A Central Whidbey holiday tradition, the Tom Roehl Round-ball Classic, is slated for noon Saturday, Dec. 27.

This all-island alumni tournament primarily features teams from Coupeville, divided up by graduating years. Organizer Noah Roehl said they would like to encourage more Oak Harbor and South Whidbey graduates to take part.

It is preferred that each team include at least half Whidbey graduates.

“We are not opposed to teams from off Whidbey Island participating if they have a strong connection to the event, foundation or community,” the tournament website says. “In the end, our goal is not to see which team can find the most ex-NBA type players to win the tournament.  We would like this event to be an opportunity to play with family and friends and see old classmates.”

Each team is guaranteed three games.

The Classic will be divided into two divisions, open and senior (40+).

Open teams are asked to pay a $125 donation to the Tom Roehl Foundation.

Individual players who would like to be placed on a team should contact Noah Roehl directly at 360-720-5662 or nroehl@tjroehlcom

For more information or to register on line, visit www.tjroehl.org/2014 tournament-info.html

Tom Roehl was a long-time advocate of Whidbey youth and high school sports and activities.