State Basketball Finals

  • March 25 - 26, 2011
  • Rockford Middle School, High School and High School Freshman Center
  • Rockford, Michigan

Click here for 2011 State Basketball Final Results - Sr. Males

Click here for the 2011 State Basketball Final Results - Females

Click here for the 2011 State Basketball Final Results - Juniors

Click here for the 2011 State Basketball Finals Skills Results

Click here for the 2011 State Basketball Finals divisions and schedules!

 

Click here for the 2011 State Basketball Finals Press Packet

Presenting Sponsor

Approximately 750 Athletes and 175 Coaches/Chaperones will be participating March 25 - 26, 2011


Rockford High School Freshman Center - 4500 Kroes St., Rockford, MI 49341
North Rockford Middle School - 397 E Division St., Rockford, MI 49341
Rockford High School - 4100 Kroes St., Rockford, MI 49341

Quick Facts

• State Senior Male, Female, Junior and Skills Basketball Finals
• Approximately 1,000 athletes, coaches and chaperones
• For more information on this event please contact us at (800) 644-6404

General Schedule (Tentative)

Friday:
4-5 p.m. Registration & Check-In at Rockford High School
5-7 p.m. Competition Begins at Rockford North Middle School, High School and High School Freshman Campus
5-7 p.m. Dinner at Rockford High School Cafeteria
5-7 p.m. VIP Reception at Reds on the River (2 E Bridge St., Rockford)
6-7:15 p.m. Young Athletes Program at Rockford High School Upper Gym
7:30 p.m. Opening Ceremonies at Rockford High School Main Gym
Victory Dance ("80's" Theme) immediately following Opening Ceremonies until 9 p.m.

Saturday:
7 a.m. Breakfast at Hotels
8-9 a.m. Registration at Rockford High School Lobby
9 a.m. Competition Continues at Various Sites
9 a.m. Skills Registration at Rockford High School
9:30 a.m. Skills Event begins at Rockford High School Upper Gym (Male and Female)
9-3 p.m. Movies at Rockford Middle School Auditorium
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Special Smiles & Dynamic Chiropractic in Rockford High School Wrestling Room
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Souvenirs by Austin's in Rockford High School Lobby
9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Arts & Crafts at Rockford High School Aerobics Room
11 a.m.-1 p.m. Lunch at Rockford High School Cafeteria Only (no deliveries)


LOCATION
The tournament is being hosted by the Grand Rapids Jaycees. This year marks the 30th anniversary that this organization has been the host committee for this competition and Special Olympics Michigan greatly appreciates their support. The following schools will be utilized:

Rockford High School       
4100 Kroes Street
Rockford, MI 49341
(Skills in Auxiliary gym)
Court 1, 2, & 3

North Rockford Middle School
397 East Division Street
Rockford, MI 49341
Courts 4-5 Lower Gym
Courts 6-7 Upper Gym

 

Rockford Freshman Center
4500 Kroes Street NE
Rockford, MI 49341
Court 8


SPECIAL SMILES
On Saturday, the Special Olympics Special Smiles program will be available. This event allows athletes to have access to a non-invasive dental screening by the Grand Rapids Dental Hygienist Society, receive dental hygiene education, a "goody bag", other donated items, and a report card on the state of their oral health. This is a free program and a good way for the athletes to become better acquainted with their dental health. The program runs from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the wrestling room. See attached form to be completed by the athlete.

OPENING CEREMONIES & VICTORY DANCE
Will take place on Friday night in the High School Main Gym at 7:30 p.m. Theme for the Victory dance is the "80's", immediately following opening ceremonies until 9:00 p.m.


  • Becky Cajka, 2011 Tournament Co-Chair, Grand Rapids Jaycees
  • (616) 780-1220