Rumble in the Rapids
Grand Rapids, MI
April 25th - 27th

Overview

This is a Prep Hoops Circuit qualifying event. If you're a current Prep Hoops Circuit program and already committed to this event, you do not need to register online.

If you are a program not currently a part of the Prep Hoops Circuit and interested in learning more, apply HERE.

Not interested in the Prep Hoops Circuit but still wish to play in this event? No problem! Please continue below to register online.

Tournament Structure

  • Open to all 12U-17U boys teams
  • Prep Hoops Events are scheduled in a showcase format, pool to cross-pool, and full tournament bracket depending on the event.
  • All games streamed LIVE on BallerTV.com
  • Media coverage provided by PrepHoops.com and other outlets

Spectator Tickets

  • Weekend passes and day passes will be offered. All spectator tickets must be pre-purchased online below via debit or credit card. If spectator tickets are not pre-purchased, you will be required to purchase your tickets online. Cash transactions will NOT be allowed.

Hotel Information

  • Traveling teams looking for the most cost-effective hotels that are closest to the venues can book their hotels through Prep Network’s SaveAndPlay HERE.

  • Please note that teams traveling more than 90+ miles will be required to book a minimum of 8 reservations for the event you are participating in. You can set up a block of rooms for your team(s) using the hotel booking link.
  • Please reference our hotel policy HERE if you have any questions email our support team here.

Connect with Your Team Representative

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Event Directors

James Hafley

James Hafley

Event Director

James Hafley joined the Prep Hoops team in 2021. Hafley has been a high school boys and college men's coach for 20 years. He is currently an assistant coach at Lake Michigan College in Benton Harbor, Michigan. Hafley earned his Bachelor’s of Science in Education from Henderson State University in 2003. He completed his Masters in Educational Leadership at Indiana University-South Bend in 2014.

James Hafley joined the Prep Hoops team in 2021. Hafley has been a high school boys and college men's coach for 20 years. He is currently an assistant coach at Lake Michigan College in Benton Harbor, Michigan. Hafley earned his Bachelor’s of Science in Education from Henderson State University in 2003. He completed his Masters in Educational Leadership at Indiana University-South Bend in 2014.

Aeronna Dobbins

Aeronna Dobbins

Site Director | Event Director

Aeronna went to East Kentwood High school in Kentwood, MI, and graduated in 2011. After high school, she received a full-ride scholarship to play basketball at Wayne State University. She then transferred to finish academically at Grand Valley State University. This will be here second year as a Site Director working with Prep Hoops.

Aeronna went to East Kentwood High school in Kentwood, MI, and graduated in 2011. After high school, she received a full-ride scholarship to play basketball at Wayne State University. She then transferred to finish academically at Grand Valley State University. This will be here second year as a Site Director working with Prep Hoops.

Venues

  • MSA Fieldhouse

    Ages: 12U-17U

    5435 28th St Ct SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546

  • MSA Woodland

    Ages: 12U-17U

    2100 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508

Team Registration

Rumble in the Rapids Team Registration

$550.00
/ Team

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