IMG Academy Ascender Classic

January 21, 2022 - January 22, 2022
Basketball Boys

Add to Calendar 2022-01-21T19:57:14-05:00 2022-01-22T19:57:14-05:00 IMG Academy Ascender Classic https://www.imgacademy.com/events/img-academy-ascender-classic 5650 Bollettieri Blvd., Bradenton, FL 34210

Event Overview

The IMG Academy Ascender Classic is an elite level showcase attracting talented high school basketball teams to play at the prestigious IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida. The showcase is played over the course of two days with each team guaranteed to play at least two games in brand new, state-of-the-art facilities.

Over the past few years, The Ascender Classic has cemented itself as a premier high school basketball showcase bringing in talented teams from all over the nation for a weekend full of competition. The showcase plays host to over 100 college coaches and NBA Scouts and has been a popular visit on the recruiting trail. We are looking forward to welcoming another year of unrivaled competition.

Location

5650 Bollettieri Blvd., Bradenton, FL 34210

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Venue

IMG Academy
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How to watch

All games will be livestreamed. More information will be available here prior to the event.

Contact

General Inquiries
Tyler Shirey
Program Manager
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Stay-to-Play

The Ascender Classic is a "stay-to-play" tournament. Every team participating must either stay at the IMG Academy Legacy Hotel, IMG Academy campus housing, or book through our travel agency, Anthony Travel.

The Legacy Hotel at IMG Academy is the ultimate stay-to-play accommodation for IMG events. Participants and spectators will enjoy a modern suite of luxury amenities at this lifestyle, boutique hotel - all within walking distance from the IMG Academy campus. Recover in our 24-hour fitness center or by our resort-style pool, connect over a meal at Icon Eatery & Bar or Icon Loft, and rejuvenate with Wellness Spa treatment options and in-room dining.

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Travel & Planning

Rental Cars

Enterprise Rent-A-Car promotes an easy-to-use service and has two pickup/drop-off centers within 10 miles of the IMG Academy campus.

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Airport Transportation

IMG Academy offers drop-off and pickup services for all local Florida airports. Teams and players can schedule arranged transportation through Travel and Planning on IMG Academy’s website.

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Local Airports

Sarasota/Bradenton Florida is conveniently located in central Florida and located near many large international airports. Make sure to book travel through one of these local airports.

Local Airports

Local Attractions

Florida’s premier theme parks are located just minutes away from IMG Academy.

Visit Walt Disney World, Busch Gardens, Universal Studios or the Tampa Bay Rays to experience Florida.

Performance Based Nutrition

Dining on campus provides athletes with a full balanced nutritional diet designed for athletes competing at the highest level.

Options include buffet style and made to order menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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Retail

Visit the Official Online Store of IMG Academy at shopimg.com, your IMG Academy branded gear headquarters. On campus shopping also available in the IMG Academy Campus Center’s bookstore.

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