Games--bring it on!

Ready to play in an EXPOSURE Tournament in front of registered college coaches and alumni against teams from around the nation?  This is another unique feature of the Wildcat National Summer Classic Basketball Tournament and that only a few other tournaments can boast!

When your team registers for the tournament, we ask that ALL NON-HIGH SCHOOL teams review the TEAM POOL OUTLINE to help us determine your teams' make-up and type of hoops that your team is accustomed to playing, as all AAU, Travel, Tournament and or Recreational type teams, need to be matched up as best as possible in the Wildcats National Summer Classic Tournament. TEAM POOL OUTLINE>>

From around the United States and Canada, boys and girls teams converge on Rockford, IL to experience the last opportunity to play in their age group and in many cases, with the same teammates. Moreover, meeting players from the west or east coast, north or south and playing against these talented players, makes everyone's game improve.

Also, from a coaches perspective, facing new coaches and observing various game strategies and plays and player substitutions, creates new challenges and adds to every coaches knowledge base.

Played in excellent sports and school facilities in Rockford, IL and this year, Elgin, IL and with schedules that enable teams to complete practices between games and for players to participate in other basketball events, the Wildcat Summer National Basketball Tournament provides your players with memories that will last a lifetime.

We understand that prior to our end of summer tournament, teams have played many games and are at the top of their game. The players and coaches have worked hard to develop everyone's skills and now the final opportunity to play teams from across the United States and Canada will present the biggest challenge.

Starting with pool play and advancing through the brackets, the best teams compete in our Tournament of  Champions. We have not seen many teams go 8 or 9 wins and 0 losses, as the competition in the Platinum, Gold, Silver and if needed, Bronze brackets is simply the best!

Finally, we know that many families use our end of summer tournament to also complete their family vacation. To support all family members, we have listed many activities that will enable families to have some fun together, experience new places and enjoy events that may not be available at home.

Thank you for registering your team and we will see everyone on the hardwood! REGISTER YOUR TEAM NOW  PDF or Microsoft Word Form

Pool Play -- Friday, August 7th and Saturday August 8th, 2009

LIMITED OPENINGS AVAILABLE

Teams start their journey through their pool and end in the Tournament of Champions brackets. Plan on great games that will require every player to step up their game and drive to the hoop or knock down a long three! RULES  Registration

Tournament of Champions -- Sunday, August 9th, 2009        

The pool play is now behind every team and just a couple of games to go in order to be the Wildcat National Summer Tournament Champions! Play starts at 9a and after the last tip awards and pictures for press releases immediately following. Good luck teams!

All Star Games -- Thursday, August 6th, 2009 

LIMITED OPENINGS AVAILABLE                      

Competition starts on Wednesday, with our All Star game featuring the best players from around the nation. Selected by the coaching staff of every team, two players from each team are selected and placed in an open team lottery. Tip off starts at 5p and the last game is played at 9p. Registration Form

Coaches & Dads Game -- Thursday, August 6th, 2009

OPENINGS AVAILABLE

This promises to showcase Coaches and Dads of all skills and teamed with other talented coaches from around the nation, these players still have game and promise to show the new and young bucks a thing or two! Get ready for some great basketball and new friendships that will carry on after the tournament. Coaches and Dads Game Form and the REGISTRATION FORM

Shooting and Skills Competition -- Thursday, August 6th, 2009

OPENINGS AVAILABLE

Ready to show off what you have? Step onto the court and try your luck at shooting the most 3's and Free Throws against players from around the nation! Showcase your dribbling and ball handling skills in front of the judges and be voted the best! Awards given to the top finishers in each category. Shooting Contest Registration Form

3 on 3 Tournament -- Thursday, August 6th, 2009

NO OPENINGS AVAILABLE

Create your own team and compete against players from across the nation and Canada. Played  indoors and air conditioned, the Wildcats 3 on 3 Tournament will warm you up, while you play for hardware and bragging rights! Registration Form

POOL PLAY & TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS

• All games are 20 minute halves, running clock, with the clock stopping the last two minutes of each half
• All games provide a TOTAL of 3 time-outs per team
• All game locations have one Site Director
• All games are played at several different locations in Rockford and Elgin, Illinois at either professional sports facilities, high schools and middle schools.
• Two patched Referees are assigned to every game with a designated score and book keeper.
• Game basketballs are the responsibility of the teams and the Refs will select the game ball.
• First Aid kits are on hand at the admissions table or with the Site Director
• Concessions are available at almost every location--no coolers allowed

Plan on joining us this summer by REGISTER YOUR TEAM NOW PDF or Microsoft Word Form and secure your team's place!

Registration Dates & Time at Flodin Boys & Girls Club Rockford, IL

Regular Check-in  

Thursday, August 6th, 2009 at two locations!

• 11a to 2p at the Flodin Boys and Girls Club and check-in your team for the Tournament and the All Star Games and the Coaches Game scheduled that evening
• 3p to 10p at Harlem High School

Late - Final Check-in

Friday, August 7th, 2009

• 8a to 12p at the Flodin Boys and Girls Club and check-in your team for brackets/pool Play leading to the Tournament of Champions.

If you or your team members have any questions regarding the Wildcat National Summer Classic Tournament, please contact the Executive Director, Chuck Lynde at 815.509.1339 or via email support@rockfordwildcats.com and Chuck or one of volunteers will be in touch. 1000 Mill Road Rockford, IL USA 61108

Various Cities & States with Teams Previously Attended the Wildcats National Summer Classic Tournament.

Tournament Events

Brackets  & Pool Play

Tournament of Champions

All Star Games

The Coaches  Game

AWARDS

The Top Players and Coaches are recognized by the Board Members of the Tournament for their excellent achievement on and off the court.

WIN $25,000 CASH Prize! The lucky player, fan or family member selected and approved for the $25k Progressive Shoot-out that makes all of the shots within the time requirement wins! See Details

MVP only one player from each division shall be selected for his or her talents and leadership on the hardwood.

Offense Player Selected from the boys and girls divisions, the player with the most impact on offense is recognized.

Defense Player Selected from the boys and girls divisions, the player with the most impact on defense is recognized.

Sportsmanship Award Speaks for itself--the best player on and off the court.

Refs Award Recognized for all around game by the tournament referees.

Executive Director's Award Selected for the best all around representation of the game and tournament.

Coaches Award This award speaks volumes about a players ability, attitude and teamwork.

All  Tournament Award The player with a significant impact on the team and game who delivered when requested or needed.

WIN a NEW 2009 Saturn Automobile!The lucky player, fan or family member selected and approved for the New 2009 Saturn Automobile Progressive Shoot-out that makes all of the shots within the time requirement wins! See Details

Our partner Lifetouch will capture the moments! Team and individual player action pictures will be available on line after the tournament!