12th Annual Gulf Coast Primetime Nationals @ Mobile Convention Center
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Good Morning
We are looking forward to a fun filled day of basketball on champioship Sunday!
Here are a few reminders for you to make your experience the best possible!
1. Please plan to arrive early!
2. You must have your weekend or coaches band still on your wrist(not broken) or unfortunately they will have to charge for today's band.
3. Please understand that we have a zero tolerance on poor behavior or poor sportsmanship, from anyone! We want you to enjoy cheering on your team as much as possible. We don't want to remove anyone, but we will. Under NO circumstance approach the scorers table, you will be removed, no questions asked.
4. All bags will be checked.
5. Cash only at the door.
We hope you all have a great day and good luck to all teams!
Good Morning
We are looking forward to a fun filled day of basketball on champioship Sunday!
Here are a few reminders for you to make your experience the best possible!
1. Please plan to arrive early!
2. You must have your weekend or coaches band still on your wrist(not broken) or unfortunately they will have to charge for today's band.
3. Please understand that we have a zero tolerance on poor behavior or poor sportsmanship, from anyone! We want you to enjoy cheering on your team as much as possible. We don't want to remove anyone, but we will. Under NO circumstance approach the scorers table, you will be removed, no questions asked.
4. All bags will be checked.
5. Cash only at the door.
We hope you all have a great day and good luck to all teams!
Brackets will not be finalized until 9pm. If there are any issues, please let me know before 830. At 9pm it will be final.
Panhandle Basketball
The following message is from the Convention Center.
If you are parked in the front of the convention center, thecity of Mobile is planning on towing your vehicle and we want to avoid that. They advise the parking below the convention center or the parking garage across the street.
Thank you
Mobile Convention Center
Here a couple reminders for the tournament:
1. Cash Only at the door, please let your parents know!
2. All team Check In will be at the convention center regardless of where their 1st game is. Follow Team Check In rules. They have been sent to you several times!
3. We have a zero tolerance on poor behavior or poor sportsmanship, from anyone!
4. Gyms will NOT open, until 30 mins before the 1st game in that gym!
5.. Be on time! Going through security and bag check will cause a bit of delay. Teams need to arrive at least 1 hr prior to their 1st game.
6. All bags will be checked and be aware of the prohibited items.
Thank you
Panhandle Basketball
Panhandle Basketball
Please look over the schedule, we had to make a few changes. The changes may or may not affect your team, so please look over the schedule to make sure you have the correct times and court!
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CASH ONLY Please let your parents know! Admission Prices Weekend Pass: $50( Weekend pass is the same price on Friday and Saturday) Daily Pass: Friday: $20 Saturday: $35 Sunday: $30 Kids 11 and under: Free CASH ONLY Thank you for your cooperation and support. We look forward to a great event and appreciate your help in making it a positive experience for all. Panhandle Basketball
6/27/2025 2:31 PMPlease allow yourself time to arrive at the convention center early. Security will be checking everyone at the entrance. We are sharing the convention center with a church group!
6/27/2025 2:29 PMPlease look over the schedule to make sure you have the most up to date times and venues!
6/27/2025 2:24 PM
CASH ONLY Please let your parents know!
Admission Prices
Weekend Pass: $45( Weekend pass is the same price on Friday and Saturday)
Daily Pass:
Friday: $20
Saturday: $30
Sunday: $25
Kids 11 and under: Free
CASH ONLY
Thank you for your cooperation and support. We look forward to a great event and appreciate your help in making it a positive experience for all.
Panhandle Basketball
Good Afternoon
Here a couple reminders for the tournament:
1. Cash Only at the door, please let your parents know!
2. Follow Team Check In rules. They have been sent to you several times!
3. We have a zero tolerance on poor behavior or poor sportsmanship, from anyone!
4. Gyms will NOT open, until 30 mins before the 1st game in that gym!
5.. Be on time!
6. All bags will be checked and be aware of the prohibited items.
Thank you
Panhandle Basketball
Please understand there are NO EXCEPTIONS to the 2 options for check in. If you do not, you will have to forfeit games! If you don't understand, you can call.
Team Check-In
All check in will be at the Convention Center
We have types of Check-ins for this event:
1). If your team has National Sports ID, the head coach only has to check in.
A. If you have your badges, players and coaches need to wear them and have them available for players before every game.
B. If you do NOT have your badges (please check in with administration they may have them ready), you must print out your National Sports ID roster and have it ready to show before each game.
2) If you DO NOT have National Sports ID, you must print out current pictures( put them all on 1 sheet of paper, no more than 2. Not Individual, but printed like a roster with pictures) of all your players with names. You will need to arrive 1hr prior to your 1st game with ALL Players, their birth certificates, report cards and that roster with current pictures. At check in, we will verify every player and mark your roster with the current pictures, certified!
There are NO EXCEPTIONS to these two options!
Failure to do so will result in forfeit(s)!
Please read, it is very important information!
1. These are the policies of the Mobile Convention Center NOT Panhandle Basketball!
2. Please arrive early at the convention center, the bag check area has moved to entrance of the center and may cause some delays!
3. Parking can be found unnderneath the Convention Center, the lot next to the Convention Center, and across the street from the Convention Center at the Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel parking garage.
Per the Mobile convention center. Please read carefully. ALL BAGS WILL BE CHECKED!!!
This directly from the Mobile Convention Center, not Panhandle Basketball!
SECURITY CHECKPOINT AHEAD
PROHIBITED ITEMS
For the safety and enjoyment of everyone at an event, anyone entering the Mobile
Convention Center is subject to a reasonable search. This includes, but is not limited to bags,
purses, coats and hats. Guests are PROHIBITED from bringing the following items into the
Mobile Convention Center.
Bags larger than 14" x 14" x 6"
Backpacks
Outside food or drink
Alcohol, drugs, illegal substances
Glass, plastic or metal containers
Metal water bottles
Coolers
Knives, firearms or weapons of any kind
Pepper spray/Mace
Laser pointers
Flags/signs with poles
Parcels
Any items the contents of which is not
displayed
Strollers or baby seats
Folding chairs
Noise makers or horns
The Mobile Convention Center reserves the right to restrict any other items that could pose
a safety hazard or restrict the enjoyment of another guest. Any prohibited items may be
returned to a vehicle or disposed of properly. The Mobile Convention Center also reserves
the right to inspect personal belongings of a suspicious nature.
ONLY ONE (1) BEVERAGE
PERMITTED PER PLAYER!
THANK YOU!
Mobile Convention Center
Schedule Is released
6/26/2025 2:11 PM
Please understand there are NO EXCEPTIONS to the 2 options for check in. If you do not, you will have to forfeit games! If you don't understand, you can call.
Team Check-In
We have types of Check-ins for this event:
1). If your team has National Sports ID, the head coach only has to check in.
A. If you have your badges, players and coaches need to wear them and have them available for players before every game.
B. If you do NOT have your badges (please check in with administration they may have them ready), you must print out your National Sports ID roster and have it ready to show before each game.
2) If you DO NOT have National Sports ID, you must print out current pictures( put them all on 1 sheet of paper, no more than 2. Not Individual, but printed like a roster with pictures) of all your players with names. You will need to arrive 1hr prior to your 1st game with ALL Players, their birth certificates, report cards and that roster with current pictures. At check in, we will verify every player and mark your roster with the current pictures, certified!
If you HAVE National Sports ID, you may check in, at the gym of your 1st game!
If you DO NOT have National Sports ID, you MUST check in at the convention center! No Matter where your 1st game is.
There are NO EXCEPTIONS to these two options!
Failure to do so will result in forfeit(s) or dismissal!
There was a glitch with exposure that caused me to have to redo the schedule. It will be out in the next 30 minutes. Thank you,
Panhandle Basketball
Please read, it is very important information!
1. These are the policies of the Mobile Convention Center NOT Panhandle Basketball!
2. Please arrive early at the convention center, the bag check area has moved to entrance of the center and may cause some delays!
3. Parking can be found unnderneath the Convention Center, the lot next to the Convention Center, and across the street from the Convention Center at the Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel parking garage.
Per the Mobile convention center. Please read carefully. ALL BAGS WILL BE CHECKED!!!
This directly from the Mobile Convention Center, not Panhandle Basketball!
SECURITY CHECKPOINT AHEAD
PROHIBITED ITEMS
For the safety and enjoyment of everyone at an event, anyone entering the Mobile
Convention Center is subject to a reasonable search. This includes, but is not limited to bags,
purses, coats and hats. Guests are PROHIBITED from bringing the following items into the
Mobile Convention Center.
Bags larger than 14" x 14" x 6"
Backpacks
Outside food or drink
Alcohol, drugs, illegal substances
Glass, plastic or metal containers
Metal water bottles
Coolers
Knives, firearms or weapons of any kind
Pepper spray/Mace
Laser pointers
Flags/signs with poles
Parcels
Any items the contents of which is not
displayed
Strollers or baby seats
Folding chairs
Noise makers or horns
The Mobile Convention Center reserves the right to restrict any other items that could pose
a safety hazard or restrict the enjoyment of another guest. Any prohibited items may be
returned to a vehicle or disposed of properly. The Mobile Convention Center also reserves
the right to inspect personal belongings of a suspicious nature.
ONLY ONE (1) BEVERAGE
PERMITTED PER PLAYER!
THANK YOU!
Mobile Convention Center
Good Morning,
We will crown over 35 National Champions this weekend!
We’re excited to announce that the event schedule will be released around 12pm today. Before we do, here are some important details you need to know:
Scheduling Information
We are organizing 175+ teams across 14 courts and have worked hard to accommodate as many of the 65+ special requests as possible. While we aimed to meet every request, please understand that some adjustments may not have been feasible.
Once the schedule is released, any necessary changes will be communicated through a “Schedule Change Alert” via email and text. It is your responsibility to review the schedule and confirm you have the most up-to-date game times.
Team Check-In
We have types of Check-ins for this event:
1). If your team has National Sports ID, the head coach only has to check in.
A. If you have your badges, players and coaches need to wear them and have them available for players before every game.
B. If you do NOT have your badges (please check in with administration they may have them ready), you must print out your National Sports ID roster and have it ready to show before each game.
2) If you DO NOT have National Sports ID, you must print out current pictures of all your players with names. You will need to arrive 1hr prior to your 1st game with ALL Players, their birth certificates, report cards and that roster with current pictures. At check in, we will verify every player and mark your roster with the current pictures, certified!
If you have National Sports ID you can check in at the gym of your 1st game;
If you DO NOT have National Sports ID, YOU MUST check in at the convention center, no matter where your 1st game is!
There are NO EXCEPTIONS to these two options!
Failure to do so will result in forfeit(s) and possible dismisal!
Behavior & Conduct
We have a zero-tolerance policy for poor conduct or inappropriate behavior. This applies to players, coaches, and spectators.
Anyone displaying unsportsmanlike or disruptive behavior will be removed from the event without hesitation.
Please support your team with positive sportsmanship and set a good example for the young athletes.
Bag Checks
For everyone’s safety, all bags (players, coaches, and spectators) are subject to inspection. We will send out a list of prohibited ites for the convention center, shortly.
Admission Prices
Weekend Pass: $50( Weekend pass is the same price on Friday and Saturday)
Daily Pass:
Friday: $20
Saturday: $35
Sunday: $30
Kids 11 and under: Free
Thank you for your cooperation and support. We look forward to a great event and appreciate your help in making it a positive experience for all.
Panhandle Basketball
Please look over the team list and make sure it is correct. If there is a team in the wrong division or not playing PLEASE let us know. Working on the schedule now. Trying to get it out tonight, but it could be as late as tomorrow morning.
Panhandle Basketball
If you have not sent in your schedule request or Division 1/ Division 2 request( not guaranteed ) you have until 10am Tuesday.
The schedule will be released late Wednesday or early Thursday.
Panhandle Basketball
We are going through the payments now and will be finished within the next hour, if you have not made your payment or paid partial payment, this is the last chance to finalize payment.
Please do so @
Cash App - $panhandlebasketball
Venmo - @panhandlebasketball
Make sure you put the team name and tournament name in the memo section.
Panhadle Basketball
If you have NOT made payment, you must do so now. We are about to start a waiting list for this event and need to verify teams. If you registered(if you are recieving this message, you're registered) for this event and for some reason you're not playing, please let us know so we can add other teams. If you haven't paid and we don't hear from you, we will start dropping teams.
This includes partial payments. Tournament fee is $325
Cash App- $Panhandlebasketball
Venmo- @Panhandlebasketball
If you have already made payment(Patrial payments do not count until paid in full), this does not apply to you.
Panhandle Basketball
Good morning
We are just 2 weeks away from the 12th annual Gulf Coast Primetime Nationals.
If you have not made payment, please do so now. If I have spoken with you about payment or you have already made payment this does not apply to you.
Cash App - $panhandlebasketball
Venmo - @panhandlebasketball
We will have division 1 and division 2 in select divisions. You may request which division you would like to be in, there are no guarantees, however we will do our best. Pleas make thos request at the schedule request email below.
Schedule request must be in by Sunday the 20th. You must send those request to schrequests.panhandlebasketball@gmail.com
Schedule will be released late Wednesday or early Thursday, the week of the tournament.
Team Ceck In - You musy have National Sports ID or all birth certicates and report cards and a current picture of all players.
Panhandle Basketball
Description
Age Divisions: 2nd - 12th Grade Team Entry Fee: $325 (Early Registration) $400 (Late Registration) 3 Games GUARANTEED! 1st & 2nd Place Awards! 10 Courts Under 1 Roof! Sells Out Every Year
- Tournament
- All teams
- Boys & Girls: 12th-2nd
- $325.00 entry fee
- 3 game guarantee
- Exposure Certified
Location
Contact
General Information
Age Divisions: 2nd - 12th Grade
Team Entry Fee: $325 (Early Registration) $400 (Late Registration)
3 Games GUARANTEED!
1st & 2nd Place Awards!
10 Courts Under 1 Roof!
Sells Out Every Year
All event related questions should be directed to John McDonald at info.panhandlebasketball@gmail.com or call (850) 380-0818.