Rafferty's/Double Dogs Caveland Classic Returns to ECHS for 2024

Edmonson Voice Sports:
The Rafferty's/Double Dogs Caveland Classic is scheduled for this week at Edmonson County High School for it's 18th consecutive year, with games beginning on Thursday, December 26th and finishing on Saturday, December 28th.

This year's event will feature eight girls' teams and eight boys' teams involved in this year’s tournament format, which will be a double elimination tournament.

ECHS Athletic Director Kyle Pierce says fans should expect very competitive games.

“We wanted these games to be good tests for every team," he said. "The girls' teams are very similar and have a good mix of speed and style of play. The boys' side involves teams where games should be toss-ups. They are all very similar with talent and all will play an exciting style of basketball.”

As title sponsor, Rafferty’s & Double Dogs restaurants will once again play the key role in bringing the Classic back to Edmonson County. He said the event couldn't happen without the help of Edmonson County’s own Scott Lindsey, who serves as Rafferty's senior vice president.

“Without Scott, there would not be a Caveland Classic. He not only helps us out financially, but he has provided meals for all the teams, which requires a considerable amount of food. Our girls' and boys' boosters have also stepped up and helped with feeding the teams as well. The teams and coaches that come here are always impressed. The officials are always excited to come here also because they know we treat them well too. This three-day event allows our high school teams, parents, and our fans to stay here at home for a premier Christmastime tournament. We are very fortunate to have Scott Lindsey and the people at Rafferty’s & Double Dogs to help us put on this great event. We encourage you to come early and watch some great basketball.”

There will be eight games each day with four games being played at the High School and four games being played at the Middle School. You may buy a three day tournament pass for $25 (all 24 games) or single day tickets (8 games) are $10 for the entire day. There is no additional cost to ECHS season tickets holders as their cards will be honored throughout the tournament.