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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Fanrates.com and the Los Angeles Clippers Team Up to Provide NBA Fans with Discount Tickets
FanRates.com and the Los Angeles Clippers have formed a partnership for the 2009-10 season to provide fans with discounted basketball tickets. Tickets are available at FanRates.com for most home games. - October 11, 2009 - FanRates.com
Fanrates.com Partners with the New Jersey Nets to Bring Fans Discounted Basketball Tickets
FanRates.com, the only dedicated sports ticket discounter, has teamed with the New Jersey Nets to provide fans with discounted basketball tickets. Tickets for all sections, including the VIP Courtside Experience, are available today at www.fanrates.com. - October 08, 2009 - FanRates.com
The 10,000 Member Milestone: It's Not Just About Numbers
They say that numbers don't lie. But that depends on what those numbers represent. One can see several sites online celebrating having 10,000 members as a milestone. What's so special about the number? Admittedly, the number has great significance, but what's more noteworthy is what made that... - October 05, 2009 - Ixgames.Com
Introducing America’s Newest Destination for Passionate Sports Fans: SportsThenandNow.com
SportsThenandNow.com is a new network of web sites that gives passionate sports fans a “one stop shop” where they can talk about current sports topics while also reminiscing about great players, teams, games and moments from the past. - October 02, 2009 - Sports Then and Now
Hundreds Turn Out to Support the Launch of the Travis Best Foundation During Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Weekend
Travis Best, former NBA starting point guard for the Indiana Pacers, was joined by a legion of sports figures, city officials, friends and family at Pazzo Ristorante on Friday, September 11, for "Best in the City," during the Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement weekend in Springfield, Massachusetts. "Best in the City," a commemorative event, served as the launch of the Travis Best Foundation. - September 24, 2009 - Axiom Blue Corp.
Faith Hoops Hosting All-Star Sunday for Santa Cruz County Co-Ed Basketball League
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 October 11th, 2009 at Mt. Hermon Conference Center in Felton, CA. 16... - September 19, 2009 - Faith Hoops
Iowa Basketball Exposure League Open Tryout
The Central Iowa Hybrids, Iowa Wind Turbines, and Des Moines Hydrogen have joined the Iowa Basketball Exposure League for the late spring 2010 season. Each team will play home games at Des Moines Christian School in Urbandale, Iowa. Regular season games tipoff late May and will be played Saturday evenings. Tryouts are Saturday, November 28, 2009 in Des Moines, IA. - September 17, 2009 - IBEL Hoops
Athletes and Celebrities Join FantasyWorld for Charity
With more than 30 million people playing fantasy football, Endgame Entertainment has launched FantasyWorld.com with celebrities Kim Kardashian, Washington Wizards’ Gilbert Arenas, Phoenix Suns’ Jason Richardson, the rapper The Game, actor Bow Wow and Indianapolis Colts’ Dwight... - September 09, 2009 - FantasyWorld
Veteran Basketball Coach, Jeff House, Announces Website Launch
What is AllBasketballReview.com? AllBasketballReview.com is a blog website aimed at providing insight into All Basketball around the globe. You will Find: Player Analysis, League Analysis, Insight and Predictions, Opinion, Player and Team News, Strategies, Scouting, NBA, WNBA, NCAA Men & Women, Europe, High School. - September 09, 2009 - House's HOOP HeadQuarters
Faith Hoops Santa Cruz County Co-Ed Basketball League Kicks Off in September
Faith Hoops, a sports ministry entity specializing in basketball leagues, camps and 3-on-3 tournaments announced today that their Fall Co-Ed Basketball League will start on September 13th. From high school players to a women’s division as well as a 40 and over division, teams will compete... - August 13, 2009 - Faith Hoops
Mike James (Washington Wizards) Returns to His Hometown and Hosts 5th Annual Free Day in the Park for Amityville Residents
Mike James of the Washington Wizards hosted the 5th Annual Mike James Day Celebration on Saturday, July 25th from 1:00 pm until 9:00 pm at Bolden Mack Park in Amityville, New York. - August 12, 2009 - Mike James
Spotlight and NBA Star Join Forces for a Good Cause
NBA star Adonal Foyle and Spotlight - Rechargeable LED for your vehicle - team up to raise funds and awareness for the Kerosene Lamp Foundation. - August 12, 2009 - Weiguo Solutions
CPX Interactive Partners with the NBA in Europe
Online ad network, CPX Interactive, to monetize online properties for NBA in four European countries. - August 04, 2009 - CPXi
Snap Fitness of East Northport Launches “The Big 3 on 3” Basketball Fundraiser
NYC Style Streetball Tournament comes to East Northport, NY to raise money for Heroes. - July 26, 2009 - SNAP Fitness, East Northport
Hibachi 3 on 3 Basketball Tour Set to Launch in Tucson, AZ
You don't have to live in Tucson your whole life to know that Tucson is a basketball town. The Hibachi 3 on 3 Basketball Tour was no exception. The Gilbert Arenas-inspired tour company from Boise, Idaho is set to kick off its first, major 3 on 3 basketball event August 7-8, 2009 at the Park Place... - July 14, 2009 - Hibachi Events, LLC
Santa Cruz Bible Church League Makes a Bounce Pass to Faith Hoops
Faith Hoops, a sports ministry entity specializing in basketball leagues, camps and 3-on-3 tournaments announced today that Santa Cruz Bible Church has chosen the company to continue the Co-Ed Adult Basketball League it founded over ten years ago. The league recently finished another successful... - July 10, 2009 - Faith Hoops
NBA Summer League Kick-Off Event to be Held at Hard Rock Cafe Las Vegas at Hard Rock Hotel
Friday, July 10, 2009, Hard Rock Cafe Las Vegas is hosting the NBA Summer League Pep Rally Kick-Off event with Jerome "Junkyard Dog" Williams. Partners Include, NBA Cares and The Center at UNLV Gear-UP. - July 09, 2009 - Hard Rock Cafe Las Vegas
TruMedia Networks Launches TruFan.com
New social media platform powers national online network of local sports fan communities dedicated to professional sports teams in US; each community site enables fans to easily locate and share local sports news, content and opinions about their favorite local teams - June 24, 2009 - TruMedia Networks
501(C)3 Non Profit Filing for Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 (227's YouTube "Chili"), Scheduled for August 2009
Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227 (227's YouTube "Chili") will file for 501(C)3 Non Profit Corporate status, as a corporation in August of 2009. Boise, Idaho based basketball & YouTube entertainment website, seeks expansion and donors as a non-profit organization. The everything basketball... - June 24, 2009 - Jamaal Al-Din's Hoops 227
JYD Project Announces Las Vegas Elite Basketball Boot Camp
The JYD Project announces the Elite Basketball Boot Camp to be held in Las Vegas June 8-12, 2009. The five-day camp for boys and girl of all ages, will feature sessions for Elementary, Middle and High School players. - May 14, 2009 - JYD Project
Michael L. Buckner Law Firm Announces Launch of Service for Prep Schools Under NCAA Review
Non-traditional secondary and prep schools will benefit from the legal, consulting and investigative services offered by the Michael L. Buckner Law Firm. The Buckner Law Firm will leverage its experience as a former NCAA independent consultant to assist clients with navigating the NCAA high school review process. - April 14, 2009 - Michael L. Buckner Law Firm