Iowa Gym Rats is excited to once again host this great event in 2027. We appreciate the support and look forward to another great weekend of basketball. We are excited to have teams from around the Midwest joined us for a fun weekend of basketball. This event will feature 100+ teams from around the Midwest.
Event:
Gym Rats Heat Up the Hardwood 2027—Boys & Girls
When:
January 9-10, 2027
Who:
- 3rd–8th Grade Boys
- 3rd–8th Grade Girls
Schedule:
HEAT UP THE HARDWOOD SCHEDULE/RESULTS (CLICK HERE)
-The schedule will be posted by 10:00pm on January 4, 2027
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.
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 Navy division and 8th Red 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 “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 – $275
2 or more teams – $250 per team (USE CODE: MULTI when you are registering on tourney machine)
Registration Method/Deadline:
GYM RATS HEAT UP THE HARDWOOD REGISTRATION – CLICK HERE
Deadline to register is January 2nd, 2027 @ 11:59 PM or Until Full
Additional Event Details:
-Admission will be charged for spectators
-3 game guarantee
-2 certified officials
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 Director:
Todd Miller – iowagymrats@gmail.com or (515) 451-5635
Zach Davenport – zach.iowagymrats@gmail.com or (515) 528-5037