MLK Basketball Classic
The MLK Basketball Classic will take place on Monday, January 19, 2026, at McKale Center on the University of Arizona campus. Eight basketball games were played to celebrate the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday.
2026 MLK Basketball Classic Schedule of Games
8:00 AM – Elementary School Exhibition
9:00 Willcox vs. Santa Rita Boys
10:45 Pusch Ridge vs. Sabino Girls
12:30 Catalina Foothills vs. Mtn. View Boys
2:15 Douglas vs. Amphi Girls
4:00 Sahuaro vs. Cholla Boys
5:45 Nogales vs. Sunnyside Girls
7:30 Cienega vs. Buena Boys
The day includes the awarding of scholarships to students and the honoring of high school staff who have demonstrated the values expressed by Dr. King.
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