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Welcome to the 2026 DL6 Sports Death Valley Invitational!
Please review the important information below and share it with your parents and players.
Check-In Procedures
• All teams must check in at the gym where they play their first game.
• Facility doors will open at 7:40 AM on both Saturday and Sunday. Please inform your parents and players not to arrive earlier.
• Each team will receive (3) coach’s bands only. If a band is removed or lost, no replacements will be issued. Please keep this band for the entire weekend.
• All players must be in full uniform (jersey and shorts) or have their full uniform in hand when entering the gym.
• Players without a full uniform will not be allowed inside the facility.
• Coaches, please help us enforce this rule with your teams.
Schedules
• Schedules will be posted on the DL6 Sports App.
• Please encourage parents to download the DL6 Sports App for easy schedule access.
• The schedule can also be viewed here:
https://basketball.exposureevents.com/257436/death-valley-invitational
While we do not anticipate changes, please check the schedule periodically up until game time just in case adjustments are made.
Venues
DL6 Sportsplex
Courts: DL6-1 / DL6-2 / DL6-3 / DL6-4 / DL6-5
706 Shiloh Rd.
Piedmont, SC 29673
Important Admission Information
Please inform all parents and spectators attending the tournament that cash will NOT be accepted for admission.
🎟️ Tickets can only be purchased by:
• Online Payment (link below)
• Tap-to-Pay at the door
🚫 Cash will NOT be accepted at the gate.
💵 Cash will only be accepted at the concession stand.
Admission Pricing
Daily Admission (Saturday & Sunday):
• Adults: $20
• Students (Middle School – College): $10
· Must present a valid student ID at admissions
• Children 12 & Under: Free
🔗 Ticket Sales Link
tickets.dl6sports.com
Clear Bag Policy
Clear bags may not have colored tinting or obstructive patterns. Simple logos are permitted. Exceptions will be made for medically necessary items after inspection at the door.
Arcade
Our arcade will be open throughout the tournament, giving players and families something to do between games.
Tournament Rules
📌 Please review the event rules attached to this email before arriving.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.
We look forward to hosting you and your teams and wish everyone a great tournament weekend!
Thanks,
Description
3-game guarantee tournament
- Tournament
- All teams
- Boys & Girls: 12th-2nd
- Ability: Elite/Competitive/Developmental
- $275.00 entry fee
- 3 game guarantee
- Exposure Certified
Location
Contact
General Information
12th Annual Death Valley Invitational Tournament
This prestigious event has consistently hosted over 80 teams each year. We offer A 3-game guarantee, competitive divisions (D1 & D2). Live-streamed games for family and fans to watch anywhere.
Games played at DL6 Sportsplex and other surrounding multi-court facilities. Top-tier media coverage,1st and 2nd place awards and flexible scheduling for out-of-town teams
With over 25 years of experience hosting tournaments, leagues, and camps, we pride ourselves on delivering a well-organized and competitive environment for players, coaches, and families. For more information, contact: LSimmons@DL6Sports.com or JHudgens@DL6Sports.com
Registration
Registration is currently open for the following divisions:
- 3rd/4th Girls - Fee ($275.00)
- 4th Boys - Fee ($275.00)
- 5th/6th Girls - Fee ($275.00)
- 5th Boys - Fee ($275.00)
- 6th Boys - Fee ($275.00)
- 7th/8th Girls - Fee ($275.00)
- 7th Boys - Fee ($275.00)
- 8th Boys - Fee ($275.00)
- 9th Boys - Fee ($275.00)
- 10th Boys - Fee ($275.00)
- 11th boys - Fee ($275.00)
To make a payment please visit the payments section of the event.
All event related questions should be directed to Lamont Simmons at lsimmons@dl6sports.com or call 8643466421.
