Where is the event being held?
The 2026 Next Up Showcase will be held at the Chase Fieldhouse in Wilmington, DE on October 3rd and 4th.
Are hotel blocks available?
The Next Up Showcase is a “stay-to-play” event. All participants in need of hotel room should be booking through our Athletes Hospitality Hotel Blocks. You can learn more and book here.
My son will repeat 9th grade, is he eligible?
To comply with NCAA regulations, the event is only open to players that are currently in the 7th and 8th grade. If you are currently in 9th grade, you may not participate in the event.
What is the refund policy if my son can no longer participate?
Due to costs associated with running an event like the Next Up Showcase, refunds are not available inside of 90 days to the event. Players that suffer an injury 30 days or more before the event may be eligible for a credit to a future showcase by providing a doctor’s note. Inside of 30 days before the event, no credits or refunds are available.
Is film available from the event?
All games from the Next Up Showcase will be filmed by Next Level Video. CLICK HERE to purchase game film from the 2026 Next Up Showcase.
Can I purchase Next Up Showcase apparel?
Custom Next Up Showcase apparel is available for purchase by following the link here. Apparel will also be available on site at the event.
We are flying to the event. Where should we fly in to?
Players flying to the Next Up Showcase are encouraged to fly in to Baltimore-Washington International Airport or the Philadelphia International Airport. You should arrive on Friday night and intend on leaving late Sunday night.
What is the schedule for the weekend?
A detailed schedule for the 2026 Next Up Showcase can be found below:
Saturday, October 3rd
11:00am-12:00pm – Check-in on Field 3
12:00pm-1:15pm – College Coach Positional Instruction
1:15pm-1:45pm – Team Practices
2:00pm-6:30pm – Game Play – Each team will play 3 games
Sunday, October 4th
8:00am-8:50am – Playoff games (3v6 Seed and 4v5 Seed)
8:50am-9:40am – College Coach Q&A
9:40am-12:10pm – Consolation/Playoff games and Championship game
12:15pm-12:45pm – All-Star Game
A game schedule for the event can be found here on TourneyMachine.
