overview
Cap off the basketball season in style with the Annual March Metro Showdown Tournament and Jamboree! These end-of-season events provide a great opportunity for teams to put their skills to the test, celebrate their growth, and finish the year strong in a fun, competitive environment.
Tournament
Held each March at the conclusion of the GABL Winter League, the March Metro Showdown is open to boys and girls in grades 4th–7th. The tournament features both competitive and recreational divisions, as registration numbers allow, and gives every team a 3-game guarantee. Awards are presented to all 1st-place teams.
Jamboree
Running the same weekend as the March Metro Showdown Tournament, the March Metro Showdown Jamboree gives 1st through 3rd grade teams a chance to wrap up their season in a fun, developmental setting. Designed with young players in mind, this event provides a 2-game guarantee with a focus on fundamentals, teamwork, and enjoyment.
details
Tournament
Registration opens August 1st, 2025
Registration closes February 27th, 2026 (Schedule Requests due by March 2nd)
Dates: March 7th & 8th
Grades: 4th-8th Grade Boys & Girls
Location: MOKAN Training Facility and SMSD Facilities
Entry Fee: $150 per team (No multi-team discounts)
Tournament Information:
- 3-game guarantee
- Competitive and Recreational divisions as registrations allow
- Awards given to 1st & 2nd Place
Jamboree
Registration opens August 1st, 2025
Registration closes February 27th, 2026 (Schedule Requests due by March 2nd)
Dates: March 7th & 8th
Grades: 1st-3rd Grade Boys & Girls
Location: MOKAN Training Facility and SMSD Facilities
Entry Fee: $100 per team (No multi-team discounts)
Tournament Information:
- 2-game guarantee
- Competitive and Recreational divisions as registrations allow
- Follows GABL Winter League Rules