Who Is Evolution Basketball

We’ve emerged as a premier mid-west tournament provider that’s built for Coaches, by Coaches. Our focus is providing the experience that coaches, players, fans and officials deserve so players can develop and compete.  We started in 2017 with just two feeder tournaments using two court facilities in Wisconsin, in 2025 we have grown to 16 events while using up to 21 courts for one event throughout Illinois & Wisconsin.  We’ve had the pleasure of hosting nationally ranked players and teams from CO, IA, IL, IN, MI, MN, MO, OH & WI!

Our Winter Series runs from November to February each year, offering tournaments that focus on school, feeder and travel based teams from 3rd to 8th grades, for both boys and girls teams.  Our Travel Circuits run from April to July each year, offering 6 sessions within our Evo Kings Circuit, which is for boys 9u-17u ages and offering 4 sessions within our Evo Queens Circuit, which is for girls 9u-17u ages. 

 

Why Evolution Basketball?

Our “For Coaches, By Coaches” mentality helps us create the opportunity to grow and constantly improve by offering:

  • A Visible and Approachable Staff
  • Organized Events With On Time Games
  • Rules That Protect The Integrity Of The Game
  • Scorekeepers Get In Free For The Entire Event
  • High Level High School and Collegiate Officials
  • A Sliding Pay Scale For Officials Based Off Performance
  • Statistics For Every Game In Our Kings & Queens Circuits
  • A One-Of-A-Kind MVP System That Rewards Team Success
  • Player & Program Promotion On Our Social Media Platforms
  • A QR Code Ref Survey For Coaches To Provide Feedback On Refs
  • Online Ticketing So Fans Have Little To No Wait When They Arrive
  • Multiple Sports Writers, Professional Videographers & Athletic Trainers
  • Select Players Compete In One Game In Front Of College Coaches At The End Of Circuit Sessions
Our 2032 nationally ranked team has competed all over the country, and the Evo Summer Nationals in Chicago was one of the best experiences we’ve had. The event was extremely well organized, structured, and communicated from start to finish. Jason and his team do a few things differently from other circuits that bring tremendous value – such as going strictly off age rather than grade, investing in high quality referees (this was the best officiated tournament we’ve ever played in) and guaranteeing more games for the teams. From top to bottom, this was a first-class event, and I highly recommend Evo.
Coach Maestranzi - Founder
Playmaker University, Ohio
Evo consistently delivers a top-tier experience that stands out in the travel world. The quality of officiating is consistently strong and well above the standard typically seen at travel events, adding to the competitive integrity. What also sets Evolution apart is the post-game coverage that makes players feel valued, boosting their motivation and confidence. R2G and Evo's relationship is built on trust, respect and shared values and it’s one we’re proud to continue for years to come.
Coach Hurley - Founder
R2G-Road to Greatness, Illinois
Evo consistently puts on some of the best run tournaments we’ve been a part of. Every event we’ve attended has been organized, well-structured and filled with quality teams. What makes Evolution stand out is their commitment to the overall experience, they go above and beyond to make each event memorable for the athletes. Thank you for raising the standard and providing something special for the basketball community.
Coach Lockridge - President
Racine Truth, Wisconsin
Every Evo event is organized; even bigger, brand-named tournaments have nothing on them in comparison. Their staff makes everyone feel welcome; my parents rave about how great they are, from Jason to the media, even to the front door staff, they’re always welcoming. I’ve even had other tournament directors ask why we keep going to Evo instead of their events! It’s simple. They make everyone feel like family!
Coach Byrd - President
Midwest Royals, Indiana

25 - 26 Events

Winter Series

Fall Prep League
5 Hardwood Courts
Fall Prep League

10/5/25 - 11/9/25

Tremper Main & West Gyms

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Fall Feeder Fest
14 Courts
Fall Feeder Fest
Feeder Teams Only

11/22/25

MegaPlex, OAW & Homestead HS

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Coast To Coast
10 Hardwood Courts
Coast To Coast
Travel, Feeder & School Teams

12/13/25

Homestead H.S. & Tremper H.S.

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Chi Town Throwdown
7 Hardwood Courts
Chi Town Throwdown
Travel, Feeder & School Teams

12/20/25

Canlan Sports & College of Lake County

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Winter Feeder Fest
21 Courts
Winter Feeder Fest
Feeder Teams Only

1/10/26

RecPlex, Tremper H.S. & UW Sports Health Factory

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Great Lakes Takeover
9 Courts
Great Lakes Takeover
Travel, Feeder & School Teams

1/31/26

OAW & Homestead H.S.

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Evo Winter Nationals
10 Courts
Evo Winter Nationals
Travel, Feeder & School Teams

2/14/26

Just A Game Fieldhouse 1 & 2

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Evo Kings Circuit

Crossover Summit
8 Courts
Crossover Summit
Session 1

4/17/26 - 4/19/26

Rec Plex, Pleasant Prairie, WI

9u-17u Boys Teams

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Hardwood Smoke
8 Courts
Hardwood Smoke
Session 2

5/1/26 - 5/3/26

UW Health Sports Factory, Rockford, IL

9u-17u Boys Teams

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Midwest Select Showcase
7 Courts
Midwest Select Showcase
Session 3

5/29/26 - 5/31/26

College of Lake County, Grayslake, IL & Canlan Sports, Lake Barrington, IL

9u-17u Boys Teams

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Cream City Rise
8 Courts
Cream City Rise
Session 4

6/5/26 - 6/7/26

Rec Plex, Pleasant Prairie, WI

9u-17u Boys Teams

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Kings of the Court
10 Courts
Kings of the Court
Session 5

6/26/26 - 6/28/26

Just A Game Fieldhouse 1 & 2, Wisconsin Dells, WI

9u-17u Boys Teams

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Evo Summer Nationals
8 Courts
Evo Summer Nationals

7/24/26 - 7/26/26

UW Health Sports Factory, Rockford, IL

9u-17u Boys Teams

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Evo Queens Circuit

Future’s Uprising
8 Courts
Future’s Uprising
Session 1

4/10/26 - 4/12/26

Champion Center, Appleton, WI

9u-17u Girls Teams

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Lake Michigan Legends
8 Courts
Lake Michigan Legends
Session 2

5/8/26 - 5/10/26

Rec Plex, Pleasant Prairie, WI

9u-17u Girls Teams

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Queens of the Court
8 Courts
Queens of the Court
Session 3

5/22/26 - 5/24/26

UW Health Sports Factory, Rockford, IL

9u-17u Girls Teams

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Evo Summer Nationals
8 Courts
Evo Summer Nationals

7/24/26 - 7/26/26

UW Health Sports Factory, Rockford, IL

9u-17u Girls Teams

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