Igniting The World Basketball
Game Day
Calling on All Ballers
About
We are excited about our Igniting The World Basketball program and the upcoming season in which we will embark on a world-wide tour highlighting some of the best young basketball talent in the world.
We will be hosting sporting events throughout the year for boys and girls ages 12-18 that will feature our own, Game Day "Skills Combine and Competition", Jr. NBA "Skills Challenge" and ITW "Basketball Camp". Through a joint venture with the Jr. NBA (Youth Basketball Participation Program), participants will have an opportunity to showcase their individual skill-set and talents in both a competitive and team environment. Each of the three events will provide a strong foundation dedicated to developing all aspects of your game-shooting, ball-handling, passing, footwork and defense.
The basketball tour tips off Spring 2024 continuing into 2025 with stops in Los Angeles, San Diego, Phoenix, Las Vegas, Houston, Dallas, Atlanta, Miami, Bahamas and Hawaii.
Game Day, will be supported by Sport IQ (aka SIQ), revolutionary smart basketball that tracks, makes, misses, shots distance, and advanced shooter metrics; Dr. Dish, the #1 selling shooting machine in basketball. The ITW Basketball events are community driven geared towards youth with an emphasis on skill development on-and-off the court, team building and living a healthy life by exercising, eating properly and working out regularly.
In the Community
Giving Back is the driving force behind the "Igniting the World Basketball" movement. We want to make a difference in the community and the best way we know how is with our sporting events. Throughout the year, we will be partnering with different charities and nonprofits organizations in support of their charitable causes. In select cities we will visit a local Children's Hospital (Shriners, St. Jude, Cedars-Sinai) in which we will be giving away "Tablet Teddy Bears" to kids. With everyone's contributions, together we could make a difference not only in people's lives but in the communities as well.
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Game Day
Today is the day, we are excited to bring to you the next generation of talent. Are you ready to step up to the challenge, ready to show the world what you're made of? Welcome to the "Skills Combine and Competition". Get ready for a fun day of hoops and be sure to Rep Your City!
Skills Combine!
This is the starting block where ballers separate themselves from the pack. Your overall skill set- Speed, agility, footwork and conditioning will be put to the test.
Speed Dribble w/ Ball
Starting at the baseline, dribble as fast as you can to the opposite baseline (full court). Circle back excelerate continue running until you cross the finish line.
Ball Control Cone Drill
Ball in one hand (dribbling), cone in the other, dribble from baseline to free throw line. Place cone on the line, dribble backwards to baseline. Grab cone repeat drill until all five (5) cones have been properly stacked at the Free Throw Line.
Lane Agility Drill
Start on the right side of the lane and baseline. Sprint to the elbow, side shuffle across the lane to the opposite elbow, back pedal to baseline. Side shuffle back towards the start line.
Reactive Shuttle
Run to the right or left direction touching sideline key, 16 feet back to opposite line, then forward running back to start/finish line
Vertical Jump
Without lifting your heels, use an arm swing movement to engage your upper body. Jump up, reaching with your dominant hand to make a mark as high as possible.
Broad Jump
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, swing your arms back behind your body. Bend knees, both feet grounded jump outward as far as you can.
Sprint Dash (3/4 Court)
Start from a stationary position behind the court baseline, with one foot up to the line (two-point stance). Sprint as fast as you can build up to maximum speed continue running hard past the finish markers.
Skills Competition!
This is for you shot makers and bucket getters, winner-take-all competition. The stage is set, the lights are bright, lets see if you have what it takes to get that medal.
2 Ball Elimination
Three (3) players going head to head in a mid-range (2 pointer) shooting contest from the High Post, left and right Elbow area on the court. First player to score from each group moves on to the next round. Each round, the pool of players gets smaller and smaller ultimately leading to a "2 Ball Elimination Champion".
3 Ball Elimination
Three (3) players going head to head in a three point (3 pointer) shooting contest from the Top of Key, left and right Wing area on the court. First player to score from each group moves on to the next round. Each round, the pool of players gets smaller and smaller ultimately leading to a "3 Ball Elimination Champion".
Obstacle Course
NBA style competition showcasing ball-handling, shooting, speed and agility. Participants dribble the length of court through various obstacles, attempt free throw, rebound, speed-dribble to the opposite end of court finishing with a layup. Individual with the best time wins the competition.
3 Point Contest
Each participant will have 60 seconds (1 minute) to shoot three pointers from various locations (Corners, Wings, right-left Slot and Top of the Key). Each bucket couts for 3 points. Starting from the right corner you go clockwise, from the left counter you go counter clockwise. Participants must rebound his/her own shot, whomever accumulates the most points will be crowned as the Champion.
Seven Spots Shooting Contest
There are seven designated spots, High post, Short corners, both Wings (3 points), Top of Key and a Logo shot from 35 feet (4 pointer). You must score from the designated spot before advancing on to the next spot. Two's count as two, Three's count as Three. Participants have (1) minute to complete the course, and the highest score wins the contest.
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ITW Basketball Camp
The Igniting The World Basketball Camp is designed to help you achieve your goals no matter your skill level. Our camp is non-stop, high intensity skills training sure to improve the player's game on both sides of the ball- offensively as well as defensively. Get hands-on training, direction from some of the top coaches at the professional level in a group setting focused on teaching and developing fundamental basketball skills (shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding and footwork). Campers will have an opportunity to compete in a 3on3, 5on5 mini- tournament and will receive an in-depth breakdown of individual performance (analysis report) from coaches. We offer a unique combination of skill development, modified games to emphasize key principles, team building, competitive game play in a fun, instructional environment for boys and girls ages 10-16. The camp host is Coach Carlos Jordan (NBA Player Development Coach), along with colleagues from the NBA, WNBA and G-League.