March Madness

For each grade level, there are two divisions for boys and one division for girls. Just like the NCAA tournament, elementary building teams compete against one another. Due to the large number of teams participating and limited gym space, teams are eliminated following their first loss.

Once brackets are set, they are posted to this page under this year's tournament information and updated daily. The entire community is invited to come out and enjoy the games and help support the benefiting charities. There is a $3 admission into the games for adults; kids are free.

Every year, tournament leaders are seeking more than 120 adults to help coach. If you would like to help, please email Ken Yablonsky.

Lakota East and Lakota West girls and boys high school basketball players traditionally volunteer as referees at the games, along with OHSAA certified officials. Many of these young adults have played in the tournament during their elementary days.

A special thanks to all our volunteers for their time and commitment!

All students are encouraged to participate and take advantage of the opportunity to represent their school and compete at the school level. No prior basketball experience is required.

Participating students must complete a registration form in order to be placed on a team. Students also have the option to try out for the competitive division. Tryout and practice information will be available under this year's tournament information. 

Each student is required to pay $25, which includes a uniform t-shirt and the tournament entry fee.