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Verve! Sponsors NBA Outdoor Basketball Game
Verve! The Insanely Healthy Energy Drink sponsors the NBA's first outdoor basketball game in over 30 years. Win free tickets to this historic game. - July 18, 2008 - V 4 Health LLC
Jewish Basketball Hall of Fame DVD to be Distributed by Brandeis/National Center for Jewish Film
The Producers of the DVD, The Jewish Basketball Hall of Fame, announced today that they have entered into a worldwide film distribution agreement with The National Center for Jewish Film /Brandeis University in Waltham, MA. The DVD is the first volume of the Jewish Sports Legacy Series presented by... - July 18, 2008 - Jewish Pride Sports Heroes, LLC
Jamaal Al-Din, Former Leading Scorer of Olympic Basketball Great, Covers 2008 USA Olympic Basketball Team at Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227- the Everything Basketball Website
Coach Jamaal Al-Din who played for Olympic Basketball record setter, Ed Palubinskas will cover the United States (USA) Men's Basketball Team at Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227- the everything basketball website (Hoops227.com.) - July 10, 2008 - Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227
North Carolina's Research Triangle Welcomes New Triangle Basketball Association
Move over ACC, NBA...the Triangle Basketball Association (TBA) is here. - July 10, 2008 - MOC Sports, LLC
Boise's Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 Awards Basketball Camp Scholarships to Participants of Community Partnerships of Idaho
Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227, located in Boise, Idaho, has awarded basketball camp scholarships to participants of Community Partnerships of Idaho. Coach Jamaal Al-Din is a former player at Mountain Home High School for Ed Palubinskas who is the creator of the Smartball, advertised on ESPN and NFL Network and member of the Australia Basketball Hall of Fame. Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 has been featured on Boise ABC affiliate television KIVI Channel 6 News. - June 24, 2008 - Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227
Jamaal Al-Din, Owner of Boise's Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227, Accepted Into Idaho Individual Development Account Program Sponsored by United Way of Treasure Valley, Idaho
Coach Jamaal of Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 accepted into Idaho Individual Development Account Program, sponsored by United Way of Treasure Valley, Idaho. - June 21, 2008 - Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227
Texas Association of Private & Parochial Schools Announces AED Partnership
NewHouse Medical and TAPPS (Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools) have entered into a partnership to make available affordable AED (automated external defibrillator) units for member schools. - June 11, 2008 - NewHouse Medical
Mike James Scholarship Foundation Announces Evening of Chance
Corporate Packages and Tickets Now Available. - May 31, 2008 - Mike James
Neptune Ventures SM LLC Announces the Acquisition of Basketball.org
Neptune Ventures SM LLC announced today that it has completed the acquisition of the Internet domain name Basketball.org. The exact terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The acquisition will help them continue to build their network of sites in popular web verticals. The sale of... - May 22, 2008 - Neptune Ventures SM LLC
Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 to Conduct Participant Registrations at the Historic- Idaho's Largest Garage Sale
Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 will accept registration forms and sign-ups for its 2008 summer basketball camp at the annual Idaho's Largest Garage Sale on May 17-18, 2008. Idaho's Largest Garage Sale plays host to hundreds of Idaho vendors annually. This two-day event start off the yard sale season by giving the community a chance to sell their gently-used household items, clothing, crafts and other things in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. - May 11, 2008 - Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227
Ron Weatherly, Videographer of 2008 NBDL Champion, Idaho Stampede to Videotape Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 Summer Basketball Camp
The Idaho Stampede's videographer, Ron Weatherly of the 2008 NBDL Champion Idaho Stampede has offered to videotape the 2008 Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 Summer Basketball Camp which will be held at the Community Christian Center. - April 29, 2008 - Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227
30 Sponsors for 2008 Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 Summer Basketball Camp to be Held at the Community Christian Center. Platinum Sponsor - The Deluxe, Located in Boise, Idaho
A number of Boise, Nampa, Treasure Valley businesses are helping with the 2008 Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 Summer Basketball Camp including Hoops 227 Platinum Sponsor - The Deluxe, located on 9th Street in Boise, Idaho. - April 29, 2008 - Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227
Coach Jamaal Al-Din, Author of Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 Basketball Book Series; 1st Published Book Scheduled for August 2008
Jamaal Al-Din, owner of Boise based Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 will have his first book published in August of 2008. Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227- "227 Principles, Tactics and Concepts for Winning Basketball" will be the first in a series of writings for Coach Jamaal Al-Din, who is a former... - April 29, 2008 - Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227
Garrick Opie Customs Debuts Michael Jordan Custom Ducati on Speed TV’s SuperBikes!
The bike, nicknamed Torello, features nickel-plated carbon fiber on the body and six LED headlamps made by Visteon. - April 17, 2008 - Garrick Opie Customs
Sports Analyst Mike Gminski to Speak at the Business Club of the Triangle in April
Former NBA player to speak April 18 at BCA Triangle Breakfast. - April 16, 2008 - Business Clubs of the Triangle
NBA Guard Mike James Featured in April Issue of Houston Magazine
Superstar NBA Guard Mike James and his latest business venture, MAJA Development Featured in April Issue of Houston Magazine - April 14, 2008 - Mike James
"Two Guys From Barnum, Iowa And How They Helped Save Basketball"
New Book Tells Fascinating History of the Invention of the Slam Dunk Saving Break Away Basketball Goal; Invention Eliminated Cost of Replacing Broken Glass Backboards and Bent Rims; Allowed Game Play to Continue After Slam Dunks That Would Otherwise Have Broken Equipment and Caused an Interruption in Play. - April 01, 2008 - Francois Press
Last 2 Left Launches Alternative to March Madness Bracket Office Pools
As the frenzy of March Madness office pools engulfs the workplace, Last 2 Left has launched an alternative format for the 2008 Men's, Women's and NIT Basketball Tournaments. The format extends the deadline of traditional bracket games. - March 21, 2008 - Dot Holdings, LLC
Jamaal Al-Din to Complete B.A. Degree at Boise State University with Final 22 Credits
Former player of Ed Palubinskas and President of Boise based basketball entity Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227, will complete the remaining 22 credits of B.A. Degree at Boise State University starting fall of 2008. Coach Jamaal Al-Din, who attended Mountain Home High School in Idaho and is originally... - March 18, 2008 - Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227
2008 Men's NCAA Basketball Tournament Tickets Sale Announced by TICKETFINDER.com™
TICKETFINDER.com™ has announced the immediate sale and delivery of 2008 Men's NCAA Basketball Tournament tickets for all the scheduled games across all venues. The tickets are accompanied by free shipping and lowest price guarantee options. - March 17, 2008 - TICKETFINDER.com™
Phoneraiser and Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 Preserving Our Water and the Environment of Boise, "the City of Trees," and Idaho
Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 protects our water and environment here in Boise, "the city of Trees," and throughout Idaho by utilizing Phoneraiser- a creative, environmentally friendly, fundraiser used by organizations nationwide. 5% of revenue from this Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 fundraiser will be given to the Boise/Treasure Valley YMCA Strong Kids Campaign for needy kids. - March 11, 2008 - Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227
The ESPN Coaches Fundraiser Featured as Official Fundraiser of Boise's Youth Basketball Commodity - Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227
Former player of LSU standout, Ed Palubinskas, Coach Jamaal Al-Din, features the ESPN Coaches Fundraiser as a part of Basketball operations at Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227. - March 11, 2008 - Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227
Farm Bureau Insurance and ODAC Honor Scholar Athletes
The 2007-08 Fall sports winners have been selected. They are: Tom Brower, Washington and Lee (Men’s Cross Country); Becca Taylor, Washington and Lee (Women’s Cross Country); Kristina Landis, Eastern Mennonite (Field Hockey); Jeff Highfill, Bridgewater (Football); Travis Cober, Virginia Wesleyan (Men’s Soccer); Lauren Askey, Lynchburg (Women’s Soccer); Michelle Kutcher, Randolph-Macon (Volleyball) - February 19, 2008 - Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance
Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 to Include You Tube NBA Video, You Tube Michael Jordan, and the ESPN Coaches Fundraiser for 2008
Coach Jamaal and Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 have expanded business operations to include You Tube NBA Video, You Tube Michael Jordan and the ESPN Coaches Fundraiser for added excitement in 2008. Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 is located in Boise, Idaho, and its President is a former player of Australia Basketball Hall of Fame member, Ed Palubinskas. - February 19, 2008 - Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227
Zo’s and Magic’s 8 Ball Challenge Hot Sauce
Sauce2u.com is proud to sponsor this year’s 8 Ball Challenge to benefit The Alonzo Mourning Charities and The Magic Johnson Foundation. This year’s event on February 14, 2008 will be held in New Orleans’ historic district at The Sugar Mill across the street from the Ernest N. - January 31, 2008 - Sauce2u.Com
Rockets Guard Mike James Urges Houston Men to Mentor
Mike James Urges Houston Men to Mentor - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Houston Names Rockets Guard Celebrity Spokesperson at press conference on January 18th at 1:30pm at the Toyota Center. - January 17, 2008 - Mike James
Des Moines Health Club Caters to Basketball, Fitness and Student Services
New Health Club in Des Moines, IA opens in late Spring 2008 for families, students and individuals. - December 18, 2007 - The Orange Planet
Overstocks Mean Deep Holiday Discounts on Goalrilla Basketball Hoops, Other Brand-Name Basketball Goals
Seasonal shoppers looking to score big points with the family this holiday season can look to basketball goal supplier basketballgoalstore.com for dramatic discounts on overstocked models of Goalrilla basketball hoops and other brand-name basketball hoops. As the nation’s largest single independent dealer of the popular Goalrilla goals, the company’s buying power frequently allows for deep discounts on overstocked or discontinued basketball goal models. - December 13, 2007 - Basketball Goal Store
Celtics # 1 in Tickets Sales for November
Celtics secondary ticket sales soar for Boston-based Aceticket.com. - December 12, 2007 - Ace Ticket
Bright Night Providence Adds Hoops to the Festivities
Through a partnership with the PC Friars, New Year's Eve festival goers can enjoy a basketball game in addition to arts performances. The first 3000 Bright Night Wristband wearers will get a free ticket to the PC Friars game versus St. Peter's on Monday December 31, 2007 at 2 pm at the Dunkin' Donuts Center, Providence. - December 12, 2007 - Bright Night Providence
Mike James of the Rockets Scores Big with Turkey and a Blanket Event
Mike James of the Houston Rockets will provide turkeys and blankets for needy families at the Shape Community Center located at 3903 Almeda Street in Houston on November 18th from 1:00–3:00 pm. The S.H.A.P.E. Community Center in its 37th year is one of the most visible and involved community... - November 17, 2007 - Mike James
Rocket's Point Guard Mike James Featured in 002 Houston Magazine
Houston Rockets star point guard Mike James and his million-dollar smile are featured in the November issue of 002 Houston Magazine on stands now. - November 11, 2007 - Mike James
TriviaOnNet.com Reaches 10,000 Members
10,000 registered players already joined the online trivia community that features real money games. - November 06, 2007 - Skilled Partners
Adjustable Basketball Goal Height Important for Long Term Adoption of Sport and Safety
With over 44 million people claiming basketball as a hobby, one Indianapolis-based company is quick to point out a simple basketball hoop feature that can lead to even more long-term adoption of the sport: adjustable basketball goal height. On-line seller basketballgoalstore.com points to the crank-adjustable Goalrilla Goals as an example, citing enjoyment for younger players while minimizing injury risk. - October 03, 2007 - Basketball Goal Store
Boise Basketball Coach Jamaal Al-Din Celebrates Ramadan, with 150 Articles Written on Boise Based Businesses and Community Citizens During the Ramadan 30 Day Celebration
Boise basketball coach Jamaal Al-Din of Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 is a 17-year devout Muslim with an extremely creative side. This time he's done it. Coach Jamaal will celebrate Ramadan, with 150 articles written on Boise based businesses and community citizens during the Ramadan 30 day celebration. - September 21, 2007 - Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227
Sports Performance Training Goes High Tech in Dallas
Nestled in The Fitness Club at Midway just west of the Dallas Parkway, Sports Performance Team, Inc., opened a sports-specific training facility on August 1st 2007. Michael Bell, owner of The Fitness Club says that business for the first month exceeded their expectations. - September 20, 2007 - The Fitness Club
Basketball Coach Publishes 100th Shooting Newsletter
Basketball Coach publishes 100th free Shooting Newsletter - September 19, 2007 - Swish22.com
New Social Network for Fantasy Sports Players - iRoto.com
iRoto.com, the first independent social networking community for fantasy sports players, launched last week. - September 11, 2007 - iRoto.com
Unique Basketball and Fitness Club Launches in Central Iowa
A local resident, former educator and entrepreneur is introducing a basketball and fitness club available for any person, family and youth wishing to join. Ongoing updates are available at their web site- www.theorangeplanet.com. The Orange Planet is being constructed on five acres adjacent to an... - September 04, 2007 - The Orange Planet
RedCamel Solutions Reveals: The First Ever Basketball Workouts for the Brain
This one-of-a-kind patent pending technology was tested on college teams and was proven repeatedly to dramatically improve players’ performance on court. - August 06, 2007 - RedCamel
Mike James of the Houston Rockets Hosts Free Day in the Park for Amityville Residents
Mike James of the Houston Rockets will host the 3rd Annual Mike James Day (MJD) on Saturday, July 28 from 10:00 am until 6:00 pm at Bolden Mack Park in Amityville, New York. The Mike James Day is a grassroots effort that seeks to bring together Suffolk County residents, community leaders, city... - July 29, 2007 - Mike James
Washington Mystics Join the Movement to Stop Multiple Sclerosis
The Washington Mystics WNBA team, with the help of Virginia Realtor - Gina Tufano have partnered with the DC chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society to raise funds to find a cure for MS. - July 26, 2007 - Gina M. Tufano
Duquesne Alumni, Mike James of the Rockets Hosts Basketball Camp for Pittsburgh Youth
Duquesne Alumni, Mike James of the Houston Rockets Returns to Host Basketball Camp for Pittsburgh Youth July 23rd – 26th - July 26, 2007 - Mike James
ATSCappers.com Fantasy Sports Contests Announces Fantasy Contests for NFL, NBA, MLB & NCAA
ATSNetwork.com announces ATSCappers.com a community based website that offers Free Fantasy Sports Betting Contests, Free Sports Picks, great prizes and a chance to become an ATS Capper with the option of selling your own sports picks. - July 21, 2007 - ATSNetwork
On-Line Video Guide Answers Common Basketball Backboard Questions
One Indianapolis-based on-line basketball backboard supplier uses web-based interactive video to answer the most common questions about purchasing and installing basketball backboards. - July 15, 2007 - Basketball Goal Store
Rockets Mike James Hosts Basketball Camp for Local Youth
Mike James of the Houston Rockets to Host the Mike James Basketball Experience July 9th - 13th - July 11, 2007 - Mike James
Boise's Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 Goes National for Peace. Coach Jamaal is Rallying the Nation to Show Its Patriotic Spirit from the City of Trees... Boise, Idaho.
Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 will sell and distribute t-shirts, nationally. These t-shirts will have the Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 logo on the front, a patriotic slogan on the back, and yes, colors of red, white and blue on the sleeve. This idea came to Coach Jamaal as a result of watching the NBA Playoffs and Finals over the past two seasons. - June 23, 2007 - Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227
Boise's Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227- Parisi Offers Speed Education Training at Summer Basketball Camp
Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 welcomes Boise's new Parisi Speed School. Parisi had its grand opening and has contacted Coach Jamaal Al-Din of Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227. Parisi Speed School will provide a free 20 minute instructional session for area youth at Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 Summer Basketball Camp in Boise, Idaho. - June 10, 2007 - Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227
Coach Jamaal, of Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227, to Speak on Boise ESPN Affiliate Radio 1350 KTIK Sports Radio
Coach Jamaal Al-Din will speak on targeting the proper athlete in the Boise area for basketball, on Boise's ESPN affiliate radio station 1350 KTIK Sports Radio on Thursday, June 7, 2007 at 4:30 pm. - June 07, 2007 - Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227
Breakthrough Basketball Founders Release New Free eBook Featuring 32 of the Best Basketball Plays
Complete with step-by-step diagrams and detailed instructions, the 85-page Winning Basketball Plays is designed to help teams score more points and win games. - May 27, 2007 - Breakthrough Basketball