We are excited to host this new event in 2027! We are looking forward to many great games with competitive competition for all levels.
Event:
Hardwood Winter Classic 2027 (Boys & Girls) Centennial Basketball Club)
When:
February 13-14, 2027
Who:
- 3rd–8th Grade Boys
- 3rd–8th Grade Girls
Schedule:
-The schedule will be posted by 10:00pm on Monday February 8th, 2027
-PLEASE DOWNLOAD THE TOURNEY MACHINE APP FOR UP TO DATE SCHEDULES AND RESULTS
Event Rules:
Gym Locations:
515 Fieldhouse Courts
1120 NE Station Crossing Dr.
Grimes, IA 50111
-NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR DRINK IS PERMITTED INSIDE EACH FACILITY
-CONCESSIONS STAND ON SITE
Admission:
Daily 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 8th Gold division and 8th Purple division a player can play on “ONE” team within each of those divisions. 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 “Kingdom Courts and “515 Fieldhouse 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:
Entry Fee:
1 team – $225
2 teams+ – $200 with the code “MULTI”
Registration Method/Deadline:
HARDWOOD WINTER CLASSIC REGISTRATION – CLICK HERE
Deadline to register is February 6th, 2027 or Until Full
Format:
- 3 game guarantee
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
Trophies/Medals:
Champions will receive an award
Tournament Directors:
Todd Miller – iowagymrats@gmail.com or (515) 451-5635
Zach Davenport – zach.iowagymrats@gmail.com or (515) 528-5037