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The Southern Blaze Invitational
Description
Southern Blaze Invitational is the nation's newest and most thrilling youth team sponsorship tournament, showcasing elite male and female youth basketball teams from across the country. This exciting three-day National Basketball Tournament will take place in Memphis, TN. The event is open to all AAU basketball, travel teams, NTBA, Jr. NBA, USSSA, YBOA and youth basketball organizations. There are only 6 teams per division. A total of 90 teams will compete across 15 divisions, with a guarantee of 3 games per team.
- Tournament
- All teams
- Boys & Girls
- Ability: Elite/Competitive
- $500.00-$600.00 entry fee
- 3 game guarantee
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General Information
Each division winner will receive a $1,000 team sponsorship check and player rings, along with a first-class awards ceremony. This is a unique opportunity for players to compete against the best in their age groups.
A total of 90 teams from all corners of the country will gather in Memphis to vie for division prizes. The tournament features 15 divisions:
Female Divisions: Middle School, 9th Grade, 10th Grade, Varsity
Male Divisions: 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 15U, 16U, 17U
Each division has only 6 spots available, and over 30 invitations have already been sent out per division, with even more teams reaching out to join. Time is of the essence, so don’t wait—secure your spot today! Positions are 1st come 1st serve with tourney fee securing your spot.
Tournament Fees:
$600 - Boys 15U, 16U & 17U
$500 - All others
Registration
Registration will be closed after 6/10/2026 (CDT).
Registration is currently open for the following divisions:
All event related questions should be directed to Jason Jones at Jason.Jones@TheJ2SC.com or call 949.820.4708.
