ROSEVILLE, Calif. — A high school basketball tournament is expected to bring about $2 million to the Roseville, Rocklin and Lincoln area economies.
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Each team will play at least four games with the final rounds happening Sunday. The final games on Sunday start at 4:30 p.m.
People can watch the tournament and admission is $10 per day in cash or through GoFan. Parking is $10 per day.
“We’re excited to host this amazing tournament that will bring the best basketball teams and players to Placer Valley,” said Kim Summers, Chief Executive Officer of Placer Valley Tourism and @the Grounds. “It’s a huge win for area businesses, especially hotels and restaurants, and showcases the type of events that the Roebbelen Center and our community can host.”
There are 168 teams competing at the tournament among them Sacramento-area high school teams will also compete, including Christian Brothers, Rio Americano, Sacramento High, Whitney of Rocklin and West Park of Roseville.
“It’s a good opportunity and you get to see what other teams have and what they’re doing,” said Drew Hibbs, Head Basketball Coach at Woodcreek High School. “It’s great for the community, and for fans to see this level of competition.”
About 5,000 people are estimated to attend, according to Placer Valley Tourism.
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