We are excited to be hosting this brand new event, Thanksgiving Throwdown, in 2026! We are excited to be hosting many girls and boys teams from around the Midwest!
Event:
Thanksgiving Throwdown—Boys & Girls
When:
November 21-November 22, 2026
Who:
- 3nd–8th Grade Boys
- 3rd-8th Grade Girls
Entry Fee:
1 team – $225
2 teams+ – $200 w/ MULTI team discount ($25 off)
Registration Method/Deadline:
THANKSGIVING THROWDOWN REGISTRATION – CLICK HERE
Deadline to register is November 14th, 2026 @ 11:59 PM or Until Full
Format:
- 3 game guarantee
Schedule:
THANKSGIVING THROWDOWN 2026 – SCHEDULE/RESULTS (CLICK HERE)
-The schedule will be posted by 10:00pm on Monday, November 16th, 2026.
Gym Locations:
515 Fieldhouse Courts (6 Courts)
1120 NE Station Crossing Drive, Grimes, IA 50111
Event Rules and Admission:
THANKSGIVING THROWDOWN RULES – CLICK HERE
Admission:
Admission will be charged for spectators
Live Stream:
We have partnered with “Be the Beast” Live streaming this year and all games played at “515 Fieldhouse Courts”, “Kingdom Courts, and “WDM Rec Plex” 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:
LIVE STREAM – CLICK HERE
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:
1st place teams will receive an award
Tournament Director:
Todd Miller – iowagymrats@gmail.com or (515) 451-5635
Zach Davenport – zach.iowagymrats@gmail.com or (515)528-5037