DFW PRE-SEASON BATTLE
MAR 21 & 22 | Mckinney, TX
The Breakdown
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BIGGER & BETTER EVENTS since 2011!
The 5th Annual DFW Pre-Season Battle is a basketball tournament for boys’ and girls’ travel, local, and regional teams of A, B & C skill levels. The tournament guarantees each team at least three games, with awards presented to the first and second place finishers. All games will be played in one location, under a single roof.
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Qualifier for the Big Time Hoops National Championships
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Eligibility
The tournament is open to teams affiliated with various organizations, including Sneaker sponsored programs, AAU basketball, travel teams, NTBA, Jr. NBA, USSSA, USAB, and YBOA.
Team placement
Big Time Hoops relies on each team’s self-assessment to ensure proper placement in appropriate pools, aiming for competitive games and a high-energy environment for everyone involved.
Skill level breakdown
A-level teams: National Travel teams that regularly compete in multiple championship games.
B-level teams: Teams that have won bracket or playoff games at the regional level.
C-level teams: Parks & Recreation experience, newly formed teams.
Big Time Hoops events
Since 2011, Big Time Hoops has hosted various basketball events, including showcases, collegiate combines, one-day challenges, and NCAA-certified tournaments. For the 2026 expansion, they anticipate capping the number of participating teams in the DFW Pre-Season Battle at 72.
Highlights of the DFW Pre-Season Battle
Age-based event
Trainer and uniformed officer on site
Tournament structure includes pool play leading into bracket play
Features Gold and Silver divisions
Clock management handled by Big Time Hoops staff
Discounted hotel rates available
Food court on premises
Entry fee
The entry fee for the tournament is $279 (ages 9 -14) | $329 (ages 15 – 18)
2026 Circuit of Champions locations
Big Time Hoops has expanded its offerings with a 2026 Circuit of Champions series across numerous locations.
Location
Washington, DC
Triadelphia, WV
Austin, TX
Philadelphia, PA
Memphis, TN
Myrtle Beach, SC
Dallas, TX
Lawrence, KS
Chicago, IL
Winter Haven, FL
Greensboro, NC
Boyds, MD
Cincy, OH
Madisonville, KY
Hillsborough, NJ
Spectator Pricing (e-Tickets):
Saturday – General Admission (ages 13 and Up) – $20
Saturday – Youth Admission (ages 6 – 12) – $15
Sunday – General Admission (ages 13 and up) – $15
Saturday – Youth Admission (ages 6 – 12) – $10
Registration Deadline
Late Registration begins on March 14th
All registrations & payments must be received 7 days prior to the start of the event.
Costs
$279 - $329
Divisions
Boys & Girls 9U - 18U
Gameplay
3+ Game Guarantee - Pool to Bracket Play format