Get ready for one of the most exciting basketball events of the year—Hoopfest @ Marshall County, returning December 4–6, 2025, at Reed Conder Gymnasium in Benton, Kentucky! This three-day showcase brings together powerhouse high school teams from 10 different states, creating an electric atmosphere where future college stars compete on one legendary stage.
From Kentucky to California and everywhere in between, teams are traveling to legendary Kentucky Lake to battle it out in front of college scouts, recruiters, and enthusiastic fans. Whether you’re a die-hard basketball follower or just love high-energy events, The Hoopfest at Marshall County is your chance to witness the early chapters of future NCAA and NBA talent.
Game Details
The action tips off on Thursday, December 4, and continues through Saturday, December 6, with full-day sessions featuring teams from Kentucky, Georgia, Louisiana, North Carolina, Mississippi, Missouri, Virginia, Tennessee, and California. Games will be played inside Reed Conder Gymnasium at Marshall County High School, located at 416 High School Road, Benton, KY. Check out the full game schedule on the event graphic above or follow @HoopfestMC on Facebook and Instagram for updates, ticket giveaways, results, and behind-the-scenes content.
Tickets & Admission
Spectators can purchase game day sessions or weekend passes through GoFan, the official digital ticketing platform for HoopfestMC.
Buy your tickets now: GoFan.co – Hoopfest @ MC
All seats are general admission—so grab your friends, wear your school colors, and get there early to catch every dunk, buzzer-beater, and highlight reel moment. Concessions and vendor booths are open and available throughout the event.
A Showcase for College Scouts
This tournament is more than just a game—it’s a collegiate showcase affiliated with Nike’s Elite Youth Basketball League (EYBL). Coaches and recruiters will be in attendance, keeping a close eye on some of the nation’s top young prospects. HoopfestMC has a strong reputation for producing future stars, and 2025 promises to be another standout year.
Stay, Play, and Explore Kentucky Lake
Make the most of your HoopfestMC weekend with a stay near Kentucky Lake, just minutes from the gym. From cozy cabins and lakefront lodges to familiar hotels, Benton and Calvert City areas offer plenty of places to rest in-between games.
Between matchups, explore local restaurants, holiday shopping and events such as Calvert City’s Holiday Bazaar, Lighted Christmas Parade, and Tree Lighting at Memorial Park—or plan to come back this spring or summer for boating, hiking, and family fun at Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area.
Discover where to stay and what to do at VisitKyLake.com.
Plan Your Hoopfest Experience
Dates: December 4-6, 2025
Location: Reed Conder Gymnasium, Marshall County High School, Benton, KY
Tickets: Buy Online on GoFan
Follow: @HoopfestMC on Facebook and Instagram for updates.
Experience the Energy, Feel the Tradition
@HoopfestMC has become a December tradition in western Kentucky—where hometown pride meets national-level competition. Come cheer, connect, and celebrate the next generation of basketball greatness, “where legends begin.”
Hoopfest 2025 – Where Future Legends Take the Court!