Tickets on Sale for NJ All-Star Charity Basketball Games

Annual high school basketball showcase events to benefit local nonprofit

Mar. 10, 2026 at 6:20pm

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Tickets are now available for the 47th News Journal All-Star Classic and the 3rd News Journal Senior Showcase, two annual high school basketball all-star games held in New Jersey to raise funds for the local nonprofit Catalyst Life Services.

Why it matters

These charity basketball games have become a beloved tradition in the community, drawing large crowds and raising significant funds for an important local organization that provides mental health and addiction recovery services.

The details

The games feature the top high school basketball players from the region competing in an all-star format, with proceeds from ticket sales and other fundraising efforts going to support the work of Catalyst Life Services. The events are organized by the News Journal, the local newspaper.

  • Tickets are on sale now for the upcoming games.
  • The 47th News Journal All-Star Classic and 3rd News Journal Senior Showcase will take place in March 2026.

The players

Catalyst Life Services

A local nonprofit organization that provides mental health and addiction recovery services to the community.

News Journal

The local newspaper organizing the annual all-star basketball games.

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What’s next

Fans are encouraged to purchase tickets early, as the games are expected to sell out quickly.

The takeaway

These charity basketball games are a longstanding tradition that bring the community together to support an important local nonprofit, demonstrating the power of sports to drive positive social impact.