Welcome to the 8th Annual “GRBA 1st and 2nd Grade State Championships.” We are excited to host a weekend of basketball dedicated to these age groups. We expect a great turnout and a fun atmosphere again in 2026.
Event:
GRBA 1st and 2nd Grade State Championships 2026
Date:
February 14-15, 2026
Who:
1st and 2nd Grade Boys
Registration Methods/Deadline:
GRBA 1ST/2ND GRADE STATE REGISTRATION – CLICK HERE
DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS FEBRUARY 6TH, 2026 OR UNTIL FULL
Entry Fee:
$225 per team (3 game guarantee)
2 Teams – $200 with “MULTI” team promo code entered at registration
Schedule:
GRBA 1ST & 2ND GRADE STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS – SCHEDULE/RESULTS (CLICK HERE)
-The schedule will be POSTED by 10:00pm on Monday, February 9th, 2026.
Gym Locations:
515 Fieldhouse Courts (6 Courts)
1120 NE Station Crossing Drive, Grimes, IA 50111
-NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR DRINK IS PERMITTED INSIDE EACH FACILITY
-CONCESSIONS STAND ON SITE AT 515 FIELDHOUSE AND KINGDOM COURTS
Rules:
Spectator Admission:
Admission will be charged for spectators
Roster Restrictions:
-Players are allowed to play on multiple teams “AS LONG AS IT IS IN A DIFFERENT DIVISIONS.” For example if there is a 6th Gold and 6th Silver division a player can play on multiple teams in each division. If there is just one division then a player MUST play on 1 team in that grade division. A player may also “PLAY UP” a grade, but may not “PLAY DOWN” a grade.
Live Stream:
We have partnered with “Be the Beast” Live streaming this year and all games played at “515 Fieldhouse Courts” and “Kingdom Courts will be live streamed each weekend for parents or families members that can not attend. There is a cost associated with the Live Stream and that information can be found here:
Trophies/Medals:
Champions will receive an award
Hotel Accommodations:
Iowa Gym Rats Basketball has a “Stay to Play” policy for all tournaments.
“Stay to Play” – This requires all out of town teams and participants in need of hotel accommodations must make their reservations through TBD Travel Services to ensure placement in the tournament.
* It is required that teams book all of their housing through this service to ensure placement in this tournament. By not using this service, your team may incur a penalty or disqualification. No refunds will be given.
* This is a complimentary service and makes securing your rooms quick and easy with 24 hour online access to hotel availability.
* Hotel Availability for Team and Individual reservations can be found online or calling TBD Travel Service.
Tournament Accommodations – – Click Here (24 Hour Online Access)
TBD Travel Services
Phone : 515.207.4910
Toll Free – 855-TEAMTVL
Email: teams@TBDtravelservices.com
Hours: Monday – Friday 8am to 4:30pm CDT
www.TBDTravelServices.com
Tournament Director:
Todd Miller—iowagymrats@gmail.com or (515) 451-5635
Josh Block—joshua.r.block2@gmail.com or (515) 423-2356