Springfield Public Schools Athletic Director Josh Scott is pulling back the curtain on the 2027 Tournament of Champions field, which brings together a national lineup of high school basketball programs from Las Vegas to New York. The goal isn’t just name recognition, it’s building a balanced, competitive bracket designed to deliver 12 games filled with real pace, pressure, and storylines that matter.

Scott breaks down the philosophy behind the selections, from navigating today’s transfer portal era to the importance of coach-player relationships in building sustainable programs. The field includes programs like Bishop Gorman and Webster Groves, along with standout talent such as Scotty Atkinson, plus an update on Springfield’s coaching landscape and the new leadership stepping in. It all points to a weekend built around competition, and a clear look at where high school basketball is headed next.

Springfield Public Schools Athletic Director Josh Scott is pulling back the curtain on the 2027 Tournament of Champions field, which brings together a national lineup of high school basketball programs from Las Vegas to New York. The goal isn&rsquo;t just name recognition, it&rsquo;s building a balanced, competitive bracket designed to deliver 12 games filled with real pace, pressure, and storylines that matter.
Scott breaks down the philosophy behind the selections, from navigating today&rsquo;s transfer portal era to the importance of coach-player relationships in building sustainable programs. The field includes programs like Bishop Gorman and Webster Groves, along with standout talent such as Scotty Atkinson, plus an update on Springfield&rsquo;s coaching landscape and the new leadership stepping in. It all points to a weekend built around competition, and a clear look at where high school basketball is headed next.

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Welcome to the official 102.1 The Won &mdash; your all-access pass to local sports, expert picks, live betting odds, and real-time updates for the Springfield, MO area.
-Local Coverage, Local Voice &mdash; In-depth coverage of Springfield-area teams and sports stories you care about. -Live Sports Odds &amp; Boards &mdash; View real-time odds for NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and more. -Pro Picks &amp; Betting Insights &mdash; Daily expert picks and analysis to help you level up your game. -On-Air Shows &amp; Podcasts &mdash; Stream live shows like VSiN Primetime, Keys to the Kingdom, and more. -Alerts &amp; News &mdash; Get notified on big games, breaking scores.