Youth Basketball Tournaments in Kansas City
Welcome to the Livin' the Dream Tournament Series, where competitive youth basketball comes to life in Kansas City. Whether you're a coach, player, or parent, our tournaments provide the perfect platform for boys and girls to showcase their skills and compete at the highest level. Our winter season tournaments are for boys in grades 3-6 and girls in grades 5-6. We offer tournaments for 3rd--12th grades during the spring/summer season.
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REGULAR SEASON
Six (6) One-Day Shootouts with a 2-3 game guarantee.
SEASON FINALE
Top Six (6) Teams from Regular season Standings will advance to the Series Finale to compete for the Championship. Series Finale is a 3-game guarantee. Teams will qualify Based on highest number of Points in the Standings & their individual Win/Loss records
Note: Teams must compete in at least 3 sessions to be eligible for bracket play
STANDINGS POINT VALUE
Wins = +1
Loss = 0
Forfeit = -1
Note: Certain situations may warrant a younger team being asked to play in a higher age division due to the number of teams on any given weekend. These Teams will receive +0.5 points for competing against older age groups (Ex. 3rd Grade playing in 4th Grade division will receive +0.5 points for each game played)
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REGULAR SEASON
Weekly photo recognition and write up on website and social media photo for top players & teams
*Awards not given during Regular Season play
SEASON FINALE
-TOURNAMENT SERIES CHAMPIONS (Individual & Team Awards)
-TOURNAMENT SERIES MVP
-ALAN MAXVILLE CHARACTER AWARD
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REGULAR SEASON: $140 (2-3 game guarantee)
SERIES FINALE: $180 (3-game guarantee)
MULTI-SESSION PACKAGES
4 SESSIONS: $520
6 SESSIONS: $750
MULTI-TEAM DISCOUNTS
2-3 TEAMS: $10 off per team
4+ TEAMS: $20 off per team
*Limit 6 teams in each division. Multiple divisions may be offered for certain age groups.
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KIDS (12 & Under): FREE
STUDENTS (13-18): $5
ADULTS: $10
SENIORS (60 and Over): $5
MILITARY: $5
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Tournament Registration Deadline will be Tuesday evening the week of each tournament.
Tournament schedules will be released Wednesday the week of each tournament.
Tournaments for Boys and Girls
At Livin' the Dream, we organize youth basketball tournaments that cater to both boys' (grades 3rd-12th) and girls' (grades 5th-8th) teams. Our tournaments offer an opportunity for athletes to develop their talents, build teamwork, and compete against other talented teams from Kansas City and surrounding areas.
ALL GAMES PLAYED IN ONE DAY
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ALL GAMES PLAYED IN ONE DAY 〰️
OLATHE • SPRING HILL • GARDNER • OVERLAND PARK • LENEXA • KANSAS CITY
WINTER 2024-2025
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SESSION 1
DECEMBER 7
DIVISIONS
BOYS 3RD-8TH GRADES
GIRLS 5TH-6TH GRADES
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SESSION 2
DECEMBER 14
DIVISIONS
BOYS 3RD-8TH GRADES
GIRLS 5TH-6TH GRADES
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SESSION 3
JANUARY 11
DIVISIONS
BOYS 3RD-8TH GRADES
GIRLS 5TH-6TH GRADES
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SESSION 4
JANUARY 18
DIVISIONS
BOYS 3RD-8TH GRADES
GIRLS 5TH-6TH GRADES
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SESSION 5
FEBRUARY 1
DIVISIONS
BOYS 3RD-8TH GRADES
GIRLS 5TH-6TH GRADES
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SESSION 6
FEBRUARY 15
DIVISIONS
BOYS 3RD-8TH GRADES
GIRLS 5TH-6TH GRADES
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SERIES FINALE
FEBRUARY 22
DIVISIONS
BOYS 3RD-8TH GRADES
GIRLS 5TH-6TH GRADES
Why Join Our Kansas City Youth Basketball Tournaments?
Top-Notch Competition: Play against the best youth basketball teams in the region.
Skill Development: Every game is designed to challenge your team and help them improve.
Convenient Locations: Tournaments are held at leading basketball facilities in Kansas City.
Comprehensive Evaluation: Our focus is on player development that results in each participant growing through competition.
Our goal is to provide an unforgettable experience for youth basketball players and create opportunities for boys and girls to sharpen their skills on the court.
Why LTD?
For over 23 years, LTD has helped thousands of youth and adult athletes, coaches, officials, and fans through basketball. We have run basketball camps and played against professional teams in seven countries. This gives our players international experience and chances to grow. Many of our athletes have gone on to play at higher levels, showing the strength of our training programs.
In the U.S. and other countries, LTD has built competitive youth teams and top leagues. We help players grow and aim for excellence in basketball. Our commitment goes beyond the game. We use sports to build goodwill and help people discover God's purpose for their lives.
Each person has a unique dream given by God. Through basketball, we help people realize their potential and understand their purpose. Our mission is to help players excel in the sport while growing in faith and character. Learning about Jesus brings clarity and purpose. It helps people understand and reach their God-given dreams.
What our athletes and familes are saying…
“Love their message and the temperament of the coaching staff! True leaders of young men!” - BOB
“We love LTD! Our kids have been very happy! Great ministry, mission, and basketball.🏀” - STACEY
“LTD is a phenomenal organization! They are player development focused. They meet your child where they are at in their basketball journey and focus on making them the best version of themself both on and off the court!” - NATHAN
“We've had a great experience at LTD. Great coaches, great management, great approach to youth basketball for all levels.” - SHONDA
About Our Founder and CEO, Brad Mann
Brad Mann is the founder of Livin' The Dream, Inc. He has a deep history in basketball and has played at all levels. In high school, he was a four-year Varsity letter winner and a McDonald's All-American nominee. He set school records in points, rebounds, and blocks, and he still holds the Kansas all-time record for career rebounds. Brad played NCAA Division I basketball for three years at the University of Missouri-Kansas City before transferring to Missouri Southern State University. There, he helped lead his team to the NCAA Division II Final Four with the best record in NCAA Division II.
After college, Brad played internationally with Athletes In Action against top professional teams. He later played professionally for the Fargo Beez and the Salina Rattlers in the International Basketball Association (IBA).
Brad is a USA Certified Youth Basketball Coach and an ordained minister. He worked at Westside Family Church for over 10 years, leading a satellite location with over 1,000 people and managing the WFC Prison Ministry. Brad has a degree in Communications and manages the daily operations of Livin' The Dream. His strong background in basketball and ministry helps him lead LTD in its mission to inspire and change lives through the game.