In what has become a signature event on the youth basketball calendar, the 17th Annual Vegas Elite Invitational Basketball Tournament once again proved why it stands apart from the rest. With 190 teams converging on Las Vegas from coast to coast, the two-day hoops showcase delivered unforgettable moments across four bustling gymnasiums throughout the city.

The March 29-30 extravaganza featured boys and girls divisions across multiple age groups and skill levels, creating a perfect storm of competitive basketball. What separates the Vegas Elite Invitational? As tournament organizers proudly state: “Not all events are created equal – they aren’t run the same – they don’t have the same feel or the same energy — WE DO!”

That energy was palpable throughout the weekend, particularly in several nail-biting championship matchups. The 14U Boys Gold division saw Sin City Sauce Boys Inferno edge out 1 of 1 in a thrilling 37-34 contest that came down to clutch free throws in the final minutes. Similarly, the 15U Boys Silver East division featured CM 2029 Global barely escaping with a 39-37 victory over West Coast Rebels in a back-and-forth affair that had spectators on the edge of their seats.

Perhaps the most dramatic finale came in the 17U Boys East division, where VEBC Team Decisive outlasted Salt Lake Rebels 17U Black in a 61-58 barnburner that showcased the remarkable talent level present throughout the tournament.

The girl’s divisions delivered equally compelling action. ABC Lady Spotlight captured the Girls MS East championship with a heart-stopping 21-20 victory over VEBC 7 Blue, while the 17U Girls American division saw VEBC 17U National hold off FBC NW Alliance 35-32 in another contest that demonstrated the razor-thin margin between these elite programs.

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Tournament director Brian Sitter reflected on the event’s success: “Watching these young athletes compete at such a high level reminds us why we’ve been committed to this tournament for 17 years. The passion, sportsmanship, and skill on display create an atmosphere unlike any other youth basketball event.”

Local powerhouse Vegas Elite Basketball Club was well-represented among the champions, capturing titles in multiple divisions, including the 11U Boys (VEBC 4 Blue), 13U Boys Gold (VEBC 7 Blue), and 17U Girls American (VEBC 17U National) brackets.

For those looking to relive the excitement, comprehensive photo albums and videos from the weekend are available at Vegaselitebasketballclub.org. The primary media coverage for the event was provided by Anything For Sports, Las Vegas’s #1 media company specializing in the coverage of local teams and athletes.

As another successful Vegas Elite Invitational goes into the books, basketball enthusiasts are already looking forward to what the 18th annual edition will bring. If this year’s tournament was any indication, expect even more elite competition, unforgettable moments, and the unique energy only Vegas Elite can deliver.

Boys’ Divisions: Fierce Competition and Rising Stars

The boys’ brackets were stacked with talent, delivering some of the weekend’s most memorable moments. Here’s a rundown of the champions and key matchups:

• 9U Boys: SCSB Snipers 9u dominated Cavs with a 38-19 win, setting the tone early.
• 9U Gold / 10U Boys: AVAC Hoyas 9u White took down VEBC 3 Blue 45-31.
• 11U Boys: VEBC 4 Blue cruised past VEBC 5 White 53-21 in a commanding performance.
• 12U Boys American: Reach and Teach 6th beat VEBC 5 Blue 54-36 to claim the title.
• 12U Boys National: VEBC 6 White emerged victorious over Cavs 12u.
• 13U Boys Bronze: SEB 13U topped AVAC Hoyas 13U Blue.
• 13U Boys Gold: VEBC 7 Blue edged out VEBC 6 Blue 44-33 in a thrilling showdown.
• 13U Boys Silver: AVAC Hoyas 13U White defeated ABC Spotlight 2030.
• 14U Boys Bronze: AVAC Hoyas 14U outlasted San Diego Piranhas 51-44.
• 14U Boys Gold: Sin City Sauce Boys Inferno narrowly beat 1 of 1, 37-34, in a heart-pounding finish.
• 14U Boys Silver East: CM Elite 2029 Black held off 5onFive Ballerz 34-30.
• 14U Boys Wartooth: 5onFibe Hooperz crushed A.C.E.S. Silver 14U 53-33 in the Silver West division.
• 15U Boys Bronze: VEBC 2029 White dominated San Diego Piranhas 57-38.
• 15U Boys Gold: SEB 15u National outfought VEBC 15u National 57-51 in a close contest.
• 15U Boys Silver East: CM 2029 Global slipped past West Coast Rebels 39-37.
• 15U Boys Silver West: LV Knicks 15U beat Salt Lake Rebels 15u 46-42.
• 16U Boys Bronze: ABC Spotlight 16U Black topped SEB 16U Palmdale 50-40.
• 16U Boys Gold: Vegas Elite 2029 Jr EYBL edged Salt City Hustle 45-42.
• 16U Boys Silver: VEBC 16U Black defeated Salt Lake Rebels 16U Black 48-37.
• 17U Boys East: VEBC Team Decisive beat Salt Lake Rebels 17U black 61-58 in a thriller.
• 17U Boys Showcase: VEBC 15U EYBL went undefeated at 3-0 to take first place.
• 17U Boys West: Salt City Hustle dominated ABC Spotlight 78-58.

Girls’ Divisions: Power and Precision

The girls’ divisions were equally electrifying, with top-tier athletes shining bright. Here are the winners and standout games:

• 12U Girls: WC Reign 6th Red squeaked past Vegas Bulldogs 6th White 23-20 in a tight battle.
• Girls MS West: LYL 14U beat Vegas Bulldogs 7 Back 37-23 with authority.
• Girls MS East: ABC Lady Spotlight edged VEBC 7 Blue 21-20 in a down-to-the-wire finish.
• 15U Girls: VEBC 15U White topped WC Reign JV 29-24.
• 16U Girls: SUSA 15U dominated FBC California 16U 49-28 in a statement win.
• 17U Girls Patriot: SUSA 16U defeated Bouncenation 4 Real 15U E40 33-22.
• 17U Girls American: VEBC 17U National narrowly beat FBC NW Alliance 35-32.
• 17U Girls National: FBC United WC GUAA crushed Bouncenation 4 Real 17U E40 40-19.