We are excited to host another great event in 2026 and look forward to many great games. This event always offers great competition for multiple levels of play. We are excited to host 100+ teams from around the Midwest in 2026 and look forward to many great games.
Event:
Kings of the Court 2026 – Boys
When:
April 18-19, 2026
Where:
Des Moines, IA
Who:
- 3rd-11th Grade Boys
Schedule:
KINGS OF THE COURT – SCHEDULE AND RESULTS (CLICK HERE)
-The schedule was UPDATED on April 14th, 2026 @ 12:01am.
-Coaches were emailed with more information once the schedule was updated.
-Please DO NOT contact director for schedule changes. The schedule will ONLY change in unforeseen circumstances.
-PLEASE DOWNLOAD THE TOURNEY MACHINE APP FOR UP TO DATE SCHEDULES AND RESULTS
Rules:
KINGS OF THE COURT – EVENT RULES (CLICK HERE)
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 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 “515 Fieldhouse Courts”, “Kingdom Courts”, “Canyon Hopkins Courts”, “Zachary Jensen Fieldhouse” and “Mid-American 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 LINK CLICK HERE
Gym Locations:
515 Fieldhouse Courts (6 Courts)
1120 NE Station Crossing Drive, Grimes, IA 50111
Kingdom Courts (4 Courts)
6095 NE Industry Dr., Des Moines, IA 50313
-NO OUTSIDE FOOD IS PERMITTED INSIDE FACILITIES
-FULL SERVICE CONCESSIONS STAND ON SITE
Admission:
DAILY ADMISSION:
Adults – $20 per day
K-12 Student/Senior Citizens – $10 per day
5 years and Under Free
*Senior Citizens are considered 65+ years of age
WEEKEND ADMISSION:
Adults – $35 Weekend Pass
K-12 Student/Senior Citizens – $15 Weekend Pass
5 years and Under Free
*Senior Citizens are considered 65+ years of age
Entry Fee:
1 team – $450
Use Promo Code MULTI to get $25 off per team when registering more than 1 team.
Format:
- Pool Play into Bracket Play
- 4 game guarantee
Registration Method/Deadline:
KINGS OF THE COURT REGISTRATION – CLICK HERE
REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 11TH, 2026 OR UNTIL FULL
Additional Event Details:
-Admission will be charged for spectators
-4 game guarantee
-2 certified officials
-Games will go from 8am-10pm Saturday and 8am–5pm on Sunday.
College Coach Information:
PRE-REGISTRATION INFORMATION (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:
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