The Henry Community Health Hall of Fame Classic (HOFC) takes place annually at the historic New Castle Fieldhouse, featuring four top boys and four top girls basketball teams from across Indiana. With seating for nearly 10,000, visitors come from all over the Midwest to watch the exciting tournaments. Both days are full of games, halftime shows, and the contagious enthusiasm Hoosiers bring to the sport they love most.
The Hall of Fame Classic, hosted by the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame, celebrates Indiana basketball, community, and history. Each year, the Girls’ Henry Community Health Hall of Fame Classic and the Boys’ Henry Community Health Hall of Fame Classic are held on separate days, showcasing the best Indiana has to offer. The event usually happens during December’s holiday break. For nearly 50 years, it has attracted families, alumni, scouts, and basketball fans.
This year’s dates are Monday, Dec. 22, for the Girls’ Hall of Fame Classic and Tuesday, Dec. 23, for the Boys’ Hall of Fame Classic.
Tips for Attending the HOFC
- Purchase presale tickets online through the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame. Tickets can be bought online here. They can also be purchased at any participating school, if available, and will be sold at the door on game day. Cash or credit cards are accepted.
- New Castle Fieldhouse is five miles north of Exit 123 of I-70
- Parking is free.
- Concessions are CASH ONLY. Four stands at the Fieldhouse sell hot dogs, nachos, walking tacos, breadsticks, pizza, popcorn, candy, and Pepsi products.
- The Fieldhouse seating is mainly wooden bleachers. Bring a stadium cushion for added comfort.
- Doors open one hour before the first game.
- The Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame Mobile Gift Shop will be at the Fieldhouse and accepts cash or credit cards.
Things to Do While You’re in Town
- Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame (located right next to the Fieldhouse)
- The Hoosier Gym
- Historic Downtown New Castle
- Rose City Bowl
- The Rink
Places to Stay
There are a few local lodging options in town if you’re staying overnight. Our lodging choices range from cozy inns to campgrounds and home stays. The Steve Alford All-American Inn features memorabilia from Alford’s high school basketball days. Hotels and rentals fill up quickly around the Classic dates, so book early and check out a list of lodging options here.
