The Big Atlantic Classic is drawing rave reviews from groups that can sometimes be the harshest critics. Teams love the tough matchups, including Bluefield's coach Buster Large, who leads the number one team in Class AA.
"I think it's one of the premier high school tournaments in the country and I think it helps prepare you down the road," Large said.
Radio stations will be broadcasting every game over the airwaves. People will be listening in from all over the state because of the wide spectrum of schools taking part in the tournament.
"When you look at the rosters of teams, it's some of the very best teams in the state, so the area of Beckley is going to be really happy to see this kind of basketball," said Fred Persinger, WJLS-FM General Manager.
In the 24th year of the Classic, teams and buses bring bodies to fill up area hotels and restaurants.
"We estimate that a dollar they spend here for a ticket will turnover about five times with the local hotels, motels, restaurants and the shopping that they do in the local area," said Terry Miller, Operations Manager for the tournament.
Fans travel from as close as Beckley to parts like Oceana and up in the eastern panhandle to see nonstop basketball action.
"We're such a small town," said Wyoming County resident, and Westside student Natalee Hatfield. "You like to travel because it's you getting out of your comfort zone."
"I don't usually get to come to a lot of game like this so it's a pretty big deal," said Alex Barlow, a Westside fan.
Oklahoma City is hosting the Big 12 baseball tournament this year. The West Virginia University baseball team was too close for comfort to the deadly tornadoes' path.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:59 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:59:04 GMT
Oklahoma City is hosting the Big 12 baseball tournament this year. The West Virginia University baseball team was too close for comfort to the deadly tornadoes' path. "We're about 10 miles North of where
Oklahoma City is hosting the Big 12 baseball tournament this year. The West Virginia University baseball team was too close for comfort to the deadly tornadoes' path.
Chris McKinney didn't always dream about being a fighter, but once he was introduced to Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts, that's all he's thought about.
Friday, May 17 2013 6:58 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:58:10 GMT
Chris McKinney didn't always dream about being a fighter, but once he was introduced to Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts, that's all he's thought about. "I wrestled for a long time and then after high
Chris McKinney didn't always dream about being a fighter, but once he was introduced to Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts, that's all he's thought about.
Thursday, May 16 2013 6:36 PM EDT2013-05-16 22:36:59 GMT
Princeton Senior High School is home of the Tigers....and the most competitive senior powder puff team. "We haven't lost a game yet and we plan to keep it that way and go out with a bang," said senior Stephanie
Princeton Senior High School is home of the Tigers....and the most competitive senior powder puff team. "We haven't lost a game yet and we plan to keep it that way and go out with a bang," said senior Stephanie
Friday, May 10 2013 6:54 PM EDT2013-05-10 22:54:20 GMT
If you Google Kelshawn Grant, you'll find football articles. If you youtube him, you'll find a 3 year old video of him playing basketball. Recently, this athlete added a new sport to his resume."He runs
Kelshawn Grant is a middle school track star that is putting up stats comparable to high school scores.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 6:17 PM EDT2013-05-08 22:17:30 GMT
This fall Samuel Ouedraogo will get to play basketball on a national stage. He was selected to play in a tournament for his native country Burkina Faso in Africa. "It's a blessing, a dream come true,"
This fall Samuel Ouedraogo will get to play basketball on a national stage. He was selected to play in a tournament for his native country Burkina Faso in Africa.
Monday, May 6 2013 10:54 AM EDT2013-05-06 14:54:16 GMT
Linda K. Epling Stadium hosted the West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic conference tournament today and Miner's head coach Tim Epling was happy to be asked to hold the event. "It's the last year that
Linda K. Epling Stadium hosted the West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic conference tournament today in Beckley.
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Friday nights are a big deal at Beckley Motorsports Park. "I like to say that we have a party here and a race breaks out," manager Joe Jackson describes his facility.With two sides of the track, one that
Beckley Motorsports Park gears up for races every Friday night.
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