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Moreno Valley girls basketball holds off Carondelet to win sixth straight entering Nike Tournament of Champions semifinal matchup with unbeaten Ridgeline
MESA, Ariz. – One Mills sibling presented enough of a challenge Thursday for the Carondelet High girls basketball team at the Nike Tournament of Champions, but both sisters provided a big lift for Moreno Valley in the quarterfinal matchup in the Joe Smith Division. Alaysha Mills, a sophomore, had... Read more
McKenna Woliczko, Archbishop Mitty girls basketball team outlast Jazzy Davidson-led Clackamas in overtime at Nike Tournament of Champions
MESA, Ariz. – Archbishop Mitty delivered one of the most thrilling victories in the history of the Nike Tournament of Champions last season to outlast Long Island Lutheran High of New York by one point in the Vincent Cannizzaro Division final. Although Thursday’s matchup against Clackamas High from Oregon... Read more
Kaeli Wynn helps Mater Dei girls basketball team reign supreme against Christ the King at Nike Tournament of Champions
MESA, Ariz. – Two of the most decorated girls basketball programs in Nike Tournament of Champions history, Mater Dei and Christ the King from New York, met for the first time in more than five years Wednesday in the opening round of the Vincent Cannizzaro Division. Kaeli Wynn had... Read more
Mei-Ling Perry produces career performance for La Jolla Country Day girls basketball team, which rallies to win Nike Tournament of Champions opener
MESA, Ariz. – Many high school girls basketball programs might go several decades without highlighting an athlete the caliber of Mei-Ling Perry and the elite performance the La Jolla Country Day junior achieved Wednesday at the Nike Tournament of Champions. For Terri Bamford, the winningest coach in San Diego... Read more
Ontario Christian, Archbishop Mitty lead 28 California girls basketball teams at Nike Tournament of Champions in Arizona
The top two girls basketball teams in California lead a group of 28 entries representing the state across seven divisions scheduled to compete Dec. 18-21 in the 27th Nike Tournament of Champions in Mesa, Ariz. Ontario Christian (10-0), led by sophomore Kaleena Smith, received the top seed in the... Read more
How to Fuel Your Body for Fall and Winter Training
Training during the fall and leading to the colder winter months differs from the warmer weather season. Despite not being as hot, athletes still need to focus on staying hydrated before, during, and after workouts. Eating right to fuel the body is equally important. Whether you’re training for cross... Read more
How to Improve Defense Before the Fall Basketball Season
As the fall basketball season approaches, it’s only a matter of time before players are back on the court. Athletes may have spent some time in the summer shooting some hoops with friends. But it’s important to turn focus on skill development to prepare for a great season. While... Read more
Basketball’s Team USA Wins Against Canada In First Olympic Exhibition
The Team USA’s Olympic men’s basketball team was victorious in its first Paris Olympic exhibition against Canada with a final score of 86-72. But it wasn’t a slam dunk. Team USA was off to a rough start at the T-Mobile Arena on Thursday when Canada took over the court... Read more
Hi-Top Hoops Buzzer Beater Starts Summer Tournaments
Temperatures are rising this summer outside and also on the court. That’s because Saturday is the start of Hi-Top Hoops’ inaugural summer session of its new elite tournament series. Called the Las Vegas Buzzer Beater, this basketball tournament is scheduled from July 11-14. Held at the Doolittle Community Center... Read more
Hi-Top Hoops Basketball Tournament Kicks Off Next Week
Youth basketball players around the U.S. are getting ready to attend the Hi-Top Hoops Las Vegas Legacy tournament next week. And for those who are still hoping to attend, registration is still open. Hi-Top Hoops is currently still taking remigration for players all week long. The Las Vegas Legacy... Read more
Cardio Workouts For Hot Weather To Build Endurance
As summer temperatures rise, high school athletes face the challenge of maintaining their fitness levels while staying safe in the heat. Endurance training is crucial for any athlete, as it boosts cardiovascular health, enhances performance, and builds mental toughness. However, high-intensity workouts in the hot, summer weather increase to... Read more
Hi-Top Hoops Las Vegas Legacy Basketball Tournament Set For July
Basketball players looking to showcase their skills can register their team for the 2024 Hi-Top Hoops Las Vegas Legacy tournament series this summer. Set during the Division 1 “live” evaluation period for college coaches, players have the opportunity to hit the court and compete during this upcoming tournament series... Read more