MILWAUKEE (Nov. 10, 2026) – Wisconsin's next generation of basketball stars will take center court at Fiserv Forum on Saturday, Jan. 2, as the third annual Deer District Prep Showcase returns for a full day of high school basketball action. Hosted by Fiserv Forum and Bound Wisconsin, the event will bring together 12 of the state's top boys basketball teams for six exciting matchups, giving student-athletes the opportunity to compete at Milwaukee's premier sports and entertainment venue. From thrilling finishes to standout individual performances, the showcase has quickly become an exciting annual event for players, coaches and basketball fans across the state.

 

General admission tickets are $20 and valid for all matchups. Fans can purchase a courtside seat for one game for $50, or all six games for $75. A special $10 student ticket offer will also be available at the door on the day of the event with a valid student ID. Tickets are on sale now at www.fiservforum.com.

 

Deer District Prep Showcase Schedule:

11 a.m. – Altoona vs. Kenosha St. Joseph

12:45 p.m. – Aquinas vs. Darlington

2:30 p.m. – DeForest vs. Hartford

4:15 p.m. – Beaver Dam vs. Onalaska

6 p.m. – McFarland vs. Nicolet

7:45 p.m. – Bay Port vs. Homestead

 

"Over the past two years, the Deer District Prep Showcase has delivered incredible moments and highlighted the tremendous talent across Wisconsin high school basketball," said Travis Wilson, Bound Wisconsin Manager. "We're excited to build on that momentum with another outstanding lineup of teams and players. Competing at Fiserv Forum is a special opportunity for these student-athletes, and we're looking forward to another memorable day of basketball."

 

"One of the things that makes Fiserv Forum special is the opportunity to bring basketball fans together at every level of the game," said Michael Belot, Milwaukee Bucks Senior Vice President of Business Operations & Chief Real Estate Development Officer. "The Deer District Prep Showcase gives young athletes from across Wisconsin the chance to experience playing on an NBA court, creating memories that will last well beyond the final buzzer. We're proud to continue building this tradition alongside Bound Wisconsin and welcome these teams, their families and fans to Milwaukee."