The Saint Francis Merv Lopes Hoops Classic starts today at Manoa Valley District Park Gym with eight games beginning at 9:30a.

Participating teams include ILH title contender Punahou, OIA Red West division leader Leilehua and undefeated OIA White power Farrington.

The Classic runs through Thursday.

Here's the opening round schedule:

9:30a - Pearl City vs. Castle
11:00a - Kapolei vs. Damien
12:30p - Leilehua vs. Kalaheo
2:00p - Christian Academy vs. Kamehameha II
3:30p - Kahuku vs. Kamehameha-Hawaii (@ New Gym - Court 1)
4:00p - Saint Louis vs. Kailua
5:30p - Punahou vs. Farrington
7:00p - Saint Francis vs. Houston AK