Elmira's Premier Basketball Showcase: The 2024 Josh Palmer Fund Clarion Classic

The 2024 Josh Palmer Fund Clarion Classic, a highly anticipated 32-team basketball tournament, is set to take center stage in Elmira, New York. This annual event, held at Elmira High School and Ernie Davis Academy, has become a must-attend destination for basketball enthusiasts across the region. The tournament promises an electrifying display of talent, fierce competition, and an unparalleled celebration of the sport.

Elevating the Game: A Showcase of Regional and National Talent

Thrilling Regional Division Semifinals

The tournament will kick off on Friday, December 27th, with a series of thrilling Regional Division semifinals. At Ernie Davis Academy, fans will witness the girls' and boys' Regional Division 1 semifinal matchups. The girls' semifinal will feature a clash between Thomas A. Edison and Ithaca, followed by the boys' semifinal between Elmira Notre Dame and Mansfield. The action will continue with the girls' semifinal between Elmira Notre Dame and Binghamton Seton Catholic Central, and the boys' semifinal between Thomas A. Edison and Cardinal O'Hara.

Competitive Regional Division 2 Semifinals

Simultaneously, Elmira High School will host the Girls' Regional Division 2 semifinals, with Johnson City taking on Randolph and Towanda (Pa.) facing off against St. Mary's. The tournament will also feature the Girls' Large School Division quarterfinals, showcasing powerhouses like Troy (Pa.), Bishop Kearney, Corning, Cardinal O'Hara, Horseheads, Starpoint, Elmira, and North Rockland.

Thrilling National Division Quarterfinals

The excitement continues on Saturday, December 28th, as the tournament shifts to the Boys' Regional Division 2 semifinals and the Boys' National Division quarterfinals. At Elmira High School, fans will witness the matchups between Ithaca and Starpoint, Corning and Trumansburg, and the National Division quarterfinals featuring Troy (Pa.) vs. Erie (Pa.), Binghamton vs. Mechanicsburg (Pa.), Horseheads vs. St. Peter's, and Elmira vs. Calvert Prep (Maryland).

Consolation Rounds and Semifinals

Sunday, December 29th, will see the tournament move into the consolation rounds and semifinals. The Girls' Large School Division and Boys' National Division will both have their losers' bracket games, followed by the semifinals in both divisions. The Regional Division 2 consolation games for both girls and boys will also take place at Ernie Davis Academy.

Championship Monday

The tournament will culminate on Monday, December 30th, with the highly anticipated championship games. Elmira High School will host the Boys' National Division championship, as well as the Girls' Regional Division 1, Boys' Regional Division 1, Girls' Regional Division 2, and Boys' Regional Division 2 championships. The Girls' Large School Division championship will also be held at Elmira High School. Ernie Davis Academy will be the stage for the Girls' Large School Division consolation games and the Boys' National Division consolation games.The 2024 Josh Palmer Fund Clarion Classic promises to be a basketball extravaganza, showcasing the best regional and national talent in a thrilling and competitive setting. Fans can expect an unforgettable experience as they witness the next generation of basketball stars take the court and compete for the coveted championship titles.