If there was a starting five for basketball kicks, the Reebok Pumps would be the perfect power forward. Sleek enough to run the floor but eye-catchingly powerful, like a body-to-body banger on some unworthy opponent.
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of The Pump, Reebok teamed up with Sneaker giants like A-Life, Bodega and atmos, to release new designs for the iconic classics on November 20th.
LeBron James is coming to town Sept. 20th to promote his new Air Max LBJ VIIs and his upcoming doc, “More Than a Game.” And, he comes bearing gifts, celebrities, free food & drinks and, of course, the NYC-inspired Limited Edition “MTAG” LBJ VIIs. Read More »
Everyone who came out to support the Fury vs. Bounce fundraiser for Taiwan’s typhoon relief efforts, which pulled over $1000 for the victims of Typhoon Morakot, got plenty of basketball drama for their generosity as the exhibition ended in a dramatic 52-52 tie. Well, as dramatic as a tie can be, anyway. Read More »
The SBL Countdown Deon Memorial Classic Sunday Basketball League is coming soon, 23 days to be exact. The tipoff is October 4, 2009. You can either submit a team roster or register as an individual. The league fee is $500.00 and the referee fee is $50.00. All games are on Sundays.
The games are located at Park West HS/50th St. and 10th Ave. For more information, contact Reggie Primus at 646-256-1193.
Puerto Rico endured a loss against Brazil in the 2009 FIBA Americas Championship title match last Sunday, yet still qualified for the 2010 FIBA World Tournament with the Silver Medal finish. PR’s Guillermo Diaz showcased his true abilities during the game. From shooting threes outside of the perimeter or showing his vertical from alley-oops by teammates, Guillermo made his presence known. The former Miami Hurricane led that school in scoring as a sophomore and junior, earning him the opportunity to be drafted by the Los Angeles Clippers.
Stephane Ashpool, owner of Pigalle and member of the Pain O choKolat crew, was given the honor to artistically design a court located around the same place he spent his childhood. He commissioned Yué “NYNO” Wu to draw figures such as special guest Lebron James, Michael Jordan, Spike Lee, and Jay-Z. Ashpool chose the Venice Beach inspired turquoise, salmon, and burgundy color scheme. The court has wooden and copper backboards, metal nets hanging off silver hoops, and paint splatters in the d. Stephane Ashpool has certainly outdone himself with this one of a kind court.
Although summer is coming to an end, indoor play on the hardwood is in full effect. The 14th Street Y Fall Men’s Basketball League will start up October 4th. The games will occur Sunday nights, but Saturday games may be necessary. It will cost each person $100 if you are a member of the 14th Street Y and $120 if you are not. The price includes referee fees, t-shirt, and entrance to all games, including the playoffs and championship.