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Title: Men's tournaments
Post by: Message board on December 19, 2004, 09:05:27 AM
This is the home of men's tournaments.

Post men's tournament listings here.

Please post notice to delete listings when they are filled, or delete them yourselves if you are the poster. E-mail to info@d3hoops.com is acceptable as well.
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: Patrick Coleman on February 18, 2014, 11:50:33 AM
Attention, coaches who post here:

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Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: shargraves on May 29, 2025, 09:24:36 AM
Calvin University and The University of Olivet are looking for two teams to compete on Friday and Saturday Nov. 27-28 2026.  You will play one game at Calvin and the other at Olivet (1 hour 25 minutes apart). 

Package includes:

- Discounted rooms Hilton Garden Inn Grand Rapids of $99.00 per night (breakfast included)
- Free Chick-fil-A / pizza post game meals
- $2,000 guarantee

Questions/interest email Sam Hargraves - shargraves@uolivet.edu
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: J. GARD on May 31, 2025, 10:03:10 AM
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is currently looking for teams for the 2026 Gabe Miller Classic.
November 13-14, 2026
2 Games against DIII opponents
Competitive Guarantee available
8 Hotel Rooms for 1 night
Post game meal available



If interested please contact Head Coach Jeff Gard at 608.342.1278 or via email at gardj@uwplatt.edu.
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: Wheaton (IL) MBB on July 22, 2025, 09:47:41 AM
Wheaton College (IL) is looking for teams to fill the 2026 Lee Pfund Classic to be held Friday, November 20 and Saturday, November 21, 2026.

We offer a guarantee plus 12 hotel rooms.
We provide meals after both games, all-tournament awards, and a participation item for each member of your travel party.

Wheaton is located 30 miles west of Chicago.

If interested please contact Jon Panner at jon.panner@wheaton.edu or at 512-965-5667.
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: UW Oshkosh Basketball on July 27, 2025, 12:04:07 PM
UW-Oshkosh is looking for TWO TEAMs for our 2026 Winter Classic on Dec. 28-29, 2026. It is played at Oshkosh Arena, home of the Wisconsin Herd (G-League). We co-host this with our women's program and it is an exciting two days of basketball in a great facility! WIAC Teams in the 2026 Classic: UWO and UWEC.

Included:
Large guarantee
Hotels for 2 nights
Post game meals after both games
Awards

Past Participants (Non-WIAC teams):
Calvin
Babson
Nebraska Wesleyan
Ripon
Marian (WI)
Ohio Wesleyan
Keene State
Hamline
Lawrence

Please contact Matt Lewis (lewism@uwosh.edu/504-390-5597) with any questions. Thank you!
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: nunley on August 07, 2025, 03:29:37 PM
Roanoke College in Salem, VA is looking to fill our Frankie Allen Tip-Off Tournament (Nov 13-14, 2026) and Cregger Invitational (Dec 29-30, 2026) for the '26-27 season.

Participating teams receive:
-Large guarantee or complimentary hotel rooms for two nights
-Post game meal
-T-shirts
-All-Tournament awards

All games are played in the state-of-the-art Cregger Center.  If interested, please contact Clay Nunley at nunley@roanoke.edu or 540-375-5273
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: Trine on August 18, 2025, 10:54:33 AM
Trine University (Angola, IN) is looking for 2 more teams to fill our Tip-OFf Tournament, November 13 & 14, 2026.

We will be offering a large guarantee along with t-shirts and awards - call for details. 

If interested, please contact Jon VanderWal at vanderwalj@trine.edu or 260-665-4843

Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: BethelRoyalsMBB on August 18, 2025, 12:53:42 PM
Bethel University (St. Paul, MN) is looking for a couple more teams to fill out our 2026 Classic Tournament held up here right outside the Twin Cities on November 13 & 14, 2026.

We will be offering a guarantee and/or hotels along with t-shirts and awards - call for details.

If interested, please contact Gabe Miller at miller@bethel.edu or 812-374-7558.
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: christopher.martin on August 19, 2025, 12:46:13 PM
Loras College (Dubuque, IA) is looking for teams for our 2026 Tip-Off Tourney/Classic.
Games will be held Nov. 6th and 7th. (Friday/Saturday)

We are also hosting a post Christmas event on Dec. 28th and 29th, but could move a day later if needed.

Guarantees and hotels are negotiable. 

If interested, email Chris Martin at chris.martin@loras.edu for additional details.
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: timfusina on August 19, 2025, 03:07:44 PM
Waynesburg University (35 minutes from Pittsburgh, PA) is looking for interested teams to participate in it's tip-off tournament on November 6-7, 2026.  $1,000 guarantee, hotel rooms (additional rooms at a discount), t shirts and post-game meals.

If interested, please contact Tim Fusina at timothy.fusina@waynesburg.edu
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: colintabb on August 19, 2025, 06:25:09 PM
2026 WNE Hampton Inn Holiday Classic

We have two spots available in the 6th annual Western New England Hampton Inn Holiday Classic being held November 20-21, 2026 at Western New England University in Springfield, MA. 

Tourney guarantees:

5 hotel rooms, ~$109 per room for additional (Double rooms)
Post game Meal after game on 20th
Shoot-around times, as needed
Tourney tee-shirt
Discounted tickets to Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
Tournament awards

To see past tourney results, click here (https://wnegoldenbears.com/sports/2023/6/27/wne-tip-off-tournament%20wbb.aspx). 

If interested, please email by clicking here (Colin.Tabb@wne.edu).
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: John K on August 20, 2025, 12:43:52 PM
Christopher Newport is looking for teams to participate in our annual Thanksgiving Invitational on Nov 28-29, 2026. Rooms, meals, and guarantee included.  Please contact John Krikorian at coachk@cnu.edu or 757-603-0398 if interested.
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: Claude Shields on August 26, 2025, 02:24:43 PM
William Peace University will be hosting a Classic in 2026-2027 on opening weekend (Nov 7-8). We are located in the heart of downtown Raleigh. If interested, please reach out to Head Coach, Claude Shields at cbshields@peace.edu.
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: BrysonGibson on August 29, 2025, 12:09:02 PM
Hampden - Sydney College in Farmville, VA is looking to fill our Charlie Cobb Classic (Nov 21-22, 2026) and Elder, Watkins & Allen Tournament (Dec 18-19, 2026) for the '26-27 season.

- Both Tournament Formats
- Large Guarantee
- Discounted Hotel Rooms
- T shirts for all participants
- All Tournament Awards
- Post Game Meals

If interested contact Bryson Gibson at (bgibson@hsc.edu) or (919-475-6705)
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: UrsinusHoops on August 29, 2025, 03:03:32 PM
Ursinus College in Collegeville, PA is looking for 2 teams to fill the remaining spots in our 2026-27 Bear Bash Tip-Off Tournament. 

November 6th/7th, 2026

-$1500 guarantee
-Discounted hotel rooms near campus
-Post game meal
-T-Shirts for all participants
-All-Tourney awards

If interested please contact Tom Primosch (215-756-1282 or tprimosch@ursinus.edu)
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: timfusina on September 01, 2025, 08:53:27 PM
Waynesburg University (35 minutes from Pittsburgh, PA) is looking for interested teams to participate in it's tip-off tournament on November 6-7, 2026.  $1,000 guarantee, hotel rooms (additional rooms at a discount), t shirts and post-game meals.

If interested, please contact Tim Fusina at timothy.fusina@waynesburg.edu
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: dmacedo on September 03, 2025, 03:51:28 PM
Virginia Wesleyan University Pre-Christmas Tournament 2026

Virginia Wesleyan University, located in Virginia Beach, Virginia, are looking for 1 team for our Pre-Christmas (Saturday, December 12th and Sunday, December 13th, 2026).
We are offering:
    -$2,000 guarantee
    -T-Shirts for all participants
    -Discount lodging
    -All-Tournament awards
    -Post game meals and drinks
    -Great Experience

If interested, contact Head Coach Dave Macedo at dmacedo@vwu.edu or Assistant Coach Marcus Curry at mcurry@vwu.edu
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: mgrosodonia on September 04, 2025, 03:55:00 PM
2026

St. John Fisher is looking to fill it's Annual Holiday Showcase

December 29 & 30, 2026
Guarantee
Discounted Hotel Rooms
Post-Game Meal after last game
T-shirts


For more more information, contact Mike Grosodonia (585) 329-0303 or mgrosodonia@sjfc.edu
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: gbmitch on September 07, 2025, 06:18:40 PM
GVW Classic at Hope College in Holland, MI

One team is needed for our Classic at one of the country's best arenas, DeVos Fieldhouse.  The University of Olivet and Hope would be your opponents for games on December 29 & 30, 2026. We are offering a $1000 guarantee, meals after both games and discounted hotel rooms. Please contact Greg Mitchell (mitchell@hope.edu or 517-230-0645) if interested.
Title: JWU-Charlotte Thanksgiving Tournament
Post by: mslade on September 08, 2025, 07:32:03 PM
JWU-Charlotte is hosting it's Inaugural Thanksgiving Tournament for the 26-27 season. We are looking for 3 teams to fill the bracket.

JWU-Charlotte is a member of the Coast-To-Coast conference and in its first year of provisional NCAA Division III membership. Our campus is located in the heart of Uptown Charlotte.

Dates for the tournament are Friday November 20th and Saturday November 21st.
Details include;

-Discount Hotel Rooms
-Tournament Tshirts
-All-Tournamnet Awards


If you have any interest or questions, feel free to reach out to Head Coach Marc Slade at mslade@jwu.edu
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: mchoops on September 09, 2025, 09:51:34 AM
UPDATE

Marietta College 55th Annual Shrine Tournament

We are in need of only 1 team


We will offer a guarantee, hotels, 2 meals, and tournament gifts.

We will also provide practice/ shoot around times, meeting space, and laundry services.

Please contact Andy Bucheit - adb003@marietta.edu if interested.
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: sleal on September 16, 2025, 01:17:43 PM
Wartburg College is looking for 1 more team for the 2026 the Buzz Levick Tournament.

Friday and Saturday November 13 & 14th.
We pay for 6 Hotel Rooms.
$500 Guarantee Check.

Reach out if interested: sam.leal@wartburg.edu
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: dpar3379 on September 21, 2025, 09:36:07 PM
Rochester Institute of Technology in Rochester, NY is looking for 3 teams to compete in our Harold J. Brodie tournament classic on November 6-7, 2026

Guarantee includes:
6 hotel rooms
Shoot-around times
Game Film
Post-game meal both nights

If your program is interested in participating, please contact:

Head Coach Dominic Parker – dopatl@rit.edu or 804-926-4057

Assistant Coach Mick Kuberka – mzkatl@rit.edu or 716-536-3288
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: CWRU Hoops on September 23, 2025, 03:25:50 PM
Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland OH is looking for 2 teams to compete in our Bill Sudeck Tip-off Tournament on November 6-7, 2026

Guarantee includes:
Hotel Rooms
Discounted tickets to Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Post-game meal both nights

If your program is interested in participating, please contact:
Todd McGuinness at trm26@case.edu
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: carideoc2 on September 24, 2025, 12:26:29 PM
Widener University (PA) is looking for two teams to compete in our Tip-off Tournament for Autism Awareness on Friday, November 13th and Saturday, November 14th, 2026. Tournament includes: Hotel rooms for one night, post game meal Friday evening, tee shirts for all teams, and awards.  If interest please email Head Coach Chris Carideo at cjcarideo@widener.edu
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: ELRAKABAWY@GMAIL.COM on September 25, 2025, 08:53:46 PM
Trinity will be hosting an opening weekend event in San Antonio, TX, the weekend of november 5-7 of 2027. Looking for some out of state teams to join us. If you have interest in this event, please email elrakabmar771@trinity.edu. We will get you two games and a guarantee.
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: dcahill4 on September 26, 2025, 01:53:24 PM
Nazareth University is still looking for one more team to play in the Mike Daley Tip-Off Tournament at Nazareth on November 6-7th 2026. Tournament participants will receive the following:
$500 guarantee
6 hotel rooms
T-shirts for all players and coaches
Trophies and All Tournament Teams
Mark's Pizza after both games
Please contact us if you are interested.
315-529-0917 or 585-389-2814 or kbroder0@naz.edu
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: BoxerBuzz on September 30, 2025, 02:16:12 PM
Pacific University is looking for two teams (preferably D3 Teams) to fill our Ken Schumann Classic in Forest Grove, OR for the 2026-2027 season. Please email Justin Lunt, coachlunt@pacificu.edu if interested. More info is below.

Dates: Friday, November 20 & Saturday, November 21, 2026
Opponents would be Pacific and George Fox
Large $ Guarantee and Hotel Rooms
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: UW Oshkosh Basketball on September 30, 2025, 03:07:43 PM
UW-Oshkosh is looking for TWO TEAMs for our 2026 Winter Classic on Dec. 28-29, 2026. It is played at Oshkosh Arena, home of the Wisconsin Herd (G-League). We co-host this with our women's program and it is an exciting two days of basketball in a great facility! WIAC Teams in the 2026 Classic: UWO and UWEC.

Included:
Very Large guarantee
Hotel Rooms for 2 nights
Post game meals after both games
Awards

Past Participants (Non-WIAC teams):
Calvin
Babson
Nebraska Wesleyan
Ripon
Marian (WI)
Ohio Wesleyan
Keene State
Hamline
Lawrence

Please contact Matt Lewis (lewism@uwosh.edu/504-390-5597) with any questions. Thank you!
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: Trey Livingston on October 06, 2025, 02:03:23 PM
"Williams College, in Williamstown, MA is currently looking for teams interested in our 2026 Purple and Gold Tournament.
 
Games will be played on Saturday, November 21st and Sunday, November 22nd 2026 (or potentially Friday/Saturday if teams prefer).
 
We offer $1000 guarantees, team-rated hotel options, and a post-game meal after one of the games.
 
Please email Head Coach Kevin App, kma2@williams.edu, if potentially interested."
 
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: MoKearney on October 07, 2025, 03:13:45 PM
SUNY Cortland (Cortland, NY) is looking for 2 teams to compete in our tournament on November 20 - November 21 2026. Have an opportunity to play in an electric environment in our brand new gymnasium that is being renovated Summer 2026. Being in Central New York makes traveling to us a lot easier than others. 

Included:
- Discounted hotel rooms w/ free hot breakfast at Fairfield Inn & Suites (1.2 miles from campus)
- Post game meals both nights
- Tournament t-shirts
- Trophies & all tournament teams
- Shootaround times
- Free livestream
- Game film & laundry services available

If interested please contact me at Maurice.Kearney@cortland.edu or at 516-503-7537
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: WheatonLyonsMBB on October 10, 2025, 12:11:40 PM
Wheaton College (MA) is looking for two (possibly three) teams to compete in the 2026 Wheaton College Invitational on November 14–15. If there's more interest for November 6-7 we may also consider that date.

Package includes:

- Discounted hotel rooms

- Postgame meal after Day 1

- T-shirts and awards

- Shootaround times available as well

Questions or interest — contact Alex DuBrow at dubrow_alex@wheatoncollege.edu
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: uriah.hunter on October 14, 2025, 03:34:19 PM
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor located in Belton, Texas is hosting multiple events for the 2026-27 season.

6-7 Nov 2026 - (2 team needed)
13-14 Nov 2026 - (2 teams needed)

CRU Classic:
- Guarantee or (Home & Home Return the following year)
- Onsite Athletic Trainer
- Free Admission for guest
- Onsite laundry

If interested, please contact Sam Patterson at Spatterson@umhb.edu or Uriah Hunter at 915-549-2273 (cell) Uriah.hunter@umhb.edu

Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: Nick Hager on October 16, 2025, 11:03:31 AM
Juniata College is hosting the annual Doc Greene Tournament December 29th & 30th 2026. Participating teams receive:

6 hotel rooms for one night (additional rooms available at discounted price)
Post-game meals both days
$500 Guarantee
Tournament t-shirts
Laundry services (if needed)
Film of all tournament games (also uploaded to Synergy after games)

Interested teams please email Nick Hager at hagern@juniata.edu
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: ndalleh on October 20, 2025, 12:07:57 PM
Howard Payne University is looking for two teams to fill their Dallas Huston Classic.

December 4-5
Hotel rooms
Dallas Huston Tournament Shirts
Film and laundry available.

Please contact Nadir Dalleh at ndalleh@hputx.edu or cell 325-642-7313
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: Joe Reilly on October 29, 2025, 01:26:14 PM
Wesleyan University (CT) will be hosting the Herb Kenny Tournament November 14 & 15, 2026 (Saturday/Sunday).  Participants receive six complimentary hotel rooms (additional rooms at discounted rates), pizza and drinks after Saturday games, t-shirts, team awards and live streaming of all games.  Please reach out to Noah Tyson (ntyson@wesleyan.edu) for more information.
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: Albion College on October 30, 2025, 03:05:47 PM
Albion College is hosting the 2026 Mike Turner College Classic at Albion College on Friday November 20-Saturday November 21, 2026 ('26-27 season).

Participating Teams Will Receive: 

*Up to $2,000 Guarantee

*Discounted Hotel at Courtyard by Marriott, located 3 blocks from campus

*Discounted meals at our campus dining facility

*T-Shirts and Coaches' gift


Contact Jody May at jmay@albion.edu for more information.
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: srutigli on November 05, 2025, 11:32:52 AM
Colby college is looking for a single game 26-27 in NYC (or within 30 minutes).
November 20-24
Please contact Sean Rutigliano 615-636-8871 
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: JaredWagner5 on November 10, 2025, 03:12:10 PM
York College of Pennsylvania Is hosting The Annual 'Spartan Classic' On December 18th & 19th (Friday & Saturday) In 2026

Participating Teams Receive
8 Comped Rooms (More Can Be Added At A Discounted Price)
Post Game Pizza & Drinks Provided Saturday
T Shirts Provided

Please Contact Head Coach Jared Wagner (e:jwagner11@ycp.edu, c: 717-781-7008) With any Questions Or Interest
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: nunley on November 11, 2025, 11:26:49 AM
Roanoke College in Salem, VA is looking for participating teams for our Frankie Allen Tip-Off Tournament on Nov 13-14, 2026 and Cregger Invitational on Dec 29-30, 2026.

Participating teams receive:
-Complimentary hotel rooms or large guarantee
-Tournament t-shirts
-Postgame meal after your first game
-All-Tournament awards

If interested, you can contact Clay Nunley at nunley@roanoke.edu or 540-375-5273
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: UW Oshkosh Basketball on November 19, 2025, 03:15:18 PM
UW-Oshkosh is looking for ONE TEAM for our 2026 Winter Classic on Dec. 28-29, 2026. It is played at Oshkosh Arena, home of the Wisconsin Herd (G-League). We co-host this with our women's program and it is an exciting two days of basketball in a great facility! Committed teams in the 2026 Classic: UWO, UWEC, & Gustavus Adolphus.

Included:
Very Large guarantee
Hotel Rooms for 2 nights
Post game meals after both games
Awards

Past Participants (Non-WIAC teams):
Calvin
Babson
Nebraska Wesleyan
Ripon
Marian (WI)
Ohio Wesleyan
Keene State
Hamline
Lawrence
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: MiddleburyMBB on December 01, 2025, 02:23:42 PM
Middlebury College (VT) is looking for 3 teams to fill out a two day tournament on December 30th and 31st, 2026. If interested, please reach out to Sam Rubinstein to discuss details.

samr@middlebury.edu
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: AU on December 01, 2025, 04:22:35 PM
2026-27 Crossbar Alfred Classic

Co-hosted by Alfred University (Empire 8) and Alfred State College (SUNYAC)

*Looking for 1 more team

-Friday November 6th and Saturday November 7th, tournament format
-Friday night semifinals at Alfred University, Saturday consolation/championship at Alfred State College (right across street from each other)
-$500 guarantee (potential to help with hotels - reach out)
-high quality tournament gear, MVP, all-tournament, champion, runner-up awards

Please email Erich Kaempffe (kaempffe@alfred.edu) if interested
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: P. Combs on December 03, 2025, 11:52:37 AM
The University of Wisconsin Stevens Point in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, is looking for ONE TEAM for our 2026 Holiday Tournament Friday, December 11th, and Saturday, December 12th, 2026. We will play all games in historic Quandt Fieldhouse-one of the top small college basketball venues in the country.

Guarantee includes:

• Large Guarantee (based on distance from UWSP)
• 8-10 hotel rooms at new all-suite property for one or two nights (pending distance)
• Practice/Shoot-around times
• Two post-game catered meals
• All-tournament team and MVP award
• Game film and laundry service available

If interested, please contact Assistant Coach Eddie Goldston: egoldsto@uwsp.edu or (630) 803-5126.
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: CoachFrank on December 03, 2025, 02:21:51 PM
The University of Scranton is looking for 2 teams for our annual Tip-Off Classic on Nov. 6-7th (Friday-Saturday). Tournament details are listed below.

8 comp'd hotel rooms (Hilton Downtown Scranton)
$500 Guarantee
Post Game Food both days
Post Game Laundry after 1st Game
All-Tournament Awards

If interested please reach out to Associate Head Coach, Jeff Frank (jeffrey.frank@scranton.edu).
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: rdegrandpre on December 09, 2025, 12:23:34 PM
Hilbert College Men's Basketball is searching for one team to compete in their 2026 tournament.  The 16th Annual Hawks vs Hunger Tip-Off Tournament will be played Friday, November 6th and Saturday, November 7th.  The games will take place at 5:30pm and 7:30pm on Friday the 6th, and 1:00pm and 3:00pm on Saturday the 7th. We are offering:

•   $700 guarantee
•   Post-game meal on Friday night
•   Discounted hotel rooms with hot breakfast on Saturday
•   Championship plaque, All-tournament team plaques
•   Tournament t-shirts

We are minutes away from the downtown Buffalo Waterfront, Niagara Falls, and the Anchor Bar Restaurant, home of the original chicken wing.  Definitely some places to check out with your team when in town. Please contact Head Coach Rob deGrandpre at 716-926-8803 or rdegrandpre@hilbert.edu with any questions or interest.
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: John K on December 12, 2025, 10:32:34 AM
Christopher Newport is looking for one more team for our annual post-Thanksgiving tournament. Please contact John Krikorian at coachk@cnu.edu or 757-603-0398 if you have interest. Hotel nights and/or cash guarantee offered.
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: UW Oshkosh Basketball on December 12, 2025, 10:07:54 PM
UW-Oshkosh is looking for ONE TEAM for our 2026 Winter Classic on Dec. 28-29, 2026. It is played at Oshkosh Arena, home of the Wisconsin Herd (G-League). We co-host this with our women's program and it is an exciting two days of basketball in a great facility! Committed teams in the 2026 Classic: UWO, UWEC, & Gustavus Adolphus.

Included:
Very Large guarantee
Hotel Rooms for 2 nights
Post game meals after both games
Awards

Past Participants (Non-WIAC teams):
Calvin
Babson
Nebraska Wesleyan
Ripon
Marian (WI)
Ohio Wesleyan
Keene State
Hamline
Lawrence
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: Jack Stevens on December 18, 2025, 10:32:57 AM
The College of Wooster is looking for teams for our 62nd Mose Hole Kiwanis Classic on Dec. 29 & 30, 2026. We also are looking for one more team for our annual Pre-Thanksgiving Tournament on November 20 & 21, 2025.   This will be the 31st Al Van Wie Rotary Classic.
Tremendous facilities, great crowds, good guarantee, and post-game food/drinks both days for each tournament.

Contact jstevens@wooster.edu if interested
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: Coach Don Friday on December 23, 2025, 08:59:47 AM
Penn State Harrisburg Basketball Tip Off Classic.  November 7th & 8th, 2026.
$750 guarantee
1 night lodging for 20 persons
Post game food both days
T-shirt
All Classic Team Plaque

Contact Don Friday Sr. dsf15@psu.edu or 717-948-6798
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: BBallDestinations on December 31, 2025, 04:41:33 PM
2026 Locations
If you need 2 games for 2026 we would love to have you. Feel free to call, text, or email us with any questions.

December 19-20, 2026
Naples, FL
Nashville, TN
New York City, NY
St. Pete Beach, FL

December 29-30th, 2026
Naples, FL
Nashville, TN
St. Pete Beach, FL
Montreal, Quebec City, Canada

craig@bballdestinations.com
www.bballdestinations.com
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: BrysonGibson on January 02, 2026, 01:50:17 PM
Hampden - Sydney College is looking for ONE more team in our Charlie Cobb Classic November 21 and 22.

- Large Guarantee
- Post Game Meals
- Tshirts
- Awards

Please reach out to Bryson Gibson (bgibson@hsc.edu or 919-475-6705) if interested.
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: SalisburyMBB on January 05, 2026, 08:59:42 AM
Governor Challenge College Tournament
https://www.governorschallenge.org/
 
Tournament Dates: Nov. 20-22, 2026 

Confirmed Teams: Penn St. Abington, Randolph Macon, 

Previous teams: Wesleyan (CT), Roanoke, Gettysburg, Notre Dame (MD),
 
Here is what we are going to be able to offer teams in year two of the event.
 
4 Hotel Rooms (doubles) on Friday Nov. 20, additional discounted hotel rates for rooming needs.
Team Meals for Saturday / Sunday. Breakfast provided at hotel, pre and post game meals at Venue and local restaurant partners. .
2 Games in Bracket in Wicomico Civic Center Arena. First round matchup on Saturday, winners move onto Champ Game on Sunday, losers move to consolation game on Sunday.
Free Shootaround / Practice time provided.
Tournament Gifts including Tournament T-Shirts.
All Tournament Teams and Awards.
Championship Banners and Awards.
Recovery Room for athletes after games, Media day photo shoot for each team, and social media updates for each game.   


For more information please contact tournament director James Simmons jsimmons@wicomicocounty.org 
or Head Coach Mo Williams Mlwilliams@salisbury.edu
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: Noreasterhoops on January 09, 2026, 11:52:53 AM
THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND is looking for 2 more teams for The Jim Beaudry Tip Off.

Tournament Dates(Game Times): Sat, Nov 14(5p/7p) & Sun, Nov 15(1p/3p)

Tournament Features:
- 8 Rooms
- Pizza/Drinks after Sat games
- Tournament Performance Tshirt
- All Tournament Awards

If interested, Contact Ed Silva at 207-602-2396 or esilva@une.edu
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: WLBBALL on January 12, 2026, 10:35:04 AM
Washington and Lee University, located in Lexington, VA, is looking for 1 more team for our annual W&L Holiday Tournament for the 2026-2027 season on December 29th and 30th, 2026. $1500 guarantee, postgame meals and drinks, and all-tournament awards.

If interested, contact Chris McHugh at mchughc@wlu.edu.
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: nunley on January 13, 2026, 10:21:47 AM
Roanoke College in Salem, VA is looking for participating teams for our Cregger Invitational on Dec 29-30, 2026.

Participating teams receive:
-Complimentary hotel rooms or large guarantee
-Tournament t-shirts
-Postgame meal after your first game
-All-Tournament awards

If interested, you can contact Clay Nunley at nunley@roanoke.edu or 540-375-5273
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: BBallDestinations on January 13, 2026, 10:23:04 AM
2026 NYC Tip-Off
We are excited to announce we are adding this event to our 2026 field. If you are looking for a 2 game classic to kick off the 2026 season, we are offering these 2 weekends:

November 6-7
November 13-14

If you would be interested in opening the season in the Big Apple, please reach out for details!

https://bballdestinations.com/
731-415-8931
craig@bballdestinations.com
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: TransyPioneers on January 15, 2026, 03:37:47 PM
Kentucky Tip-Off Classic UPDATED
We are now looking for two teams to participate in single games hosted by Transylvania University.  Asbury is unable to participate this year due to a schedule conflict. These games will take place at Transylvania University in downtown Lexington. Teams can choose between a ton of hotel options including 2 hotels adjacent to Kentucky's Rupp Arena or others within walking distance.

Event Details:
📅 Dates: November 11-18, 2026
🏀 2 games available vs. Transylvania University
💰 $1,000 guarantee
🍽� Post-game meals provided
📹 Live video coverage of all games
🏨 Hotel discounts available

This is a great opportunity to compete in a nice arena while gaining valuable non-conference experience. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact John Hamilton (jhamilton@transy.edu) or Mike Stone (mstone@transy.edu)

We hope to see you in Lexington this November!
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: EmmanuelMBB on January 22, 2026, 01:08:09 PM
Emmanuel College (MA) is looking for one more team for our 2026-2027 Tip-off Tournament.

Dates: Friday and Saturday, November 6-7, 2026
Guarantee: 5 free rooms for 1 night + discounted rate
Food will be provided after game on November 6

If interested, contact head coach Littell White via email: whitel3@emmanuel.edu
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: driggs on January 27, 2026, 01:26:41 PM
Eastern Connecticut State University is looking for teams to compete in their 2026-27 Holiday Tournament on 12/29-30. Guarantee includes 6 hotel rooms and post-game food on 12/29.  If interested please contact Bill Geitner at geitnerw@easternct.edu
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: BBallDestinations on February 03, 2026, 11:06:50 AM
REVISED DATES/LOCATIONS 2026
If you still need 2 games, we have a few spots left!

PRE CHRISTMAS
November 6-7 NYC Tip Off
Dec. 18-19 Nashville, TN
Dec. 19-20 NYC, NY
Dec. 19-20 Naples, FL
Dec. 19-20 St. Pete Beach, FL

POST CHRISTMAS
Dec. 29-30 Montreal, Quebec City
Dec. 29-30 Nashville, TN
Dec. 29-30 Naples, FL
Dec. 29-30 St. Pete Beach, FL

www.bballdestinations.com
craig@bballdestinations.com
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: colintabb on February 03, 2026, 12:48:51 PM
Western New England University in Springfield, Massachusetts, is looking for 1 more team for our 2026 WNE Hampton Inn Holiday Classic, being held November 21-22, 2026. 

2026 WNE Hampton Inn Holiday Classic

We have one spot available in the 6th annual Western New England Hampton Inn Holiday Classic being held November 21st and 22nd, 2026 at Western New England University.

Tourney guarantees:

5 hotel rooms, ~$109 per room for additional (Double rooms)
Post game Meal after game on 21st
Shoot-around times, as needed
Tourney tee-shirt
Discounted tickets to Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame (http://hoophall.com/)
Tournament awards

To see past tourney results, click here (https://wnegoldenbears.com/sports/2023/6/27/wne-tip-off-tournament%20wbb.aspx). 

If interested, please email (Colin.Tabb@wne.edu) or call back.
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: P. Combs on February 04, 2026, 12:32:46 PM
Ignite D3 Events in 2026

Orlando Classic
■ Universal Studios, Orlando
■ December 17–21, 2026
■ Two Game Classic Format | 4-Night Hotel
Presented by Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort


For more information contact: Paul Combs 608-778-7988 or paul@ignitepartnersllc.com
www.ignited3events.com
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: dmacedo on February 10, 2026, 02:00:51 PM
Quote from: dmacedo on September 03, 2025, 03:51:28 PMVirginia Wesleyan University Pre-Christmas Tournament 2026

Virginia Wesleyan University, located in Virginia Beach, Virginia, are looking for 1 team for our Pre-Christmas Tournament (Saturday, December 12th and Sunday, December 13th, 2026).
We are offering:
    -$2,000 guarantee
    -T-Shirts for all participants
    -Discount lodging
    -All-Tournament awards
    -Post game meals and drinks
    -Great Experience

If interested, contact Head Coach Dave Macedo at dmacedo@vwu.edu or Assistant Coach Marcus Curry at mcurry@vwu.edu
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: bmathews@guilford.edu on February 10, 2026, 04:13:09 PM
Guilford Men's basketball is looking for one more team to play in our Holiday Tournament Dec. 28th & Dec. 29th 2026 next season.

You would receive 8 suite hotel rooms for one night (the hotel will include breakfast for the team). There are 2 queen sized beds along with another bed in the rooms, enough space to fit three.

You will get two guaranteed games. We will announce (post on social media) an all tournament team. Championship team will also get to pick a tournament MVP. 


Please email jdeloof@guilford.edu if you are interested
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: MiddleburyMBB on February 18, 2026, 09:37:30 AM
Middlebury College (VT) is looking to finalize the field for our two day tournament on December 30th and 31st, 2026. If interested, please reach out to Sam Rubinstein to discuss details.

We are offering:
    -$1,000 guarantee
    -Discounted lodging at local hotel
    -T-Shirts for all participants
    -All-Tournament awards
    -Post game meals and drinks on Day 1
    -Great experience at a premier athletics facility in Division 3

samr@middlebury.edu
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: athcomm@susqu.edu on February 20, 2026, 11:35:52 AM
Susquehanna University in Selinsgrove, PA is looking to fill our annual Mike Scheib Memorial Tournament on November 13 and November 14, 2026. Game times are 6 & 8 Friday, 1 & 3 Saturday

-$600.00 guarantee
-Post Game Meals
-Discounted Hotel Rooms
-T-Shirts
-Team and Individual Awards

If interested contact Frank Marcinek at (marcinek@susqu.edu) or (570-274-0770)
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: BoxerBuzz on February 24, 2026, 01:28:24 PM
Pacific University is looking for two teams (preferably D3 Teams) to fill our Ken Schumann Classic in Forest Grove, OR for the 2026-2027 season.

Please email Justin Lunt, coachlunt@pacificu.edu if interested. More info is below.

Dates: Friday, November 20 & Saturday, November 21, 2026
Opponents would be Pacific and George Fox
Large $ Guarantee and Hotel Rooms
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: BoxerBuzz on February 25, 2026, 02:27:43 PM
Pacific University is looking for two teams (preferably D3 Teams) to fill our Ken Schumann Classic in Forest Grove, OR for the 2026-2027 season.

Please email Justin Lunt, coachlunt@pacificu.edu if interested. More info is below.

Dates: Friday, November 20 & Saturday, November 21, 2026
Opponents would be Pacific and George Fox
Large $ Guarantee and Hotel Rooms
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: BBallDestinations on February 26, 2026, 09:29:24 AM
Nashville!

If you need 2 games, we still have space in our Nashville Holiday Classic

December 18-19 and December 29-30th!

Feel free to reach out if interested!

www.bballdestinations.com
craig@bballdestinations.com
731-415-8931
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: ssenthi1 on February 26, 2026, 03:02:57 PM
Oberlin College located just outside of Cleveland, Ohio is looking for one more team to fill our 3rd Annual Tip Off Classic on November 6th and November 7th, 2026.

-$500.00 guarantee
-Post Game Meals
-Discounted Hotel Rooms
-T-Shirts
-Team and Individual Awards

If interested contact Shiva Senthil at ssenthi1@oberlin.edu
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: sleal on February 27, 2026, 10:26:54 AM
Wartburg College is looking for 1 more team for the 2026 the Buzz Levick Tournament.
(UW-LaCrosse, Cornell, Wartburg)

Friday and Saturday November 13 & 14th.
We pay for 6 Hotel Rooms.
$500 Guarantee Check.

Reach out if interested: sam.leal@wartburg.edu
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: Raider2020 on February 27, 2026, 04:44:51 PM
The University of Mount Union is looking for teams for our 2026-2027 Tip-off Tournament

Dates: Friday and Saturday, November 6-7, 2026
Guarantee: $1500 and 6 free hotel rooms
Food will be provided after games
Teams will also receive passes to the Pro Football Hall of Fame

If interested, contact head coach Mike Fuline via email: fulinmj@mountunion.edu
Title: Re: Men's tournaments
Post by: ssenthi1 on March 02, 2026, 11:23:06 AM
Oberlin College located just outside of Cleveland, Ohio is looking for one more team to fill our 3rd Annual Tip Off Classic on November 6th and November 7th, 2026.

-$500.00 guarantee
-Post Game Meals
-Discounted Hotel Rooms
-T-Shirts
-Team and Individual Awards

If interested contact Shiva Senthil at ssenthi1@oberlin.edu