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GET YOUR POPCORN READY! – “WAR BEFORE THE STORM” BASKETBALL SHOWCASE IS BRINGING THE HEAT MARCH 27th-29th. @Warb4storm

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“WAR BEFORE THE STORM” Basketball Showcase is set for March 27th-29th in Dallas, TX, delivering heavy matchups & fire talent amongst confirmed teams from #3SSB (adidas), EYBL (Nike), UA (Under Armour), and independent programs ready to set the record straight!

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“War Before The Storm” Basketball Showcase is the ultimate event experience delivering competitive match-ups and individual talent, live-stream & highlights from BallerTV, national & local media coverage, live stats, “down-south cooking” hospitality room for media and team coaches, DJ spinning top hits, organized, well-ran event with the best staff! This is an opportunity for your team to get some work in before the real action hits in April (live period). Last year we had to turn down over 90 teams who registered late. Don’t be that team in 2020….GET YOUR SPOT SECURED & REGISTER NOW!

 

WHAT: WAR BEFORE THE STORM BASKETBALL SHOWCASE

WHERE: DUNCANVILLE HIGH SCHOOL – DALLAS, TX

WHEN: MARCH 27th-29th, 2020

WHO: 4th Grade – Varsity Boys

HOW:  CLICK THIS LINK TO REGISTER YOUR TEAM

 

FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR UPDATES: @Warb4Storm 

Questions or more information: 817-845-3338

 

 

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The 10th Annual Complete 94′ Classic set to take place May 15th-17th in San Antonio, TX.

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The 10th Annual Complete 94′ Classic, one of the most exciting AAU boys basketball and 3rd-8th grade tournaments, is set to take place May 15th-17th in San Antonio, TX. The inaugural event is put on by “Texas Hardwork”, an Under Armour sponsored program, drawing hundreds of teams each year from Nike EYBL, 3SSB (3 Stripes Select Basketball), Under Armour, and independent programs.

The Complete 94′ Classic delivers a platform for competitive teams to go toe-to-toe in front of national/local media, scouts, family, and basketball enthusiasts; and will also offer live streaming and stats.

Confirmed media thus far include: Corey Evans (Rivals), Jim Hicks (RCS Sports), GASO, Prep Hoops, Stacy Houston (Inside the Plex), Alan Branch (Texas Boys Basketball) and Ani Unama (5 State Hoop Report) with many more to come. 

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN: 94′ Complete Classic Registration  

WHO: ALL AAU boys basketball programs and 3rd-8th grade boys basketball teams

WHAT: 10th Annual 94′ Complete Classic

WHEN: Friday, May 15th – Sunday, May 17th

WHERE: Cornerstone Christian School ( 17702 NW Military Hwy. San Antonio, TX 78257)

For more updates, follow on twitter: @LupeNunezSA 

For more information contact: Terrance “Booman” Jackson @ (210) 449.4131 or via email: BoomanJFL@yahoo.com.

 

 

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#PressRelease “The Freddy Cain Show” to Premiere Saturday, October 19th at 12:00PM CST on CW33 Network

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THE FREDDY CAIN SHOW TO PREMIERE ON THE CW33 TELEVISON NETWORK

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The red-carpet, Gold Mic ™, entertainment series, “THE FREDDY CAIN SHOW” announces deal to premiere on the CW33 Television Network every Saturday, beginning October 19th, 2019

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(DALLAS, TX, October 18th) The Freddy Cain Show, hosted by the witty, engaging creative, Freddy Cain, announced today a deal with the hit television network, CW33. “The Freddy Cain Show” is an entertainment series based out of Dallas, TX,  covering red-carpet events, community human interests, and most known for securing compelling interviews with celebrities such as Kanye West, Teddy Riley, Snoop Dogg, Jerry Jones, Akon, Chris Tucker, Bobby Brown, and Nancy Lieberman, just to name a few. The show will premiere every Saturday, at 12:00PM CST, beginning this Saturday, October 19th, with the first episode featuring IBF Welterweight World boxing champ and Dallas native, Errol Spence Jr.

“I’m opening up a lane in Dallas that should have been done a long time ago. There is so much that goes on in the City of Dallas that everyone needs to know about.” said creative producer and host, Freddy Cain. “Featuring Errol Spence Jr. for our first episode made sense to me, since we took the city to Hollywood. He’s a champion, and I’m a champion and we’re both willing to take the hits for success. I want this to resonate with our viewers.”

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In 2009, after 5 years of hosting red carpet events, Cain had a vision to produce his own TV show. While scoping The Green Sheet Publication for ideas, he came across an ad for a play “South of Where We Live” showing at The Jr. Black Academy of Arts & Letter. Cain attended the play and the casting party afterward, and that is when the ‘The Freddy Cain Show’ came into fruition.

“I met Carl Payne, “Cole” from Martin. When I interviewed him, I asked him to do the famous bird call. When he did…I looked behind Carl and the entire cast was lined up waiting for interviews; that’s when a light popped on.” said Cain.

Gearing up for the big screen, the red-carpet host and Gold Mic™ superstar Cain, hired recognized entertainment production company, SoloTV Productions, who will be responsible for curating the unique, innovative content that captures the viewers’ attention, along with PR Firm, Nina Zavala Group, and infamous television agent, Joe Courrege.

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Freddy Cain interviewing Dallas Cowboys owner, Jerry Jones

For more on “The Freddy Cain Show”, tune into CW33 every Saturday at 12:00pm CST beginning Saturday, October 19th, 2019.

Show Contact Email: Info@FreddyCainShow.com

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adidas Gold Sponsored Boys Basketball Programs Merge to Form Powerhouse Team “Southern Assault” – @AssaultSouthern

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YGC36 and Urban DFW Elite, both located in Dallas, TX and sponsored by the mega shoe brand, adidas basketball, announce the merge and partnership of “Southern Assault”

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(Wednesday October 2, 2019) – YGC36, an elite youth travel basketball program founded by Vonzell Thomas has merged with Urban DFW Elite, a long term, established program operated by Jazzy Hartwell. The two organizations have joined forces and are now officially known as “Southern Assault”. The merger was strategically crafted with the purpose of developing an elite travel basketball program that would be able to compete at the highest level, while strengthen the organization’s presence within the Texas market. The two will co-direct Southern Assault with equally shared responsibilities.

“I feel great about the merge. No egos and one goal. This union will bring a highly competitive program that will compete at the highest-level year in and year out. It will also give kids the opportunity to reach their goals and dreams while playing on the adidas circuit,” said Vonzell Thomas

Thomas brings a repertoire of accolades, a track record of developing young men into leaders on and off the court and will share 26 plus years of experience in coaching youth basketball. Since the inception of his first travel basketball team 20 years ago, Thomas has had the opportunity to coach, mentor, and produce multiple professional athletes, including Tony Mitchell (NBA & Overseas), Latavious Williams (Miami Heat & Overseas), Brandon Fields (NBA) and Marcus Smart (Boston Celtics).

“This partnership will make a major impact in Dallas as we work together to build a strong program that’s eager to learn, compete, and win. At the end of the day, we want to be able to help as many kids possible earn college scholarships, and we’re doing it through basketball.” – said Jazzy Hartwell

Jazzy Hartwell, Director of Urban DFW Elite has spent the last 30 years dedicated to helping young athletes reach their goals of one day playing collegiately and/or professionally. In 2004, Hartwell formed Urban DFW Elite, establishing itself as a stapled AAU basketball program, producing talent that went on to play professionally. Darrell Arthur (13-year NBA Veteran), Michael Crabtree (10th overall pick in the 2009 NFL Draft), Jermaine Beal (Professional Overseas Basketball), and Jordan Mickey (Professional Overseas Basketball) just to name a few. Hartwell’s proven leadership, and determination to build a winning program will not fall short with the formation of “Southern Assault”, in the words of Mr. Hartwell, “This program will embody what champions look like.”
About Southern Assault
Southern Assault is a premiere adidas gold sponsored boys’ basketball travel program that will be competing at the highest level nationally. The inner core of the program is built on the philosophy of changing and empowering the lives of young athletes through the sport of basketball. The Southern Assault team motto: “Hustle and Heart Set us Apart”.
About adidas Circuit
The adidas circuit series is a three-stop travel team circuit for adidas sponsored teams to gain exposure in front of college coaches, media outlets, and their peers. Teams face high level national competition allowing players to prepare for the challenges and opportunities they will ultimately face in college.

 

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Skills Pay Bills & Chris Harris Basketball Present “GETTIN’ THAT WORK” Showcase & Division Tournament

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SPB (Skills Pay Bills)
presents
“Gettin’ That Work” Basketball Showcase & Division Tournament
(BOYS 10u – 17u)

 

Get ready for one of the region’s premier grassroots events taking place Saturday, June 22 and Sunday, June 23 at MAC Sports Complex in Lewisville, TX.

Gettin’ That Work will provide a competitive stage for players to showcase their talents in front of national and regional media outlets and scouting services along with live DJ, and a hospitality room for team coaches and media covering the event!
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  • 3 Game Guarantee

  • All games will be filmed on BallerTV. Premier games will be live-streamed

  • Every team registration comes with a complimentary BallerTV event pass

  • Boys 10u-17u

  • $325 per team w/ Multiple team discounts available

  • Follow us on twitter @SkillsPB_Events

**EACH TEAM THAT REGISTERS WILL RECEIVE A COMPLIMENTARY BallerTV EVENT PASS THAT ALLOWS ACCESS TO ALL EVENT GAMES **

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TO REGISTER NOW, CLICK LINK: SkillsPayBills.Net

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For more information, contact Event Director Chris Harris at 214.497.5835 or email: SkillsPayBillsEvents@gmail.com

For Media request, please register online under media registration: Skills Pay Bills Events Media

 

 

 

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NBA Scouts & National Media Outlets Set to Attend The 2019 Pangos All-American Camp this Weekend. #PangosAACamp

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17th Annual Pangos All-American Camp will host over 100 top high school basketball prospects from across the nation over the course of 3 days

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The Pangos All-American Camp has become one of the most anticipated events of the summer, assembling top high school basketball prospects from across the nation for a 3 day camp. This years event will take place Friday, May 31- Sunday, June 2 at Cerritos College (Norwalk, CA), and will offer free fan admission.

2019 Pangos AA Camp is headlined by:  2020 #1 6-11+ Evan Mobley (Rancho Christian/Temecula CA) as well as legit 2020 McDonald’s All-American Game candidates 6-7 Cade Cunningham, 6-7 Scottie Barnes, 6-4 Josh Christopher, 6-10 Isiaah Todd, 6-8 Ziaire Williams, 7-0 Makur Maker, 6-5 Daishen Nix, 6-6 Kyree Walker, 7-0 Xavier Foster, 6-9 Day’Ron Sharpe (UNC verbal), 6-5 Moses Moody, 6-6 Micah Peavy, 6-6 MarJon Beauchamp, 6-6 Daylen Terry and 6-4 Adam Miler.

Elite 2021 prospects scheduled to be on-hand include: 6-9 Jonathan Kuminga, 6-7 Terrence Clarke, 6-9 Paolo Bachero, 6-4 Jaden Hardy, 6-9 Moussa Diabate, 6-9 JT Thor, 6-10 Moussa Cisse and 6-4 Aminu Mohammed.
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NBA Teams scheduled to attend thus far include: Golden State Warriors, Toronto Raptors, Boston Celtics, San Antonio Spurs, OKC Thunder,  LA Clippers, Philly 76ers, Denver Nuggets, Utah Jazz, NY Knicks, Indiana Pacers, Sacramento Kings, Dallas Mavericks, Phoenix Suns, Charlotte Hornets, and Washington Wizards.

 

2019 Pangos All-American Camp Schedule

Friday May 31, 2019
1:00pm – 5:00pm Hotel Check-in @ Sheraton Cerritos
5:45pm – 6:00pm Bus leaves for Cerritos College
6:00pm – 6:45pm Dinner at Cal Cerritos College
6:00pm – 7:00pm Camp Registration and Gear Distribution @ Cerritos College
7:00pm – 7:15pm Opening Remarks/Instructions
7:15pm – 8:30pm Individual Instruction
8:30pm – 9:15pm Camp Games – 3 courts (ACC Round 1)
9:15pm – 10:00pm Camp Games- 3 courts (Pac-12 Round 1)

Saturday June 1, 2019
9:00am – 10:00am Breakfast at Hotel
11:45am Depart hotel (via shuttle) to Cerritos College
12:00pm – 1:00pm Lunch at Cerritos College
1:00pm – 1:30pm Strength & Conditioning workout
1:30pm – 3:00pm Individual Instruction
3:00pm – 4:00pm Camp Games – 3 courts (ACC Round 2)
4:00pm – 5:00pm Camp Games – 3 courts (Pac-12 Round 2)
5:00pm – 6:00pm Dinner at Cerritos College
6:00pm – 6:40pm Recruiting Roundtable (Q&A with national scouts)
6:40pm – 7:35pm Camp games – 3 courts (ACC Round 3)
7:35pm – 8:30pm Camp games – 3 courts (Pac-12 Round 3)

Sunday June 2, 2019
8:00am – 8:45am Breakfast
8:45am Depart (via bus) to Cerritos College
9:30am – 10:15am Camp games – 3 courts (ACC Round 4)
10:15am – 11:00am Camp games – 3 courts (Pac-12 Round 4)
11:00am – 11:45pm Lunch at Gym
11:45am – 12:00pm Announcement of All-Star Teams/Final Remarks
12:00pm – 1:15pm “Cream of the Crop” Top 50 Game
1:15pm – 2:15pm “Cream of Crop” Top 25 Game
2:00pm – 5:00pm Campers depart/transport out-of-state campers to airport

 

Follow #PangosAACamp on Social Media: 

Twitter: @PangosAACamp
Instagram: @pangosallamericancamp
Facebook: Pangos All-American Camp

Camp Director, Dinos Trigonis on twitter: @trigonis30

ALL GAMES WILL BE LIVE-STREAMED ON BALLERTV.COM

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ARS/Rescue Rooter National Hoopfest (Tampa) kicks off this weekend at Berkeley Prep w/ a LOADED Lineup

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The ARS/Rescue Rooter National Hoopfest (TAMPA) is set to take place Friday, February 1st through Saturday, February 2nd at Berkeley Preparatory in Tampa, Florida.

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The multi-city basketball tournament (D.C., Dallas, Memphis, Tampa) is designed to match National recognized basketball programs against some of the area’s top teams. The ARS/Rescue Rooter National Hoopfest also serves as a fundraiser for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital- in their initiative to give back – “because this is much bigger than basketball.”

This year, ESPNU will televise one of the most anticipated matchups of the year, Oak Hill Academy (VA) vs Montverde (FL) at 4:30pm Eastern Time.

“The tournament is a unique opportunity for people to see the nation’s best talent in a series of games- Travis Haddock (Event Director). With over 20 ESPN ranked high school prospects gearing up to play this weekend in Tampa, I would have to admit, this is definitely a lineup of the Nation’s best.

 

Click link to watch full games and highlights on BallerTV Live Stream:  ARS National Hoopfest Live Stream

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SCHEDULE: 

Friday, Feb 1st @ Berkeley Prep

5:00pm: Orlando Christian Prep vs Tampa Prep

6:30pm:  Huntington Prep (WV) vs Berkeley Prep

8:00pm: Montverde Academy vs IMG Academy (post grad)

 

Saturday, Feb 2 @ Berkeley Prep 

11:00am: St. Pete vs West Oaks

12:45pm: Tampa Catholic vs The Village

2:30pm: Berkeley Prep vs University School

**4:30pm Montverde Academy vs Oak Hill Academy (ESPNU game)**

6:00pm: Oak Ridge vs Huntington Prep

*** To purchase tickets click link: ARS National Hoopfest TAMPA

For more information email: HaddockSports@hotmail.com

 

 

 

 

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Nationally Ranked High School Basketball Teams Will Go Head to Head in the 2018 @ARSRescueRooter National Hoopfest Dallas – December 14th & 15th

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2018 ARS/Rescue Rooter National Hoopfest (Dallas) benefitting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

The ARS/Rescue Rooter National Hoopfest returns to Dallas loaded with powerhouse programs who will go up against some of the top high school basketball teams in the D/FW area. This competitive multi-city high school basketball tournament has yet to disappoint, living up to its much anticipated hype….BUT this year, they’re taking this thing to a whole new level!

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DATE: Friday, December 14th
LOCATION: Waxahachie High School (3001 US Hwy 287 Bypass, Waxahachie, TX 75167)

6:30pm – Desoto vs IMG Academy (FL)
8:00pm – Waxahachie vs Huntington Prep (WV)

DATE: Saturday, December 15th
LOCATION: Waxahachie High School (3001 UD Hwy 287 Bypass, Waxahachie, TX 75167)

2:00pm – JJ Pearce vs Chicago Simeon (IL)
3:30pm – Lancaster vs Huntington Prep (WV)
5:00pm – South Garland vs Sunrise Christian (KS)
6:30pm – Denton Guyer vs DeMatha (MD)
8:00pm – Waxahachie vs IMG Academy (FL)

 

ESPN RANKED PLAYERS PARTICIPATING 

ESPN #9 Josh Green (IMG Academy)

ESPN #8 Tyrese Maxey (South Garland- Kentucky)

ESPN #12 N’faly Dante (Sunrise Christian)

ESPN #17 Jaemyn Brakefield (Huntington Prep)

ESPN #20 Hunter Dickinson (DeMatha)

ESPN #36 Noah Farrakhan (IMG Academy)

ESPN #18 Armando Bascot (IMG Academy)

ESPN #35 Earl Timberlake (DeMatha)

ESPN #52 De’vion Harmon (Denton-Guyer – Oklahoma)

ESPN #51 Malik Hall (Sunrise Christian)

ESPN #88 Lester Quinones (IMG Academy)

ESPN #60 Drew Timme (JJ Pearce)

ESPN #57 LaTrayvion Jackson (Sunrise Christian)

ESPN #25 JT Thor (Huntington Prep)

ESPN #49 Justin Moore (DeMatha – Villanova)

ESPN #74 Jalen Wilson (Denton-Guyer- Michigan)

GET YOUR TICKETS NOW: ARS National Hoopfest Tickets

For More Info: www.nationalhoopfest.com

Follow us on twitter @HoopfestUSA

 

 

 

 

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#PressRelease Elite 14 Showcase Announces Increased Field and a Friday Night Addition to the Event

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Elite 14 Showcase Announces Increased Field and a Friday Night Addition to the Event

Elite 14 Showcase Announces an Increased field of 40 Top Basketball Teams, Along with Implementing a Friday Night Prep Showcase Featuring 10 National Programs 

DALLAS, TX, September 18th, 2018 – The 14th Annual Elite 14 Showcase kicks off the 2018 NCAA November evaluation period with a full weekend of action-packed high school basketball beginning Friday, November 2 through Saturday, November 3rd. The event will take place at Denton Guyer High School on Friday night and at Hirschi High School in Wichita Falls, TX all day Saturday.

This invitational has established itself throughout the years as a centerpiece of the nation’s best collection of high school teams and individual talent anticipating the opportunity to showcase their skills in front of college coaches, national and local media, NBA scouts, family and fan enthusiasts. What started out as a rivalry showcase thirteen years ago with initially 14 teams, hence the name, from Texas and Oklahoma, has now grown to 40 top teams from across the nation.

“We are excited about the growth of “Elite 14 Showcase” and thankful for the support of everyone who has helped make this event a success each year. It is our mission to continue providing student-athletes a national platform to perform on in hopes of garnering exposure and furthering their basketball initiatives,” said Coach Hedge Elite 14 Showcase Director and Hirschi High School Head Basketball Coach.

 

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In an effort to build and cultivate the high school basketball experience, The Elite 14 Showcase announced a Friday night addition to the event: “Elite 14 Prep Showcase” featuring 10 National programs going head-to-head in key matchups.

Traditionally, Saturday will remain the same: a full day of exciting hoops at Hirschi High School along with the best home cooked hospitality room.

 

This year’s event will feature the following participating teams:

2018 PARTCIPATING TEAMS

TEXAS- 19
Duncanville High School, Duncanville, TX (6A) 28-7 Area Finalist
Estacado High School, Lubbock, TX (4A) 25-6 Regional Semifinalist
Denton Guyer High School, Denton, TX (6A) 38-2 Regional Finalist
Hirschi High School, Wichita Falls, TX (4A) 25-9 Regional Quarterfinalist
Lancaster High School, Dallas, TX (5A) 16-12 Regional Finalist
Lewisville High School, Lewisville, TX
Little Elm High School, Little Elm, TX
North Crowley High School, Fort Worth, TX (6A) 31-6 Regional Semifinalist
Northwest High School, Justin, TX (5A) 35-6 State Finalist
Pearce High School, Richardson, TX (6A) 23-9 Regional Quarterfinalist
Rider High School, Wichita Falls, TX (5A) 26-8 Regional Quarterfinalist
Prosper High School, Prosper, TX (5A)
Sulphur Springs High School, Sulphur Springs, TX (5A) 30-5 Regional Quarterfinalist
St. Marks the School of Texas, Dallas, TX
The Colony High School, Lewisville, TX, (5A) 26-11
Timberview High School, Mansfield, TX (5A) 26-7 Regional Quarterfinalist
Trinity Christian, Cedar Hill, TX
Wagner High School, San Antonio (6A) 29-7 Regional Quarterfinalist
Wyatt High School, Fort Worth, TX (5A) 23-12 Regional Semifinals
OKLAHOMA – 11
Booker T. Washington High School, Tulsa, OK (5A) 20-7 State Runner-up
Eisenhower High School, Lawton, OK (5A) 20-6 State Semifinalist
Heritage Hall High School, Oklahoma City, OK (4A) State Champions
Memorial High School, Tulsa, OK (5A) 27-2 State Champions
Newcastle, OK / Millwood High School, Oklahoma City, OK
Norman High School, Norman, OK (6A) 15-9 Area Finalist
North High School, Norman, OK (6A)
North High School, Putnam City, OK (6A) 25-5 State Champions
Northwest Classen High School, Oklahoma City, OK (5A) 20-6 State Semifinalist
Sapulpa High School, Sapulpa, OK (6A) 14-10
West High School, Putnam City, OK (6A) 20-7 State Quarterfinalist
PREP SCHOOLS- 10
Handle It Academy, Seattle, WA
Redemption Life Christian Prep, Tulsa, OK
Southwest Christian Academy, Little Rock, AR
St. Louis Christian Academy, St. Louis, MO
Sunrise Christian Academy, Wichita, KS, 22-2
Trinity International, Las Vegas, NV
iSchool Entrepreneurial Academy, Lewisville TX
Cy-Fair Learning Center, Houston TX
Universal Academy, Coppell, TX
Lawton Christian High School, Lawton, OK

 

FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR UPDATES: @Elite14Showcase

For media inquires, event sponsorship, or more information, please visit our website at www.Elite14ShowcaseSeries.com

Contact: Nina Zavala |NinaZavalaGroup@gmail.com | 469.601.6341

 

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#PressRelease NBA All-Star John Wall to Host 5th Annual Back to School Giveaway #JWFamilyFoundation – Media Opportunities Available

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 JOHN WALL TO HOST BACK TO SCHOOL BACKPACK GIVEAWAY

***Photo and Video Opportunities***

WHO: John Wall Family Foundation WHAT: 5th Annual Back to School Giveaway
WHEN: Saturday, August 18, 2018 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
WHERE: The Salvation Army of Wake County 902 Wake Forest Road Raleigh, NC 27604
Raleigh, N.C. (August 13, 2018)

For the fifth consecutive year, NBA All-Star ​John Wall ​and the ​John Wall Family Foundation (JWFF) ​will host a Back to School Backpack Giveaway on Aug. 18. In the last four years, the JWFF has donated over 2,500 backpacks to students in the Raleigh, NC area. The foundation has partnered with the ​Salvation Army of Wake County​ to host this​ ​year’s event in Raleigh, NC. The event will be from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM​. 1,000 students from kindergarten through twelfth grade will receive ​backpacks filled with​ ​school supplies, such as pencils, notebooks, folders. Backpacks and t-shirts​ are ​courtesy​ ​of ​adidas​.
“We are proud to once again partner with the John Wall Family Foundation and would like to thank John and his foundation for their donation of book bags to our children,” said Sarah Ruiz, Program Director for the Salvation Army’s Community Center. “Our Children can return to school prepared to have a successful school year.”

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This year, the foundation has partnered with local businesses who have made in-kind donations to help support the Back to School Block Party. They are ​Bodyarmor, ​ ​Dometic, EA Sports, and KIND.

JWFF worked with various non profit organizations to select recipients for the Back to School giveaway. ​ Backpack recipients must have a ticket to receive a backpack and be escorted by a chaperone.

MEDIA: John Wall’s media availability will be at 10:30 a.m. Photo and video opportunities available. All media requests must be submitted to Candyce Jones at candyce@anchoredconsulting.com or 301.693.8242.

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About The John Wall Family Foundation: The John Wall Family Foundation strives to improve the quality of life for underserved families and to impact the lives of young minority males through mentorship, education and physical activity.