National Summer Classic presents

2026 National Summer Classic

July 24-26, 2026
Chicago, Illinois
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Sign-ups for contests and nominations for all-star games (held Thursday evening, July 23rd) will close at the end of this week.
We do not take walk-in registrations/nominations. All players must be signed up/nominated in advance!

Please note, the contests are open to all players, and parents or coaches may sign players up for contests at the link below.
However, all-star game nominations must be completedby coaches and are limited to three players per team.

Visit the contest/all-star webpage to complete sign ups/nominations:
https://www.nationalsummerclassic.com/page/show/1090042-pre-event-competitions-and-all-star-games

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7/13/2026 9:43 AM

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Our group hotel blocks close TOMORROW at 5pm (Thursday, July 9) and many are already sold out. Expect hotels to increase room rates by $80-$100/night after the deadline.

Please see the attached PDF or visit www.SummerClassicHotels.com to book ASAP!

Thanks!
National Summer Classic
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Description

24th Annual Event, 6+ game guarantee in Chicago area, Illinois. True pool play to seeded bracket play event. Open to 8U-18U boys & girls, this event draws nearly 300 teams annually. Both "A" & "B" level divisions at many levels and all games are played in air conditioned venues. Great competition! FREE pre-event contests on Thursday evening includes All-Star games, 2-ball competition, 3-point contest, & free throw competition. Visit www.NationalSummerClassic.com for more info! Do not be fooled by other events attempting to mimic what we have done. We don't jump around locations. We don't move our dates around. We never cancel or combine ages. You can view our last 13 years of results online (https://www.nationalsummerclassic.com/page/show/1090043-schedule-results)

  • Tournament
  • All teams
  • Boys & Girls: 12th-2nd
  • Ability: Elite/Competitive
  • $429.00-$499.00 entry fee
  • 6 game guarantee
  • Exposure Certified

Location

Map
Chicago, IL, 60010
Directions

Contact

Jason Schwebke
815-988-4111

Social

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General Information

Visit www.NationalSummerClassic.com for more info! Most games available on BallerTV.

Registration

Register

Registration is currently open for the following divisions:

  • 3rd Grade Boys - NON-REFUNDABLE FULL PRICE Registration (All Registrations After July 6, 2026) ($509.00)
  • 4th Grade Boys - NON-REFUNDABLE FULL PRICE Registration (All Registrations After July 6, 2026) ($509.00)
  • 5th Grade Boys D1 - NON-REFUNDABLE FULL PRICE Registration (All Registrations After July 6, 2026) ($509.00)
  • 5th Grade Boys D2 - NON-REFUNDABLE FULL PRICE Registration (All Registrations After July 6, 2026) ($509.00)
  • 6th Grade Boys D1 - NON-REFUNDABLE FULL PRICE Registration (All Registrations After July 6, 2026) ($509.00)
  • 6th Grade Boys D2 - NON-REFUNDABLE FULL PRICE Registration (All Registrations After July 6, 2026) ($509.00)
  • 7th Grade Boys D1 - NON-REFUNDABLE FULL PRICE Registration (All Registrations After July 6, 2026) ($509.00)
  • 7th Grade Boys D2 - NON-REFUNDABLE FULL PRICE Registration (All Registrations After July 6, 2026) ($509.00)
  • 8th Grade Boys D1 - NON-REFUNDABLE FULL PRICE Registration (All Registrations After July 6, 2026) ($509.00)
  • 8th Grade Boys D2 - NON-REFUNDABLE FULL PRICE Registration (All Registrations After July 6, 2026) ($509.00)
  • 9th Grade Boys D1 - NON-REFUNDABLE FULL PRICE Registration (All Registrations After July 6, 2026) ($509.00)
  • 9th Grade Boys D2 - NON-REFUNDABLE FULL PRICE Registration (All Registrations After July 6, 2026) ($509.00)
  • 10th Grade Boys - NON-REFUNDABLE FULL PRICE Registration (All Registrations After July 6, 2026) ($509.00)
  • 11th/12th Grade Boys - NON-REFUNDABLE FULL PRICE Registration (All Registrations After July 6, 2026) ($509.00)
  • 3rd/4th Grade Girls - NON-REFUNDABLE FULL PRICE Registration (All Registrations After July 6, 2026) ($509.00)
  • 5th Grade Girls - NON-REFUNDABLE FULL PRICE Registration (All Registrations After July 6, 2026) ($509.00)
  • 6th Grade Girls - NON-REFUNDABLE FULL PRICE Registration (All Registrations After July 6, 2026) ($509.00)
  • 7th Grade Girls - NON-REFUNDABLE FULL PRICE Registration (All Registrations After July 6, 2026) ($509.00)
  • 8th Grade Girls - NON-REFUNDABLE FULL PRICE Registration (All Registrations After July 6, 2026) ($509.00)
  • 9th Grade Girls - NON-REFUNDABLE FULL PRICE Registration (All Registrations After July 6, 2026) ($509.00)
  • 10th Grade Girls - NON-REFUNDABLE FULL PRICE Registration (All Registrations After July 6, 2026) ($509.00)
  • 11th/12th Grade Girls - NON-REFUNDABLE FULL PRICE Registration (All Registrations After July 6, 2026) ($509.00)

To make a payment please visit the payments section of the event.


All event related questions should be directed to Jason Schwebke at jason@rockfordbasketball.org or call 815-988-4111.