The Rose Classic

The Rose Classic, established in 2006, has become the benchmark brand for organized, competitive basketball for the female student athlete. The Rose Classic creates a unique atmosphere where these student athletes can grow athletically and socially. Since its inception, the "Rose" as it is affectionately known, has attracted some of the nations top talent that has gone on to have success in college, overseas and the WNBA. Some standouts that have participated in the "Rose" are Epiphany Prince (Rutgers/Chicago Sky), Kia Vaughn (Rutgers/NY Liberty), Shannon Bobbit (Tennessee/Indiana Fever),Samantha Prahalis (Ohio State), Erica Morrow (Syracuse), Maggie Lucas (Penn State), Stephanie Dolson (UConn), Bria Hartley (UConn), Jenn O'Neil(Kentucky), Bra'Shey Ali (Kentucky) and China Crosby (Virginia). The Rose Classic runs Spring and Fall cycles on an annual basis. The league is open to High School, AAU, Travel and other organized teams. Players must be 19 years and under and cannot have been enrolled in or attending college. With the Elite Level of support provided by NIKE, the Rose Classic has become a platform to tune up for both the AAU and High School seasons.