General | March 31, 2026 | 13:32
NXTPRO™ Sports, the nation's fastest-growing grassroots basketball circuit, is proud to announce its upcoming PRO16™ and NXTPRO™ tournament in Detroit, Michigan. Held from April 17 to 19, 2026, the event will take over the Huntington Place Convention Center, bringing elite youth basketball to the heart of the Motor City.
In a strategic partnership with the Detroit Sports Commission, this high-stakes session will feature approximately 350 teams from across the country. The event serves as a critical stop on the PUMA-sponsored circuit, showcasing top-tier talent in the PRO16™ League and the NXTPRO™ League.
"Detroit has a rich basketball heritage, and we are excited to bring the energy of the NXTPRO™ circuit to such an iconic sports city," said Matt Reynolds, President of NXTPRO™. "Partnering with the Detroit Sports Commission allows us to provide a world-class experience for our athletes and coaches at a premier venue like Huntington Place."
"Detroit has always been a 'hoops town.' From the legacy of the Pistons to the excitement of the NCAA tournament and the next generation of rising talent, basketball runs deep in this community," said
Marty Dobek, Executive Director of the Detroit Sports Commission. "We are excited to welcome the PRO16™ and NXTPRO™ tournaments to Huntington Place and showcase how a world-class convention space can transform into a high-energy sporting arena that reinforces Detroit's reputation as a global hub for sports and entertainment."
The tournament offers unparalleled exposure for high school and middle school athletes, with area college coaches and scouts expected to be in attendance. As part of the PUMA and NXTPRO™ collaboration, the event will highlight some of the top-ranked prospects in the nation as they compete for circuit rankings and scholarship opportunities.
Event Highlights:
- Dates: April 17 to 19, 2026
- Venue: Huntington Place Convention Center, Detroit, MI
- Scale: 350+ teams across 11U to 17U divisions
ABOUT NXTPRO HOOPS
NXTPRO™ Sports is a premier grassroots basketball circuit dedicated to providing elite-level competition and maximum exposure for aspiring college and pro athletes. Through our signature events, including the NXTPRO™ and PRO16™ Boys and Girls Circuits, we showcase top-tier teams and athletes from across the country. By hosting high-caliber tournaments at world-class facilities, NXTPRO™ Sports continues to set the standard for player development and scouting opportunities for high school and youth athletes.
ABOUT THE DETROIT SPORTS COMMISSION
The mission of the Detroit Sports Commission (DSC) is to market and sell metro Detroit as a premier destination for regional, national and international amateur sporting events. The DSC is a not-for-profit charitable organization, IRS 501 (C) (3), and a subsidiary of Visit Detroit. For more information, visit
www.detroitsports.org.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Josh Griffin, (313) 920-3086 |
Jgriffin@detroitsports.org
Kurt Kosmowski, (248) 345-4360
| kurt@thekosmowskigroup.com
