MAIN EVENT
July 22–24, 2027 · The Sports Complex. Three days of the highest level of competition and exposure on a national stage.
2027 Regional TryoutsSTEP ONE
All players within the graduation year and region are welcome to try out. Independent professional evaluators and collegiate coaches identify the best players from each region.
MA, CT, RI, NH, ME, VT · Tryout dates announced in the spring.
NYC, Long Island, Westchester · Tryout dates announced in the spring.
NJ, PA, MD, DE, VA · Tryout dates announced in the spring.
Upstate NY and Western NY · Tryout dates announced in the spring.
RECAP
| Grad Year | Championship Game | Champion |
|---|---|---|
| 2028 | MA Blue vs. NY Upstate Blue | NY Upstate Blue |
| 2029 | LI Black vs. CT Blue | LI Black |
| 2030 | LI Black vs. MD Red | LI Black |
| 2031 | MD Red vs. NY Upstate Blue | MD Red |
HOW IT WORKS
Each region plays a round-robin pool on day one to seed the championship bracket.
Single-elimination bracket by graduation year on days two and three.
Two 18-minute halves, running clock, stop clock in the final two minutes.
Certified officials on every court, championship-caliber crews for bracket play.
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
Check-in opens the evening before the Main Event. Every selected player receives a full uniform kit, event credential, and schedule packet. Warm-up and shootaround times are posted in the event app.
Players should arrive 60 minutes before their first game. Athletic training staff is on site all three days.
GETTING HERE
Discounted room blocks at partner hotels. Booking links released with acceptance.
Multiple major airports within a short drive of the complex.
Ample free parking on site for players, families, and college coaches.
VIDEO
Every championship game is broadcast on Hoops TV with full high-definition, four-camera coverage and play-by-play commentary. Video highlights are posted throughout the weekend.
Highlights & GalleryGET IN TOUCH
Questions about the Main Event, tryouts, or team selection? Reach the Garden State Select staff.
info@gardenstateselect.com
FAQS
Any player within the listed graduation year and region is welcome to try out, regardless of club or high school affiliation.
Independent professional evaluators and collegiate coaches score every player. Selections identify the best players from each region.
Yes. The best collegiate programs in the country attend to recruit. College coaches can RSVP through the College Coach RSVP page.
Selected players receive a full uniform kit, event credential, broadcast exposure on Hoops TV, and on-site athletic training support.
The Sports Complex, a world-class venue with regulation hardwood courts and a championship arena. See the homepage for the full venue list.