(La Porte, IN) - The La Porte Invitational featuring some of the best young high school basketball talent in the nation is returning.

 

10 of the best high school programs from across the country, including La Lumiere, will play games over three consecutive days at the Civic Auditorium beginning January 8.

 

High school basketball fans can start counting down to another unforgettable weekend of hoops as the La Porte Invitational returns to the historic La Porte Civic Auditorium this January, according to La Porte Mayor Tom Dermody.

 

“This event brings together some of the best programs and brightest young talent in the country, and many of these athletes are on their way to competing at the highest levels of college basketball and even the NBA,” he said.

 

The historic feel of the near century old Civic Auditorium enhances the experience for players and fans.

 

“It’s a special experience, and one basketball fans won’t want to miss,” Dermody said.

 

Over the years, the La Porte Invitational has welcomed more than 30 McDonald’s All-Americans and over 25 players who have gone on to be selected in the NBA Draft, including the 2025 first overall selection Cooper Flagg.

 

La Lumiere will be the hometown team with a talented roster that includes future Indiana University player Chase Branham.

 

One of the La Lumiere games will be televised live nationally on Fox Sports 1 (FS1 on Saturday, January 9 beginning at 1 p.m.  A full game schedule and ticketing information is available online at laporteinvitational.com.