The Virgin Islands Department of Education (VIDE) is proud to announce that its varsity male basketball teams are set to showcase their talent at the 3rd Annual Spring Varsity Showcase Tournament, scheduled for March 7–9, 2025 in Longwood, Florida. Hosted by TK Sports Club, Inc., this highly anticipated tournament will feature the participation of all four public high school teams from the U.S. Virgin Islands.
The defending champions, Ivanna Eudora Kean High School, will be joined by Charlotte Amalie High School, both representing St. Thomas. From St. Croix, Central High School and Educational Complex High School will also take to the court, demonstrating their skill and competitive spirit. The teams will depart for Florida on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, eager to compete against strong national opponents.
The tournament will be held at Milwee Middle School, located at 1341 S. Ronald Reagan Blvd., Longwood, Florida. The action-packed weekend begins on Friday, March 7th, with games leading up to the championship showdown on Sunday, March 9th.
VIDE extends its sincere appreciation to the sponsors whose generous contributions have made this incredible opportunity possible for the student-athletes. Special thanks to: VI Lottery; Neltjeberg Bay Enterprise, LLC; Caribbean Rose; Discover Fund Management, LLLP; Xtreme Sports and Electronics; The Cookie Corner Treat Center; Tropico Management, LP (St. Croix); All Air, LLC (St. John); J Benton Construction LLC (St. Croix); TECO HVAC and Home Improvements, LLC (Maryland); VI Department of Tourism; HFT Realty (St. Croix); US to Caribbean Express Shipping and Transportation (Florida); Bellevue Construction, LLC (St. Croix); Lotus Holdings, LLC; Sterisil International, LLC (St. Croix); Virgin Bay Capital, LLC (St. John); and VI Port Authority.
On behalf of the participating student athletes, VIDE expresses its deepest gratitude to all sponsors. Your generosity plays a vital role in supporting our youth, allowing them to gain valuable experiences at this prestigious tournament.
The Spring Varsity Showcase Tournament provides an invaluable opportunity for student athletes to compete against teams from outside the Virgin Islands. The event continues to attract top Division II and III athletic programs, offering national exposure that can open doors for future opportunities.
If you are in the Florida area, we encourage you to come out and support all of our student athletes, regardless of your alma mater. The support of the Virgin Islands community will be warmly welcomed and greatly appreciated.
Beyond the high-energy basketball action, the tournament will feature performances by the Caribbean Ritual Dance Group, Fete Masters Majorettes, and a Celebrity Basketball Game, showcasing some of the U.S. Virgin Islands' most influential figures. This promises to be a fun-filled, family-friendly event that you won’t want to miss!
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