Beacon Orthopaedics Flyin' to the Hoop Basketball Invitational

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Summary

MLK weekend boys' basketball event in Dayton, founded in 2003 by Eric Horstman. The 2026 edition drew 29 teams from eight states with 100+ college coaches and national media on-site. More than 90 alums have reached the NBA, NFL, or MLB.

What makes this tournament distinct

One of the longest-running national showcases that still draws true national fields. Trent Arena holds enough fans to sell sessions out without becoming impersonal.

Who it fits

Best for: Programs nationally ranked that want a single MLK weekend stop. Recruits who need ESPN-circuit visibility without traveling to Springfield, Mass.

Tradeoffs: Invite-only and the field skews national, so Ohio in-state programs not yet ranked won't get in. Sessions sell out months in advance.

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