Dirt Bowl summer basketball tradition begins in Shawnee Park
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 2:32 AM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
The 57th Dirt Bowl in Shawnee Park kicked off on June 8, featuring teams from across Louisville competing over several weeks. The tournament has a rich history dating back to 1969, originally representing different neighborhoods but now includes teams from businesses and community groups. Co-organizer Ravon Churchill highlighted community pride and support from local officials, as 24 men's teams, four women's teams, and six kids' teams are set to participate. The tournament action begins on June 13 with the Kentucky Bourbons facing Talented Minds at 1 p.m.
- •24 men's teams, four women's teams, and six kids' teams are participating.
- •Tournament matches start June 13, with games scheduled throughout the summer.
- •The Dirt Bowl has been a summer tradition since 1969.
- 2:32 AMYahoo Sports — Dirt Bowl marks summer basketball tradition in Shawnee Park
"Basketball teams from across Louisville enter and compete over several weeks with the tournament at the end of the summer. On June 14, the 502 Bad Boys will go head-to-head with (Only The Family) OTF at 1 p.m.
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