Hoops For The Kids FREE 3v3 Tournament

Get ready to hit the court at our Hoops For The Kids 3v3 Basketball Tournament! This high-energy, community-driven event is designed for high school athletes ready to showcase their skills, compete at a high level, and be part of something bigger than the game. Whether you're chasing a competitive edge, building chemistry with your team, or working toward your future, this is an experience you don’t want to miss.

This isn’t just another tournament — it’s an opportunity to compete for real rewards that support your journey beyond basketball.

3v3 tournament format (16 teams total)

Fast-paced, competitive games over a 3-4 hour event

Organized matchups with referees and structured gameplay

A fun, high-energy environment with music, vendors, and community support

Spectator seating for friends and family to come watch and support

Light snacks provided

📱 Follow us on Instagram @hoopsforthekidsorg for additional updates and more opportunities to win before and after the event

This event is open to HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETES ONLY (ages 16–18) who are serious about the game and ready to compete.

We are intentional about creating an inclusive and empowering environment — each team is required to include at least one female player, helping promote opportunity, teamwork, and growth for everyone on the court.

Compete for championship prize packages provided by our community partners:

🥇 1st Place — Champion Prize Package - Minimum $500 Value!

Sporting goods, gift cards, and sponsored prizes.

🥈 2nd Place — Runner-Up Prize Package - Minimum $250 Value!

Sporting goods, gift cards, and sponsored prizes.

🥉 3rd Place — Third Place Prize Package - Minimum $100 Value!

Sporting goods, gift cards, and sponsored prizes.

*Prizes will be distributed to players on the winning teams following the tournament.*

Registration Details
Entry Fee: FREE
Deposit: $5 (The $5 deposit is fully refunded at check-in and is only used to ensure teams that register are committed to attending, we are currently unable to refund the $2.18 eventbrite fee, we apologize for the inconvenience)

🚨 Only 16 teams will be accepted — register early to secure your spot!
Team Size: Teams must have 3–4 players (3 on the court, 1 optional substitute).

Event Details

📅 Date: May 17, 2026

📍 Location: (Alumni Pavilion) 4500 Riverwalk Parkway, Riverside, CA 92505
Hoops For The Kids is a community initiative dedicated to creating safe, fun, and encouraging basketball opportunities for youth in the Inland Empire. Events like this help us continue providing free programs and experiences for young athletes.
Questions?

Contact us at [email protected]
Interested in sponsoring prizes or supporting the event? Local businesses will be recognized during the tournament and featured across Hoops for the Kids event materials and social media.

Info: All teams must be checked in by 10:30 or risk forfeiting their spot. At least 2 team members must be present for check-in. However, if all 3 are not present for the first game, the game must be forfeited.

Info: This is when the tournament bracket will be revealed, and teams will find out who they are facing.

Info: Tournament Format:
16 teams total,
Single-elimination bracket,
Games played to a set score or timed format depending on schedule,
Certified referees will oversee all games

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Host or Publisher David Odinigwe, College Basketball Player at University of Saint Katherine.