Presented by Worldwide Hoops · St. Petersburg, FL · November 11–14, 2026
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Fan Experience

Fan Packages & Events

Support your university, secure official fan travel packages, and plan your showcase weekend with team meetups, excursions, and local guides.

Luxury pontoon boat with passengers on the water
Double-deck pontoon boat with slide on Tampa Bay
Spacious boat interior with lounge seating
Luxury motor yacht on turquoise water
Tampa Bay pontoon boat tour
Coastal Charters

Liquid Assets Boat Tours

Reserve a four-hour pontoon slide-boat or luxury yacht tour experience in between the action of your favorite team's games! Perfect for team bonding, family gatherings, or sponsor hosting.

Capacity: Maximum of 13 passengers per boat
Fleet: Pontoons with slides & luxury yachts
Multi-Boat: Ideal for large group sizes
Reserve Boat Tour
Championship golf course in St. Petersburg Florida
Recreation

Premium Golf Booking

St. Petersburg is home to premier coastal championship golf courses. Want to hit the links between matchups? Let us handle the coordination for your coaching staff, players, or sponsors.

Tee Time Coordination

Assistance with securing tee times at premier St. Pete coastal courses for coaching staff, players, or sponsors.

Email for Tee Times

Purchase Fan Packages

Official Travel Packages

Contact the representatives listed below to purchase an official fan package and support your university at the Showdown in St. Pete.

University Partner

George Mason University

Representative: Duraunte Cutts
Contact Representative
University Partner

Bradley University

Representative: Showdown In St. Pete
Contact Representative
University Partner

University of Missouri Kansas City

Representative: BJ Stabler
Contact Representative
University Partner

Florida A&M University

Representative: Athletics Representative
Contact Representative
University Partner

Coppin State University

Representative: Athletics Representative
Contact Representative

Explore Florida

Local Recreation Guides

Dining options, beaches, and family-friendly activity guides for your team itinerary.

Beach Guide

Spend time relaxing on beautiful white beaches like St. Pete Beach, Treasure Island, or Fort De Soto Park — situated just a short drive from the court venues.

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Nightlife

Explore St. Pete's vibrant nightlife scene. Discover waterfront dining, rooftop bars, microbreweries, and walkable entertainment districts perfect for after-game leisure.

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Family Fun

Find family-friendly attractions including world-class museums, waterfront parks, dolphin boat tours, and bayside walking trails for a fun Florida getaway.

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Ready to Plan Your Trip?

Pair your fan package with partner hotel stays and flight info for a seamless tournament weekend.