Stingers Classic

Description

The Stingers Classic is a three-day, Labor Day weekend youth basketball tournament hosted by GT Stingers Basketball Academy. Featuring 10U thru 14U players with a skill-based bracketing format and a Championship Monday finale.

• Tournament
• All teams
• Boys & Girls: 14U
• Boys
• Ability: Elite/Competitive/Developmental
• $175.00 entry fee
• 2 game guarantee

General Information

The Stingers Classic
Faith. Family. Community. Hoops.

The Stingers Classic Charlotte's first annual Labor Day weekend basketball tournament, hosted by GT Stingers Basketball Academy.

Built to bring together athletes, coaches, and families for three days of competitive, high-level basketball anchored in faith and community values.

Designed for 10U,and 14U boys and girls, the Stingers Classic uses a skill-based bracketing format—so 13-14U teams still building their game can be matched against advanced/elite 11-12U competition, ensuring every team plays at the right level.

Across the weekend, teams will experience organized tournament play, competitive pool, bracket rounds, and a Championship Monday finale. More than just another tournament, the Stingers Classic is committed to developing athletes while keeping the game rooted in what makes youth basketball special—faith, family, community, and hoops.

Tournament Highlights
Three Days of Competition (September 5 – 7, 2026)
Labor Day Weekend / Championship Monday Finale
Inclusive- Based Bracketing (13-14U teams may compete against advanced 11-12U teams)
Pool Play + Single-Elimination Brackets

Championship Awards
Faith-Centered, Community-Anchored Event Atmosphere

Whether you're closing out the summer season, developing young talent, or looking for meaningful competition heading into the school year, the Stingers Classic is where players, coaches, and families compete the right way.

Team Registration
$175 per team

How to Register
To reserve your team's spot, email or text Coach Raynaldi with the following information:

Program Name:

Grade/Age Division(s)
Number of Teams Entering  (space is limited) 
Text: 704-759-6278

Payments may be sent via:

Cash App: 
Zelle:

Your team is not officially registered until payment has been received. Space is limited, and registration will close once we reach capacity.

Admission
Adults: $10 / Kids: $5 / Under 5: FREE

The Stingers Classic — Faith. Family. Community. Hoops.