2025 Cruzin Classic
The Cruzin Classic takes place in Fort Lauderdale just prior to the Christmas holiday each season. Average temperature in Fort Lauderdale during the Cruzin Classic is 80° to 85°, making the trip the perfect warm-weather trip for your team!
If you’re looking for convenience on a trip, look no further. Upon arrival at the local airport, Trip Sports transports you to the official hotel for the event. Once at the hotel, almost everything you need is within walking distance. You can find a long list of restaurants, two grocery stores, two pharmacies, lots of other shopping, and the beach all within a short, comfortable walk from the hotel.
Practices and games are held at nearby colleges and universities. Your package with Trip Sports includes the ground transportation to get to and from all of your practices and games.
EVENT DATES
The dates listed are for our standard four-night trips. However, many teams choose to add an extra day or two after the games are complete. NOTE: Two date options are available for NCAA Div. III women’s teams.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
TRAVEL PACKAGES
Participating teams are required to utilize our standard package as outlined below. As noted, we can also assist with some additional options The “Included Features” listed below are part of our events and are provided to all participants (no charge).
Standard Package
INCLUDED FEATURES
OPTIONAL ITEMS
GAME INFORMATION
The event is structured as a classic format, with each team scheduled for two contests. The Cruzin Classic is open to men’s and women’s teams that compete in:
- NCAA Div. II
- NCAA Div. III
- NAIA
OFFICIAL HOTEL
The Hilton Lauderdale Marina is the official hotel for the Cruzin Classic. The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of restaurants, grocery stores, pharmacies, shopping, and the beach.
COMPETITION FACILITY
Located approximately 30 minutes from the official hotel, the Fernandez Family Center on the campus of St. Thomas University is the official competition site for the Cruzin Classic.