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July 25th & 26th, 2026 | THE FREEMAN CENTER | 📍 1 University Pl. Newport News VA.

Get ready for one of the most exciting basketball weekend in Virginia!

The 18th Annual Stop The Violence Basketball Tournament® is back and at new venue, bringing together some of the region's most talented teams for two action-packed days of intense competition, unforgettable moments, and community unity.

Watch 16 men's teams battle through a thrilling double-elimination tournament as they compete for the championship glory inside the beautiful Freeman Center on the campus of CNU. Every game matters. Every possession counts. Every team is fighting to survive and advance.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

🏀 High-energy basketball games from start to finish

🔥 Championship-level competition

🎵 Live DJ keeping the energy flowing all weekend

🌭 Concessions available

📸 Exciting moments and memories for the whole family

🏆 A championship atmosphere you have to experience in person

Whether you're a basketball fan, former player, supporter of the community, or simply looking for an exciting weekend event, this is the place to be.

Bring your friends. Bring your family. BRING YOUR LOUDEST CHEERS. The gym will be rocking, the competition will be fierce, and the memories will last long after the final buzzer sounds.

Don't just hear about it later-be there and experience it for yourself.

Venue 📍: The Freeman Center on CNU's campus (1 University Pl, NN Va. 23606)

⌚ Tip off starts at 10:00 AM on the 25th & 26th

📆 July 25th & 26th, 2026

Fee: $10 (Buy Tickets online or pay at the door) Kids 5yrs and under are free.

Check here to see if spots are available to register to play in this event.

Contact: For further questions or concerns please call us at 757-349-6806 or email us at: stvbball@gmail.com