3 on 3 Basketball @ Staples // LA Live

by on 08/01/10

Ever since the first time I discovered a host of basketball courts spread across the parking lots of Newport Beach, I have wanted to play in a Hoop-it-up tournament. I never got that opportunity to play in Hoop-it-up, but next week I will get my opportunity to play in a Nike 3 on 3 outside Staples Center and LA Live.

It’s going to be fun reconnecting with some old buddies that I played with in high school and college. We aren’t in the same shape, but we all are looking forward to getting back into competitive ball again.

There was a deadline on July 30 for sign-ups, but you still might be able to sign up now and on the day of the event. I like that divisions were created for any type of ballplayer to participate. The divisions include: Elite, Adult, Youth, Special Olympics, and Wheelchair (The last two divisions are FREE by the way).

Another value of the event is the participant packages. Every player will receive the following:

  • 1 ticket to a 2010 Clippers Game
  • $25 ESPN Zone Gift Card
  • Nike Tournament Shirt
  • Powerade Drawstring Backpack & Drink
  • Frito-Lay Snack Sample
  • Spidertech Athletic Tape

Every team is guaranteed a minimum of 3 games. Cost is $160 a team and with a maximum of four players.

Additional prizes will be awarded for each division in 1st and 2nd place and recognitions to those displaying good sportsmanship.

Should be a fun weekend, Aug 7-8, of games, live music, food, and hopefully raining down 3′s on our competition.

Anybody going?

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