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Rapidplay Productions Brings iPad Basketball Statistics the Right Way
Keep up with your team's stats on the iPad with Rapidstats Basketball. - October 07, 2010 - Rapidplay Productions LLC.
Fantasy Sports Host Fantrax Signs Top Writers
Fantasy Sports Host Fantrax Signs Top Writers I.J. Schecter, Scott Taylor, and Marty York - September 08, 2010 - Fantrax Fantasy Sports
TU Hall of Famer & CU Women’s Basketball Coach, Marilyn Stephens, to be Honored
Cheyney University Head Women’s Basketball Coach, Marilyn Stephens, was selected to be honored by the Philadelphia Association of Black Sports and Culture, Inc. - September 02, 2010 - Cheyney University of Pennsylvania
The Storm Rolls in as First Team Inc. Introduces Storm Portable Basketball Goal
First Team Inc. releases the affordable competition style Storm portable basketball goal – the basketball goal with a spring-assist lifting mechanism making rim height adjustment quick and easy. - August 27, 2010 - First Team Inc
Evolution Acquires Tokyo Apache
Evolution Capital Management, a Los Angeles-based investment management advisor, today announced that its subsidiary is acquiring the operating company of the Tokyo Apache basketball team in Japan’s professional basketball league, the “bj-league.” “This opportunity to work... - June 04, 2010 - Evolution Capital Management
HSBCAMPS and Eastbay Partner to Outfit Youth with Apparel, Shoes and Camp Scholarships
Youth Basketball Program to Offer Eastbay Gear and Shoe Discounts for 2010 Summer Camp Participants; 100 Percent of Profits to Benefit HSBCARES - May 27, 2010 - HSBCAMPS
Psychology Teams Up with Basketball: Five-Star Basketball Camps Adopts PsychTests' ASE (Athletic Success Evaluation) to Improve Mental Performance
Five-Star Basketball and PsychTests AIM Inc. offer athletes the tools to become psychologically and athletically strong performers. Those interested in taking the ASE assessment can go to: http://theinsidemind.psychtests.com/fivestar.html. - May 25, 2010 - PsychTests AIM Inc.
"Pete Maravich Memories" Essay Contest
In conjunction with the launch of their newly designed Pistol-Pete-Videos.com web site, they are pleased to announce the “Pete Maravich Memories” essay contest sponsored by Jackie Maravich. They want to hear your memories of Basketball Hall-of-Fame Legend “Pistol” Pete Maravich. Enter your essay for a chance to win prizes. - May 09, 2010 - Pistol Pete Videos, Ltd.
NBA Players Choose Gregory A. Jones Architecture
Gregory A. Jones Architecture and B&M Building have been retained by NBA Players Udonis Haslem of the Miami Heat and Keyon Dooling of the New Jersey Nets to provide Architectural and Building services for their residences in South Florida. - May 04, 2010 - Gregory A. Jones Architecture
HSBCAMPS Teams Up with Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale to Support Local Programs and Award Camp Scholarships
HSBCAMPS, America’s fastest growing youth basketball program bringing players face-to-face with the pros, has partnered with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale to donate a portion of all camp proceeds to support the local non-profit’s youth programs and services. In... - May 02, 2010 - HSBCAMPS
Stretch-n-Grow of Utah and HSBCAMPS Team Up to Award Camp Scholarships and Lead Park City Preschool Basketball Program
HSBCAMPS, America’s fastest growing youth basketball program bringing players face-to-face with the pros, and Stretch-n-Grow of Utah, Inc., part of the world’s largest outreach children’s fitness program, have partnered to lead an early development basketball, fitness and wellness... - April 28, 2010 - HSBCAMPS
Fans Rush to Get Tickets for Round One of Lakers Playoff Tickets
Al Brooks Tickets Still Holding Good Seats to NBA Playoffs - April 25, 2010 - Al Brooks Tickets
Local Cleveland Artist Brings "Hope" to Cavs Fans
Cleveland, Ohio artist Rob Hixenbaugh has released yet another stunning image, this time one that is beginning to take Cleveland Cavs fans by storm. - April 20, 2010 - Hope For Lebron
NBA Star and New York Native Mike James Returns to His Hometown on April 19th to Inspire and Encourage the City's Youth
NBA Star and Native New Yorker Mike James Returns to His Hometown on April 19th to Inspire Youth with His Recently Released Memoirs "Fight For Your Dreams" - April 19, 2010 - Mike James
Royce Reed Star of VH1 Basketball Wives
Royce Reed Star of The New Show Basketball Wives Airs Every Sunday On VH1 Royce Reed to star in Basketball Wives on VH1. She is an accomplished gymnast, actress, model, and dancer. Royce holds a Degree in Theatre Education and Humanities from Florida A&M University. She has traveled and... - April 12, 2010 - Royce Reed
Faith Hoops Basketball All-Star Sunday April 18th
Faith Hoops, a sports ministry entity specializing in basketball leagues, camps and 3-on-3 tournaments announced today that they will host an All-Star Day for the top players in their Santa Cruz County Adult Basketball League on April 18th, 2010 at Twin Lakes Church in Aptos, CA. The top 20 players... - April 10, 2010 - Faith Hoops
Baden Sports, Swire Coca-Cola® and BodyBuilding.com Sign on as Sponsors of HSBCAMPS Youth Summer Basketball Program
HSBCAMPS, the leader in bringing youth basketball players face-to-face with the pros, is proud to announce Baden Sports, Inc., BodyBuilding.com and Swire Coca-Cola® as sponsors of the 2010 youth basketball summer camp program. Each sponsor is generously donating products to improve the camp... - April 01, 2010 - HSBCAMPS
Mentor Research Institute and the Positive Toolbox Partner with HSBCAMPS to Reward Youth with Scholarships to Basketball Camp in Bend
Since its inception in 2007, HSBCAMPS has prided itself on being a camp that gives back. With more than $25,000 raised to date, HSBCAMPS stands firm in its commitment to provide every child, regardless of age or income, with an opportunity to attend camp. To foster this mission, HSBCAMPS will... - March 25, 2010 - HSBCAMPS
Germany’s National Basketball Coach Dirk Bauermann Recommends BallSide.com
Headcoach Bauermann is the most recent testimonial for the ambitious project, which he calls “the analysis tool for coaches on all levels.” - March 20, 2010 - BallSide GmbH
NCAA March Madness Viewing Parties at Mardi Gras Casino
What: Don’t miss the 2010 NCAA March Madness on the BIG 16’ HD screen at Mardi Gras Casino kicking off with the NCAA March Madness Play-In Game on Tuesday, March 16, at 7:30 p.m. The NCAA March Madness First Round starts on Thursday, March 18, with BYU Cougars vs. Florida Gators at... - March 18, 2010 - Mardi Gras Casino
HSBCAMPS Welcomes Boise State University Basketball Players to All-Star Summer Camp Coaching Line-Up
Collegiate Players Join Youth Basketball Camp to Provide Individualized Training and Give Back to the Homecourt YMCA in Meridian. - March 13, 2010 - HSBCAMPS
Sports and Psychology: Frozen Ropes Adopts PsychTests' ACE (Athletic Competition Evaluation) to Improve Young Athletes' Mental Performance
PsychTests AIM Inc. and Frozen Ropes offer athletes the tools to become psychologically and athletically strong performers. Frozen Ropes, renowned for their baseball and softball training centers and player development, and PsychTests AIM Inc., the online testing guru, announced today that they are teaming up to help develop young, aspiring athletes take their mental skills to another level. For more information, go to: http://www.frozenropes.com/home/programs/showtime-training/ace.aspx. - March 10, 2010 - PsychTests AIM Inc.
HSBCAMPS Partners with Homecourt YMCA in Meridian to Host Youth Basketball Camps and Bring in Donations
Youth Basketball Camp Dribbles into Boise, Idaho, in Summer 2010 to Give Back to the Local Community - March 03, 2010 - HSBCAMPS
Surf Takes One from 8th Ranked Slam
The Surf squeezed out a victory in a thrilling overtime win (108-105) over the nationally 8th ranked Los Angeles Slam last night moving the Surf to 11th in the ABA Power Rankings. The Slam lead by as much as 10 points at the end of 3 quarters before folding in overtime with the intensified defense... - February 25, 2010 - San Diego Surf
San Diego Surf Professional Basketball Team to Play for Chengdu Earthquake Benefit in China
The San Diego Surf pro basketball team of the American Basketball Association has just announced their acceptance to play the Beijing Aoshen Basketball Club, also of the ABA, in the Chengdu International Basketball Invitational Games in Chengdu, China, Sichuan Province, March 6th and 7th. The team... - February 25, 2010 - San Diego Surf
Fantasy Judgment Prepares for Its Inaugural Baseball Season
Fantasy Judgment, an independent, expert dispute resolution service for fantasy sports issues, is gearing up for its first full baseball season. After breaking into the industry in 2009, Chief Justice Michael A. Stein is hopeful for continued growth and media coverage as a premiere resource for fantasy sports disputes and commentary on the fantasy sports industry. - February 24, 2010 - Fantasy Judgment
HSBCARES Launches Into First Year of Fundraising to Benefit Youth
Call for Sponsors to Support Youth and Programming, and Provide Vital Basketball Supplies to Non-Profits - February 24, 2010 - HSBCAMPS
Timberwolves Basketball Accommodates Food Allergic Fans
Minnesota Timberwolves Offers Food-Free Suite for Allergic Fans - February 19, 2010 - Anaphylaxis and Food Allergy Association of Minnesota
Faith Hoops Gearing Up for Youth Basketball League & Golden State Warriors Game
Faith Hoops and Celebrate Kids Ministries is offering a youth basketball league for boys and girls grades 1-8 starting March 20th and running through May 29th at Twin Lakes Church in Aptos, CA. The league includes drills and instruction, weekly 5 on 5 games and a “Family Night” outing... - February 18, 2010 - Faith Hoops
Faith Hoops Santa Cruz County Co-Ed Basketball League Kicks Off in March
Faith Hoops, a sports ministry entity specializing in basketball leagues, camps and 3-on-3 tournaments announced today that their Spring Co-Ed Basketball League will start on March 21st, 2010. A wide range of Hoopsters will compete in Faith Hoops spring league, from Division 1 college players to... - February 17, 2010 - Faith Hoops
San Diego Surf to China
American Basketball Association's San Diego Surf have accepted to play in the Chengdu International Basketball Invitational Games in China to play in early March. - February 15, 2010 - San Diego Surf
Starpower Presents Gifting Suite During the 2010 NBA All-Star Weekend
Starpower and NBA’s Developmental League’s first woman coach Nancy Lieberman to host a premier gifting suite during the 2010 All-Star weekend on February 11th, 2010. - February 03, 2010 - Nancy Lieberman
DeZon Media Presents the All-Star Weekend Celebrity Tattoo Suite & "Tattoo Magazine" Photo Shoot
The Tattoo Suite will be a completely private and super VIP experience with guests being hand picked to attend. The intimate group of celebrities, entertainment industry elite & tastemakers who decide to participate will enjoy a fun, relaxing and discreet atmosphere with first class service and the highest caliber of luxury amenities. And most importantly, there will be lots of fun to be had. - January 26, 2010 - DeZon Media
Push Media Group and Babes and Ballers Present "Everything’s Bigger in Texas" Celebrity All Star Party During NBA All Star Weekend Dallas, Texas February 11th
Come mingle with a crowd of first class athletes and artists from all facets of professional sports and entertainment at TePheJez Nightclub, for “Everything’s Bigger in Texas” Celebrity All Star Party on February 11th. - January 26, 2010 - Push Media Group
HSBCAMPS Dribbles Into Bellevue with an All-Star Coach Line-Up and a Mission to Give Back
HSBCAMPS and HSBCARES Partner with Non-Profit HOOPS 4 HOPE; Coaches Prepare for a Trip to South Africa in Summer 2010 - January 23, 2010 - HSBCAMPS
Mike James of The Washington Wizards Shares The "Fight For His Dreams" in Newly Released Memoirs on Sale Now
Many people know Mike James of the Washington Wizards as a leader on and off the court in his 9 years in the NBA, but few know about the tough road he traveled to get there. Now with the release of his memoirs, Fight for Your Dreams, Mike shares his journey to success. Mike worked hard to make it... - January 22, 2010 - Mike James
Surf Surges in 3rd Quarter to Outlast the Cobras
Great plays and teamwork pushed the Surf into a victory in 3rd and 4th quarter against the Compton Cobras, finishing at 117-98. - January 14, 2010 - San Diego Surf
HSBCAMPS and HSBCARES Partner with Non-Profit HOOPS 4 HOPE to Further Empower Youth in Disadvantaged Communities
HSBCAMPS Staff Join in the Fundraising Effort, Prepare for a Trip to South Africa in Summer 2010. - January 14, 2010 - HSBCAMPS
Celebrity Baby Scoop Online Gets in Depth with NBA Star Mike James and His Wife in an Exclusive Interview
NBA star point guard Mike James discusses his life on and off the court. He opens up about his family, career, and soon to be released memoirs. Mike and wife Angela also discuss balancing their family life with their busy schedules. From the beginning Mike notes, “I love being a dad!”... - December 25, 2009 - Mike James
"Surf" Stuns the #1 Ranked L. A. Slam in ABA Play
San Diego “Surf” stunned the Los Angeles “Slam” at Sunday night's revenge game with 125-113. LA “Slam” has been ranked first in SoCal and ninth nationwide in the ABA, with talented players including multi-platinum selling hip-hop artist “THE GAME”,... - December 24, 2009 - San Diego Surf
"Cobras" Squeeze Past the "Surf"in 4th Quarter
The Compton Cobras overcame a third quarter deficit to pull ahead of the San Diego's new pro ABA basketball team, the Surf, at the Cathedral H.S. Arena. Final score was 109 to 92. Compton converted a number of 4th quarter turnovers with a full press that the Surf was unable to handle. The small... - December 18, 2009 - San Diego Surf
HSBCAMPS Brings Pros and Youths Together for Basketball and Better Communities
Youth Basketball Camp Dribbles into Local Markets in Summer 2010 with a Non-Profit in its Line-Up - December 17, 2009 - HSBCAMPS
Incorporated That Inc. Presents: Luxury Suite Charity Passes to See Hollywood's Linda Blair, Davy Jones, May Pang 01/01/10, Staples Center for the Lakers vs. Kings Game
Join World Famous Hollywood Actress and Humanitarian Linda Blair, Davy Jones of The Monkees and May Pang, girlfriend of John Lennon from The Beatles. This 2 room luxury suite experience is on 01/01/10 at 7:30 p.m. at The Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. You will be watching the Lakers vs. the Sacramento Kings basketball game. This is a Charity Event, so sponsorship letters for tax purposes will be provided to you or your business. - December 06, 2009 - Incorporate That Incorporated c/o Helen Darras
Basketball Alumni Offer Youth Training
Diamond Bar High School alumni Victor Lee and Dayna Lee are offering basketball training and youth basketball league in Diamond Bar. - November 23, 2009 - Rising Stars Basketball Academy
San Diego Surf Beats Pendleton as Regular Season Nears
San Diego's ABA (American Basketball Association) team, the “Surf”, faced a tough opponent in a pre-season scrimmage game against US Marines Varsity team at the Pendleton Page Field Camp Wednesday night. Surf won 116-93 with Jamal Kendrick as the player of the game. Jamal Kendrick... - November 22, 2009 - San Diego Surf
Pre-Season Power Rankings Are Out
The San Diego Surf have been named by the A.B.A, American Basketball Association, as the number one team in the Southern California Division of the ABA in their Pre-Season Power Rankings. The Los Angeles “Slam” was named second in the So. Cal. Division. - November 20, 2009 - San Diego Surf
Jim Murray Memorial Foundation Welcomes 2009 Scholarship Winners to LA
The Jim Murray Memorial Foundation (JMMF), an organization dedicated to furthering the educations of aspiring journalists, will welcome this year’s class of five “Murray Scholars” to Los Angeles on December 1st. A scholarship check presentation ceremony will take place at the Los Angeles Lakers vs. New Orleans Hornets game, Dec. 1, during halftime, center court, at Staples Center. - November 18, 2009 - Jim Murray Memorial Foundation
Aspiring Young Girl Basketball Players Get Exposure, Experience at 2010 Regional Lady Prodigy Camps
There Are a Limited Number of Openings for Competitive Youth Basketball Players Who Are Seeking Experience and Exposure at the "Lady Prodigy Basketball Regional Exposure Camp for Girls." - November 05, 2009 - Lady Prodigy Basketball
Meet the New San Diego Surf ABA League Basketball Players at the First Pre-Season Game Nov 7th
SoCal's ABA basketball league 2009-2010 season begins for the San Diego Surf next Saturday, Nov 7 at the Joan Kroc Arena vs. Clayton's Showtime. Coach Terry has 8 players signed in San Diego from all over the country, with more to be named soon. The SoCal Division of the ABA includes Honolulu, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Riverside, Compton, Newport Beach as well as San Diego. Season schedule, and other news is available on their website San Diego Surf Website www.sdsurfhoops.com - November 02, 2009 - San Diego Surf
Hoop Playing Rapping Baby Boomer ‘Pays It Forward’ for Kids
A middle age rapping-hoop playing baby boomer is ‘paying it forward’ to help kids through basketball. StreetDaddy Basketball Entertainment has launched with two free original videos: ‘StreetDaddy’s Insane Bball Skills Video’ and ‘’The StreetDaddy Rap’... - October 17, 2009 - StreetDaddy.tv