... College Combine Partner | The Talent Showcase

TTS Tournaments Presents

Classic on the Dan

Harry Johnson Memorial

Basketball Showcase

July 16–19, 2026Danville, VA96 Teams

Four days. One epic youth basketball showcase. Competition, education, media, and community all in one place.

Message from the President

Dear Champions,

Welcome to the Classic on the Dan. Coming back to Danville for this weekend means a lot to me. I grew up here, played ball here, and learned some of my earliest lessons in gyms just like the ones you'll be in this weekend.

Basketball gave me structure, confidence, and people who cared enough to push me. What I wanted to build here is the kind of experience I wish had existed back then, something that supports the athlete and the family, not just the scoreboard.

This weekend is about competition, yes, but it's also about moments. About learning, connecting, and being part of a community that still believes in doing things the right way.

Thank you for being here. Thank you for supporting your athlete. I hope this weekend gives you great basketball, meaningful experiences, and memories you'll carry with you long after the final buzzer.

Gregg Fittz

President & Managing Partner, TTS The Talent Showcase

Basketball event

Special Thanks

Chris Johnson

Harry Johnson Foundation

Classic on the Dan Basketball Showcase

Welcome to the Classic on the Dan

The Classic on the Dan is a youth basketball showcase for boys and girls ages 10–16, produced by The Talent Showcase (TTS). It is a competitive basketball weekend designed for today's youth sports environment.

This showcase brings everything together in one place:

  • Basketball competition is the anchor
  • Athlete education happens on site
  • Media exposure is guided
  • Community events are part of the weekend experience

This weekend is not about adding pressure. It's about clarity.

Coach Harry Johnson

About Coach Harry Johnson

Coach Harry Johnson dedicated his life to teaching basketball and shaping athletes in Danville. He viewed the game as a classroom for learning discipline, accountability, teamwork, and respect. While winning was important, character and conduct were paramount. The Classic on the Dan honors his legacy by fostering organized competition and promoting growth, character, and community among the next generation of athletes.

Event Schedule

Schedule at a Glance

Four days packed with competition, education, community events, and unforgettable moments.

16

JULY

Thursday

  • Team check-in and registration
  • Opening Ceremony (evening)
  • Vendor Village opens during Opening Ceremony

17

JULY

Friday

  • Basketball Tournament begins
  • Golf Outing (8AM shotgun start)
  • Media Zone activations
  • NIL Workshops
  • Vendor Village open

18

JULY

Saturday

  • Tournament play continues
  • Community 5K Run/Walk
  • Media Zone activations
  • Skills development sessions
  • Vendor Village open throughout the day

19

JULY

Sunday

  • Championship games
  • Awards and closing moments

Key Moments You Don't Want to Miss:

Opening CeremonyMedia ZoneNIL WorkshopsVendor VillageGolf & 5K Run/WalkChampionship Games

Beyond the Game

Weekend Experience Add-Ons

The weekend is designed so everyone has a place. Whether you're an athlete, coach, family member, or community supporter.

2,500+

People on Site

96

Teams Competing

4

Days of Events

7 in 10

Families Share Moments

Media Zone

Media Zone

The TTS Media Zone is a structured on-site interview and storytelling space where student-athletes learn how to communicate their story with confidence. Guided interviews, professional production, and intentional coaching help athletes understand visibility, responsibility, and how to represent themselves beyond the game.

Skills Development

Skills Development

On-site trainers provide focused one-on-one and team sessions designed to reinforce fundamentals, preparation habits, and in-game decision making. These sessions support development without disrupting competition flow.

Celebrity Golf Invitational

Celebrity Golf Invitational

$150 per golfer

The Celebrity Golf Invitational unites partners, coaches, families, and community leaders in a relaxed atmosphere that fosters meaningful conversation. It extends the weekend beyond the gym, promoting connection, collaboration, and investment in youth sports.

5K Run/Walk

5K Run/Walk

$35 per runner/walker

The 5K Run/Walk encourages community participation in an active way, promoting visibility and wellness. It establishes a shared starting point for all, emphasizing community ownership of the weekend event.

Get Involved

Partnership & Sponsorship

One weekend. Multiple ways to engage. Built to fit your goals. TTS allows organizations to participate in the areas where alignment is strongest.

Sponsorship

One Weekend. Multiple Ways to Engage.

Built to Fit Your Goals.

Annual Partnership Pathways

Legacy Partner

Contact for Pricing

Invest in the long-term mission of TTS and help shape the environment athletes grow within. Support fuels leadership development, athlete education, and community-based programming.

Education Partner

Contact for Pricing

Invest in learning experiences that help athletes and families navigate today's sports landscape. Includes NIL education, financial literacy, media readiness, and decision-making support.

Performance Partner

Contact for Pricing

Support athlete development through verified assessment and preparation tools. Performance assessments are conducted using Zybek timing technology.

Foundational Partner

Contact for Pricing

Support the infrastructure that allows TTS programs and events to operate with consistency and care. Ensures athletes, families, and coaches experience organized, reliable environments.

Hoop Zone Sponsorships

Structured visibility. Weekend-long presence. The competitive core of the weekend.

Lead Partner

$4,000

Supporting Partner

$2,000

Court / Program Feature Partner

$1,000

Team or Bracket Partner

$1,000

Media Zone Sponsorship

The TTS Media Zone is a dedicated on-site interview and storytelling environment where student-athletes participate in guided media experiences. Partner recognition, on-site brand integration, inclusion in media content, and curated photo/video assets.

Investment

$15,000

Community Impact Zone Sponsorships

This is where the weekend expands beyond the gym. The Community Impact Zone brings together families, local businesses, alumni, and supporters through shared experiences that create energy before and after the games.

Celebrity Golf Invitational

Golf Outing Activation

What It Delivers

  • Direct engagement with decision-makers and community leaders
  • Brand placement across course signage and event materials
  • Photo and content capture for post-event storytelling

Investment Levels

Impact Lead$3,000
Beverage Cart$2,500
Hole Sponsor$500
5K Run Walk

5K Run / Walk Activation

What It Delivers

  • High-visibility brand placement across race signage and bibs
  • Social media and photo moments throughout the course
  • Organic content from families and athletes participating together

Investment Levels

Impact Lead$3,000
Start Line$2,500
Warm-Up/Cool Down$1,000
Water Station$750
Mile Marker$500

Vendor Village Sponsorships

A high-traffic marketplace connecting local businesses, entrepreneurs, and brands directly with thousands of attendees throughout the weekend. Enjoy 3 days of high foot traffic.

Vendor Booths

Vendor Booths

$350

  • High-visibility brand presence
  • Social media and photo moments throughout the weekend
  • Organic content from families and athletes participating together
Food Trucks

Food Trucks & Vendors

$750

  • High-visibility brand presence
  • Social media and photo moments throughout the weekend
  • Organic content from families and athletes participating together

Official Event Wristband

$3,000

  • High-visibility brand on every attendee wristband
  • Social media and photo moments throughout the weekend
  • Organic content from families and athletes participating together

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