MLK Basketball Classic
The MLK Basketball Classic took 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 – Lineweaver 49, Grijalva 4
9:00 Willcox 47, Santa Rita 44 (Boys)
10:45 Pusch Ridge 48, Sabino 27 (Girls)
12:30 Mountain View 70, Catalina Foothills 51 (Boys)
2:15 Amphi 49, Douglas 36 (Girls)
4:00 Sahuaro 65, Cholla 53 (Boys)
5:45 Sunnyside 46, Nogales 23 (Girls)
7:30 Cienega 73, Buena 57 (Boys)
The day included 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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2021 MLK Basketball Classic Cancelled due to Covid-19
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