Info Showcase
We’re just a few days away from the Preseason Showcase! This is our fifth year hosting the event, and it will be our largest showcase yet. Because of the number of participants, we’ve made a few adjustments that we believe will create a better experience for everyone.
Please read through the following information carefully so everything runs smoothly on Sunday, September 20.
LOCATION
Elite Arkansas Training
232 County Road 702
Brookland, Arkansas 72417
We’re located near the Jonesboro city line, so don’t worry—you won’t be traveling far outside of Jonesboro.
SPECTATOR ADMISSION
Adults and children ages 6 and older: $5
Children under age 6: $2
PLAYER ARRIVAL TIMES
4:00 p.m. Game — Freshmen and Sophomores
Players should arrive by 3:15 p.m. This will give our media team time to meet the players and take pictures before warmups begin.
5:00 p.m. Games — Upperclassmen
Players should arrive between 4:15 and 4:20 p.m. for media coverage and pictures.
WHAT PLAYERS SHOULD BRING
Your school team’s practice jersey
Gatorade or water
Most team practice jerseys are reversible, which will allow us to divide players into light and dark teams. We will also have a small concession stand with drinks available for purchase.
GAME FORMAT
4:00 p.m. — Freshmen and Sophomores
Team A vs. Team B
Two 18-minute halves
Running clock until the final two minutes of the game
One free throw will be awarded. If made, it will count as two points.
A foul on a made basket will result in the value of the basket plus one additional point.
5:00 p.m. — Upperclassmen, First Round
Court 1: Team 1 vs. Team 4
Court 2: Team 2 vs. Team 3
Two 12-minute halves
After the first round, players will receive a 10-minute break to rest and hydrate.
Upperclassmen, Second Round
Court 1: Team 1 vs. Team 3
Court 2: Team 2 vs. Team 4
Two 12-minute halves
SCHEDULE AND ROSTER ADJUSTMENTS
We will do everything possible to follow the posted schedule and team rosters. However, with nearly 50 players participating, unexpected situations may require small adjustments. For example, a player may become sick, a roster may need to be balanced, or an overtime game could cause the next game to begin a few minutes late. If anything like this occurs, we appreciate your patience and understanding as our staff makes the necessary adjustments to keep the event running smoothly and provide the best possible experience for everyone.
PLAYER SAFETY
Officials will be assigned to both courts to keep the games organized and under control. We want the showcase to be competitive and fun, but player safety will always come first.
We will speak with all players before the games about avoiding unnecessary contact. When a player has an open fast-break opportunity for a dunk, we ask defenders not to run underneath the player or make a dangerous attempt to block the shot. Our goal is for everyone to showcase their talent, enjoy the event, and leave healthy and ready to compete for their school teams.
MEDIA COVERAGE
We will have plenty of media coverage throughout the showcase. Photos, videos, and other content from the event will begin being shared the following day.
With nearly 50 players representing Northeast and Central Arkansas, Sunday is shaping up to be an exciting day of basketball at Elite Arkansas Training. We look forward to seeing everyone and believe this will be our best Preseason Showcase yet!
