Perry Elementary Wins Erie Royal Basketball Tournament

Co-ed teams from six local schools competed in the annual event at Erie High School.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 8:22pm

A cubist, geometric painting depicting an abstract basketball game, with sharp planes of color and overlapping perspectives conveying the energy and competition of the event.The Royal Basketball Tournament celebrates the athletic prowess and school pride of Erie's youngest students.Erie Today

Students from the Erie School District competed in the annual Royal Basketball Tournament at Erie High School on March 28, 2026. Co-ed teams from six local elementary schools, including Perry Elementary and Grover Cleveland Elementary, participated in the competition, with Perry Elementary emerging victorious over Grover Cleveland in the championship game.

Why it matters

The Royal Basketball Tournament is a long-standing tradition in the Erie community, bringing together students from across the district to showcase their athletic skills and school spirit. The event helps foster a sense of community and friendly competition among the local elementary schools.

The details

The tournament featured co-ed teams from six Erie elementary schools: Perry, Grover Cleveland, McKinley, Wilson, Roosevelt, and Lincoln. After a series of competitive games, the championship match came down to Perry Elementary and Grover Cleveland Elementary, with Perry ultimately prevailing.

  • The Royal Basketball Tournament took place on March 28, 2026 at Erie High School.

The players

Perry Elementary School

An elementary school in the Erie School District that won the 2026 Royal Basketball Tournament championship.

Grover Cleveland Elementary School

An elementary school in the Erie School District that was the runner-up in the 2026 Royal Basketball Tournament.

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The takeaway

The Royal Basketball Tournament showcases the athletic talent and school spirit of Erie's elementary students, fostering a sense of community and friendly competition within the district.