2023 MSHSAA BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS

March 9-11 | Class 1, 2, and 3

March 16-18 | Class 4, 5, and 6

In 2023, Springfield will host the MSHSAA State Basketball Championships for the 6th and final year of the bid term. The Sports Commission is proud to have brought the event to Springfield and appreciates the contributions of its community partners, Missouri State University and the local hotel industry.

Despite facing challenges due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the tournament has consistently drawn large crowds to Springfield. Great Southern Bank and Hammons Student Center provided excellent venues for the event. In 2023, the tournament is expected to be even bigger.

2018 - 34,439

2019 - 36,512

2020 - 5,189

2021 - 31,508

1st Year in Springfield

2nd Year in Springfield

Week 1 - Covid-19

Attendance Restrictions

Week 2 - Canceled

Covid-19 Attendance & Concessions Restrictions

The Sports Commission would like to extend a special thanks to the nearly 100 local residents who supported the Championships through the Team Ambassador Program. Your contributions made the teams feel at home while in Springfield.

2022 - 33,111

Return to Normal Attendance Procedures

In 2024, the event will return to Columbia, Missouri. The Springfield Sports Commission wishes the Columbia Sports Commission much success in hosting the tour-