PINE BLUFF, Ark. (Nov. 26, 2024) – Go Forward Pine Bluff (GFPB) today unveiled the 14 teams competing in the 2024 King Cotton Holiday Classic, a nationally recognized high school basketball tournament.
“With continued support from our local sponsors and our dedicated volunteers, King Cotton is back and stronger than ever,” said Ryan Watley, GFPB CEO. “Basketball aficionados or not, this is a must-see tournament with a first-class, family-friendly arena experience.”
Held at the renovated Pine Bluff Convention Center, King Cotton’s reputation for star talent extends to its earliest days. Since it was founded in 1982, the tournament has garnered national media attention, including on ESPN. This year, King Cotton will be held from Dec. 27-30.
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Men’s Division:
Bellaire High School Cardinals (Houston, Texas)
Benton High School Panthers (Benton, Arkansas.)
Bishop Ireton Cardinals (Alexandria, Virginia.)
Bryant High School Hornets (Bryant, Arkansas.)
Germantown High School Mavericks (Madison, Miss.)
Hall High School Warriors (Little Rock, Arkansas.)
Holy Innocents Episcopal School (Sandy Springs, Georgia)
Hot Springs High School Trojans (Hot Springs, Arkansas)
Pine Bluff High School Zebras (Pine Bluff, Ark.)
Springdale High School Bulldogs (Springdale, Ark.)
Springdale Harber High School Wildcats (Springdale, Ark.)
Waxahachie High School Indians (Waxahachie, Texas.)
Westminster Academy Lions (Fort Lauderdale, Florida)
Sponsors include: Simmons Bank, MK Distributors, Saracen Casino, Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Southeast Arkansas College, East Harding Construction, Suzano Packaging and Arkansas Blue Cross/Blue Shield
