Price
$550.00 /team
Location
2400 Pike StAges
15U-17U
Gender
Boys
Games Guaranteed
4
Competition Format
15U-17U: Showcase
Coverage
Prep Hoops is the most comprehensive and trusted media outlet in the country. All of our events are staffed with Prep Hoops scouts who come prepared, evaluate honestly, and cover as many prospects as possible. Visual coverage is also provided by professional videographers and photographers. Read more about how our scouts cover events.
Prep Hoops is the most comprehensive and trusted media outlet in the country. All of our events are staffed with Prep Hoops scouts who come prepared, evaluate honestly, and cover as many prospects as possible. Visual coverage is also provided by professional videographers and photographers. Read more about how our scouts cover events.
Competition
The Prep Hoops Circuit is the nation’s most competitive and flexible grassroots platform, featuring top independent programs and teams from EYBL, 3SSB, UAA, PUMA, Adidas Gold, UA Rise, EYCL, and New Balance. Our data driven power scores ensure the right matchups for every team—whether you’re a contender or on the rise.
The Prep Hoops Circuit is the nation’s most competitive and flexible grassroots platform, featuring top independent programs and teams from EYBL, 3SSB, UAA, PUMA, Adidas Gold, UA Rise, EYCL, and New Balance. Our data driven power scores ensure the right matchups for every team—whether you’re a contender or on the rise.
Exposure
Prep Hoops has hosted hundreds of colleges over the past four years. Over 400 college programs subscribe to Prep Hoops and use our rankings and articles as a recruiting tool. Plus, all games stream LIVE on BallerTV.com.
Prep Hoops has hosted hundreds of colleges over the past four years. Over 400 college programs subscribe to Prep Hoops and use our rankings and articles as a recruiting tool. Plus, all games stream LIVE on BallerTV.com.
Flexible Scheduling
You are NOT required to play a certain number of Prep Hoops events. Simply choose which events best fit your schedule! All tournaments are located in convenient locations to ensure your teams’ families get the most out of every dollar they spend.
You are NOT required to play a certain number of Prep Hoops events. Simply choose which events best fit your schedule! All tournaments are located in convenient locations to ensure your teams’ families get the most out of every dollar they spend.
What to Expect
If you're a current Prep Hoops Circuit program and already committed to this event, you do not need to register online.
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Hotel Information:
Traveling teams looking for the most cost effective hotels 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 weekend. You can set up a block of rooms for your teams using our hotel booking service. Our hotel policy is built to help you, but don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions.
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Your Team Representative
Todd Thorstenson
Your Team Representative
Your Event Director
Mark McKnight brings over 25 years of experience at the heart of grassroots basketball in Central Texas, offering a rare blend of on-the-ground coaching insight and a trained scout’s eye for talent. As a co-founder of the pioneering ATX Basketball program and longtime Athletic Director of the Greater Central Texas Youth Association (ATX-Boys Basketball), McKnight has helped shape the competitive landscape of youth basketball in the region. His programs have consistently produced high-level teams that have competed in top-tier showcase tournaments across the country. Throughout his career, McKnight has mentored and developed hundreds of young...
Mark McKnight brings over 25 years of experience at the heart of grassroots basketball in Central Texas, offering a rare blend of on-the-ground coaching insight and a trained scout’s eye for talent. As a co-founder of the pioneering ATX Basketball program and longtime Athletic Director of the Greater Central Texas Youth Association (ATX-Boys Basketball), McKnight has helped shape the competitive landscape of youth basketball in the region. His programs have consistently produced high-level teams that have competed in top-tier showcase tournaments across the country. Throughout his career, McKnight has mentored and developed hundreds of young athletes—many of whom have gone on to play at the collegiate and professional levels. His legacy also includes former players now serving as head coaches at the high school level, further extending his influence on the game. Originally from Queens, NY, McKnight cut his teeth in the game on the famed playgrounds and tournaments of New York City. After high school and a brief stint at Hunter College, he joined the U.S. Air Force, where he continued to play competitively in Europe, including stops in Germany and Belgium. McKnight has contributed to the basketball ecosystem not only as a coach but as a respected evaluator and event organizer. His work includes roles at the Texas Top 100 Combine, Great American Shootout, and the South Region AAU, as well as collaborations with CMD Sports Group Consulting. He has helped plan and facilitate scouting events, individual and team showcases, and skills clinics at major programs including the University of Texas, Baylor University, and Texas A&M. Today, McKnight leverages his deep knowledge of player development and game dynamics as a scout content writer. He provides talent evaluations, game analysis, and insightful coverage of players and programs across the region. His writing reflects a seasoned perspective rooted in years of sideline experience, with a focus on uncovering the next generation of standout athletes. Beyond basketball, McKnight leads a mentoring initiative called A Part of Many, partnering with schools and churches to support the growth of young men ages 12–18 through sports, life skills, and leadership development.
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Event Director
Your Event Director
Todd Kelly,originally from Chicago has spent his entire life involved in athletics. He was a three sport athlete in HS and went on to play basketball at both the D2 and D3 levels. After college, he began his coaching career which spanned almost 20 years at the D1,D2 and D3 levels . In addition to coaching , Kelly has also worked in admissions, financial aid, residence life , advancement and career services. All of those experiences led him to start Kelly College Consulting. So far KCC has presented for over 65 school districts throughout the...
Todd Kelly,originally from Chicago has spent his entire life involved in athletics. He was a three sport athlete in HS and went on to play basketball at both the D2 and D3 levels. After college, he began his coaching career which spanned almost 20 years at the D1,D2 and D3 levels . In addition to coaching , Kelly has also worked in admissions, financial aid, residence life , advancement and career services. All of those experiences led him to start Kelly College Consulting. So far KCC has presented for over 65 school districts throughout the country
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Event Director
Venues
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RYSE Energy StarCenter Multisport Farmers Branch
Ages: 10U-17U
View Address2400 Pike St, Farmers Branch, TX 75234, USA
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Impact Center
Ages: 10U-17U
View Address3120 East Pioneer Parkway, Arlington, TX, USA
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