FAB 40 Middle School Showcase
The FAB 40 MIDDLE SCHOOL SHOWCASE is a premier event that gathers some of the most talented middle school student-athletes from across each state. This showcase offers a unique platform for these young prospects to demonstrate their skills and abilities in the presence of various media, scouts, and even some coaches from high schools, prep schools, and colleges.
FAB 40 NOMINATION CRITERIA
The FAB 40 Showcase will feature players who have shown exceptional skills on and off the court during the school season and previously during the travel ball season.
Criteria for selection include:
- Athletes who have consistently performed at a high level consistently against their peers during the school and travel season.
- Consideration of the athletes’ playing position, skills and production.
- Nominations from their coaches, along with easily searchable social media pages and highlights are preferred.
Invitations to selected players will be sent via email or direct messages on social media platforms such as Instagram or X (formerly known as Twitter).Please note, participation in the FAB 40 Showcase is by invitation only.
There will be some outstanding players who aren’t selected, but success is still attainable.
Things to do to help in the selection process.
-Players should have their First/Last Name and Class in their social media bio.
(It's recommended to include height and position)
-Players should have basketball related content on their page.
(Videos that show players true skillset are recommended)
-Players should post basketball related accolades on their page.
-Players must follow NGSHOOPS and FAB40ENC on Instagram and Twitter
WNC FAB 40 MIDDLE SCHOOL SHOWCASE
FEB 7, 2026 (ASHEVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY – SWANNANOA, NC)
CLASSES | 2030-2031
JUNIOR FAB 40 MIDDLE SCHOOL SHOWCASE (6th & 7th Graders Only)
FEB 8, 2026 (WAYNE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL – GOLDSBORO, NC)
CLASSES | 2031-2032
ENC FAB 40 MIDDLE SCHOOL SHOWCASE
FEB 21, 2026 (LIVING WATER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL – JACKSONVILLE, NC)
CLASSES | 2030 ONLY
GIRLS FAB 40 MIDDLE SCHOOL SHOWCASE
FEB 22, 2026 (COMPETITIVE EDGE PERFORMANCE – ROCKY MOUNT, NC)
CLASSES | 2030-2032