Murrieta Valley High School To Kick Off Basketball Season With 'Nighthawk Madness'

MURRIETA, CA — Murrieta Valley High School is gearing up for the boys basketball season with its second annual "Nighthawk Madness," a community celebration featuring basketball, games, food and raffles on Saturday, Nov. 14.

The event begins at 6 p.m. in the Murrieta Valley High School gym, 42200 Nighthawk Way, and will introduce the Nighthawks' varsity, junior varsity and freshman boys basketball teams to fans ahead of the new season.

Hosted by the MVHS Nighthawk Hoops Booster Club, the event gives families, students and community members an opportunity to meet the players and coaches while supporting the school's basketball program.

Head coach RJ Shelton returns for his second season leading the Nighthawks, alongside his coaching staff. The event will highlight the players' preparations for the upcoming season, including practices, conditioning and weekend tournaments.

Attendees can expect on-court activities, games, food and raffle drawings featuring gift baskets donated by local businesses. Proceeds from the raffles will benefit all three boys basketball teams.

School leadership, coaches, players and community business partners are also expected to attend.

Nighthawk Madness Event Details:

• When: Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, at 6 p.m.
• Tickets: For fans/guests, it is a $10 ticket fee at the door to get in.
• Where: Murrieta Valley High School Gym, 42200 Nighthawk Way, Murrieta
• What: Basketball activities, games, food, raffles and an opportunity to meet the Nighthawks' boys basketball teams
• Who: MVHS varsity, junior varsity and freshman basketball players, coaches, families and community supporters

For more information, contact the MVHS Nighthawk Hoops Booster Club at mvhsnighthawkshoops@gmail.com.