FC Invitational

High School Basketball Showcase

2026 Flying Cows Invitational
high school basketball showcase

When Where
December 12th, 2026 Hood College

The Frederick Flying Cows will host the Flying Cows High School Invitational at Hood College on Saturday, December 12.

Five games, from noon until the final buzzer, featuring both girls’ and boys’ varsity teams. Four Frederick County programs — Frederick, Thomas Johnson, Tuscarora, and St. John’s Catholic Prep — take on opponents from across Maryland and Virginia. All games count toward the teams’ regular season records.

SCHEDULE

12:00 — Frederick vs. Milford Mill (Girls)
1:45 — Thomas Johnson vs. Tuscarora (VA)
3:30 — Tuscarora (MD) vs. St. John’s Catholic Prep
5:15 — Frederick vs. Good Counsel
7:00 — Springdale Prep vs. Virginia Academy

TICKETS

Individual game, child — $5
Individual game, adult — $10
All-Day Pass — $15
Courtside — $25

The All-Day Pass covers all five games for less than the price of two single adult tickets.

Get in on the fun between the whistles. Our halftime and timeout entertainment games are open to fans all day, with prizes from local sponsors on the line. [PRIZE LIST TO COME]

Join us for a high school basketball experience unlike any udder! Tickets are valid for the full event – One ticket gives you access to ALL 5 GAMES! 

Enjoy a full day of basketball and entertainment at the Flying Cows Invitational! Concessions will be provided by T.J, High, parking is completely free, and fans can shop discounted Flying Cows merch throughout the event. We’ll also have plenty of in-game entertainment to keep the energy high, plus Bruster’s will be on-site serving milkshakes and other treats. 

Doors open at 12:30pm, with the first game beginning at 1:00pm. Tickets will be sold at the door, pending availability. We STRONGLY encourage pre-purchasing your tickets! General Admission & Reserved Tickets Available. 

General Admission Tickets: Youth (3-17): $8 / Adult (+18): $12

Saturday December 12th
Thomas Johnson high school
frederick, md
The Frederick Flying Cows Invitational will return next season as a premier high school basketball showcase featuring both girls’ and boys’ varsity teams. The event highlights top Frederick County programs as they compete against elite teams from across the U.S., creating exciting, high-level matchups that count toward regular-season records. Fans can also enjoy interactive halftime and timeout entertainment, with opportunities to win prizes and be part of the game-day experience.

2025 Event Details

Rewatch the Action!

Frederick High School (Girls) vs. Spring Mills (Girls)
 
Governor Thomas Johnson  vs. Milford Mill
 
St. Johns Catholic Prep vs. Virginia Academy
 
Tuscarora MD vs. Tuscarora VA
 
Frederick vs. Redondo Union
 

2024 Event Details

Rewatch the Action!

Frederick Christian Academy vs. Mount Airy Christian Academy
 
Saint John’s Catholic Prep vs. Saint James School
Oakdale High Schools vs. Glenelg Country School
Frederick High School (Girls) vs. Westlake High School (Girls)
Frederick High School  vs. Baltimore City College

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