

June NorCal Events:

Oakland, CA; Pleasanton, CA; Menlo Park, CA: ARC Instructional Academy Fall Session
When: June through August. Call (818) 995-3761. 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: Mid June Tournament for Boys. 3 game guarantee. 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: Mid June through Mid July 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 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
July SoCal Events:

Cerritos, CABest in the West JV #1 Tournament
When: July 5-8 @ Gahr HS.  Gahr, Los Alamitos, Santa Margarita, Carson, Clovis, Redondo, Artesia, Jordan, Whitney, Clovis West, Chatsworth, Peninsula, Centennial, Valley Christian & more. Contact Jeff Day (562) 860-3727

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 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).

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 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 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.

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.

Cypress, CA: Fullcourt Press All West Camp
When: July 12-14 at Warrior Center, Cypress, CA.  NCAA Certified For further information see the Fullcourt Press website.

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.

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. 

Lynwood, CA:  Best in the West Frosh Tournament
When: July 16-18 at Lynwood.  Los Alamitos, Whitney, Carson, Clovis West, Clovis, St.Monica, Torrance, Redondo, Artesia, Jordan, Mira Costa, North Torrance, Peninsula, Brentwood, Wilson, Valley Christian.

Cerritos, CABest in the West J.V. #2 Tournament
When: July 19-22 @ Gahr HS.  North Torrance, Harvard Westlake, St.Bernard, Mayfair, Loyola, torrance, Moorpark, Servite, redondo, Artesia, Brentwood, Mira Costa, CLovis West, Peninsula,Centennial & others.  Contact Jeff Day (562) 860-3727

Cerritos, CA: Best in the West Small Schools Tournament
When: July 20-22.  @ Valley Christian Cerritos HS.   $175.  Teams include Santa Margarita B team, Whitney, St. Monica, Orange Lutheran, Western Christaian, Mayfair B team, La Salle, Price (State Champs), Valley Christian Cerritos, Salesian, Servite, Bassett, and Blair & others. Contact Jeff Day (562) 860-3727.

Los Angeles, CA: adidas Double Pump Best Of Summer Tournament (HS Boys)
When: Last week of "Live" period. at LMU & other locations. 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

Los Angeles, CA: Annual Slam-n-Jam National Invitational Tournament
When: ??? This used to be a premier event, but there is some doubt whether it will even run this year. Contact: Issy Washington, 19621 Galway St., Carson, CA., (310) 532-0622.

San Diego, CA: Annual San Diego Jack In The Box Classic (Girls' Tournament)
When: Mid July 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.

Cerritos, CA:  Best in the West "Finale" Tournament
When:  July 27-29.  Where: Gahr HS. 4 game guarantee. Gahr, Valley Christian, Paramount, Downey, Warren, Lakewood, Redondo, Chatsworth, Carson, LB Wilson, Alta Loma, Clovis, Whitney, Alemany & others.Contact Jeff Day (562) 860-3727

July NorCal Events

Berkeley, CA:   Oakland Slam N Jam & EBO Present the "Elite 8 Tournament"
When: July 28-31 in Berkeley. NCAA Certified. Location: Cal Campus, Sports Center. 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.

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

Kearney, NE: Mr. Basketball Invitational Tournament
When: Early July Tournament Entry information can be obtained hereContact Doug Koster Mr. Basketball, Inc., 5003 Avenue G,  Kearney, NE 68847. Phone: (308)-237-4012 Fax: (308)-237-4013.

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

Fort Wayne,  IN: Spiece Naptown Shootout
When: Late July Check the Indiana Basketball Association website for details

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. 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: 
Late July @ Saint John, New Brunswick Canada Contact td@basketball.nb.ca or phone 506-849-4667 or check out the website at www.basketball.nb.ca. Jennifer Clark,  Technical Director - Basketball New Brunswick

August
August SoCal Events:

Note: August is a "dead period" for both college coaches and high school teams. Under CIF rules, coaches may not coach their teams, and there is no NCAA evaluation during August.

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

August Other States:

Five-Star Basketball Camps
When: Late July to Early August Where: Various locations.  Top competition throughout August.

Various Cities: JCC Maccabi USA 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
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.  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
.

Compton/Lynwood, CA: Annual Fullcourt Press Fall Hoops Tournament Classic
When: Early September. Top tournament open to high school and club teams who pay entry fee. 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. 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 Event
When: Mid September (TBA)   The Fullcourt Press Fall Showcase is not a tournament.  Features several games showcasing rising sophs, juniors and seniors. 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.   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. 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.

September NorCal Events:

Sacramento: River City Roundball Extravaganza
When: Late September (TBA) . Sponsored by Sacramento Sports& Education Association. 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:

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:

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
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 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 Contact
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 For additional information please contact Ron Austin at (909) 931-0173

Los Angeles, CA: Annual Girls Youth Fall Basketball League "
When: Continuing through November. Held Lynwood High School, 4050 East Imperial Hwy. 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. 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
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
December SoCal Events:

Redondo Beach/Los Angeles, CA: Annual Pacific Shores Tournament
When: First Week Dec at Redondo Union High School. 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.

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.

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: 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.

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.

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

San Gabriel, CA: Annual San Gabriel Valley Matador Holiday Classic
When: Late December 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.

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.

Los Angeles/Santa Clarita: 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.

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: Late December@ La Quinta HS. 8 Boy's Varsity Basketball Teams 4 game gaurantee Details at the La Quinta HS web site

Youth Tournaments & Leagues

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.

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.

Gardena,  CA: Triple Threat Hoops Annual Pre-Xmas Clash Classic
When: Mid December at Gardena High School, 9:00am - 7:00pm. DIVISIONS: 14u/8th; 13u/7th; 12u/6th 11u/5th; 10u/4th. For further info contact T.T. Bernard Beard. Mail: Triple Threat Hoops 1351 W. 68th St. Los Angeles, CA 90044 or call (323) 737-3115 or fax (323) 737-3115.

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.

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.

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

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:

Minden/Carson Valley, NV: Carson Valley Classic HS Tournament
When: December 6-8. Douglas HS. Minden, Nevada (11 miles east of Lake Tahoe). The host school, Douglas High, is in the largest school classification in the state of Nevada (4A). Looking for 4 teams as we already have Amador Valley, Merced, and Fallon (NV) committed. Hotel rooms for only $39 for all teams and fans. $300 entry fee. For more information, please e-mail Keith Lewis at douglashoops2@cs.com or call (775) 265-1560.

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: 8th Annual Lahainaluna Invitational Basketball Tournament
When: December 19-22, 2001.  At the Lahaina Civic Center, home of the NCAA Maui Invitational, in Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii. 16 teams-4 game guarantee. Entry fee is $350.00. For more information, please contact Sky Nelson at 1-808-661-2645 or email: sky@maui.net

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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