The King Cotton Holiday Classic kicks off this Saturday, December twenty-seventh, at the Pine Bluff Convention Center. This years event features the deepest field yet, with star players from top college programs across every division level. Nine Arkansas teams are participating, including defending state champs Bryant and Benton, and host Pine Bluff. The event runs Saturday, then skips Sunday, before resuming Monday and Tuesday, December twenty-ninth and thirtieth. It splits into two divisions: the King Bracket with eight boys teams in a traditional tournament, and the Creed Showcase featuring more games, including three girls teams from Watson Chapel, Lake Hamilton, and Oak Grove, Louisiana. Bryant faces a tough opener against undefeated St. Joseph from California, while Benton takes on high-scoring Inglewood from California. Pine Bluff battles Dallass Oak Cliff Faith Family. The Creed Showcase highlights Power Five talents like Florida State signee Marcis Ponder and Mississippi State commit Willie Burnett from Gillion Academy in Virginia. Expect fierce competition, fan camaraderie, and a real community vibe in Pine Bluff.
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