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Magic Johnson Named Guest Speaker at Laredo STARS Event

July 21, 2014 By

LAREDO, TX — Former LA Lakers legend, Magic Johnson, has been named the guest speaker at the 2014 Laredo STARS Extravaganza to be held on Thusday Sept. 11, 2014 at the Laredo Country Club located at 1415 Country Club Dr. in Laredo, TX . Over the years the STARS program has enlisted the help of international figures from politicians to actors. This year basketball superstar Magic Johnson has been added to the list.

Magic Johnson named featured speaker at the 2014 Laredo STARS scholarship fundraiser.

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Dwyane Wade Signs New Contract with Miami Heat

July 16, 2014 By

MIAMI, Fla. — Looks like Dwyane Wade is staying with the Miami Heat. According to Yahoo Sports, to cite sources, Wade signed a new contract with the Heat on Tuesday, July 15. It’s a two-year deal, the second of those seasons a player option, said a person familiar with the situation. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because neither side announced terms. Financial terms were not announced, though it’s expected Wade’s salary for next season will not reach the $20.2 million he would have made under his previous contract.

Photo shows Dwyane Wade speaking in Dec. 2013 in a sitdown interview with Stephen A. Smith discussing how he’s changed as a player over the past few years and why he’s still playing.

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Miami Heats Ray Allen to Host Basketball ProCamp

July 14, 2014 By

EAST GRANBY CT — Join Miami Heats All-Star Guard and former UConn All-American Ray Allen Aug 02 – 03, 2014 for basketball instruction and fun at the 2014 Citi Ray Allen Basketball ProCamp. Location: East Granby High School. Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM for boys and girls grades 1 – 12. Cost: $149. Source: Procamps.com.

Photo shows Miami Heats All-Star Guard Ray Allen appearing at 2014 ProCamp

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Dallas Mavericks Head Coach Rick Carlisle Speaks to Young Athletes at St. Lawrence University Basketball Camp

July 7, 2014 By

CANTON, N.Y. — Dallas Mavericks head coach, Rick Carlisle, recently spoke to a group of young athletes on June 30 at St. Lawrence University Basketball Camp in St. Lawrence University’s Burkman Gymnasium, makng this Carlisle’s second visit as a guest speaker in five years. The camp is a five-day event that draws in students from all across the north country, said Joseph Keniston, co-director of sports information at SLU. Participants represent grades two through 12. Source: ALAN RIZZO at Watertown Daily Times.

Photo shows Dallas Mavericks head coach Rick Carlisle speaking in 2013 with Yahoo Sports Radio

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San Antonio All-Star Center David Robinson to Host Basketball ProCamp in San Antonio TX

July 1, 2014 By

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Join 2-time World Champion and 10-time San Antonio All-Star Center, David Robinson, for basketball instruction and fun at the 2014 H-E-B David Robinson Basketball ProCamp on July 17 at Mission Concepcion Sports Park. The camp is from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM for boys and girls grades 1 – 12. Cost: $99. Source: Procamps.com.

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Indiana Pacers Paul George to Host 2014 Basketball ProCamp

June 24, 2014 By

AVON, IN. — Join Indiana Pacers All-Star forward, Paul George, for basketball instruction and fun at the 2014 Kroger Paul George Basketball ProCamp on Jul 12 – 13, 2014 at Avon High School. The basketball camp schedule is from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM for boys and girls grades 1 – 12. Cost: $199. Source: Procamps.com

Photo shows Indiana Pacers All-Star, Paul George, in 2013 giving basketball tips on how to dribble.

Photo shows Indiana Pacers All-Star, Paul George, in 2013 giving basketball tips on how to dribble.

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Knicks Carmelo Anthony to Opt Out of Contract: VIDEO

June 13, 2014 By

Knicks power forward, Carmelo Anthony, plans to opt out of his contract with the Knicks by exercising the Early Termination Option (ETO) on his contract later this month. This decision will make him a candidate for several teams, including Chicago, Houston, Dallas and the Los Angeles Lakers, reported by the New York Daily News.

New York Knicks power forward, Carmelo Anthony, plans to opt out of contract.

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Derek Fisher Set to Sign $25M Deal to Coach New York Knicks

June 9, 2014 By

NBA point guard, Derek Fisher, is about to switch from player to head coach. In a breaking article at Yahoo Sports, to cite sources, the former Lakers point guard is set to sign a $25 million deal to coach the Knicks. The article reports that after Knicks president Phil Jackson lost his top coaching candidate, Steve Kerr, to the Golden State Warriors, Fisher became Jackson’s primary target and the 18-year NBA veteran will retire to take the job.

Photo shows Derek Fisher speaking in a 2011 interview with George Lopez.

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Chicago Bulls Legend Scottie Pippen to Host Three Day Skills Camp June 10-13

May 30, 2014 By

DEERFIELD, IL. — Former Chicago Bulls star, Scottie Pippen, will be hosting the Scottie Pippen Skills Camp on June 10-13 for boys ages 8-15 and girls ages 10-14. Pippen will be on the court all four days, working directly with the players and teaching his techniques. Pippen and his highly qualified staff have developed a four-day camp curriculum focused on fundamental basketball skills: ball handling, free throws, footwork & rebounding.

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Auburn Basketball Coach Bruce Pearl Delivers Keynote Speech at Opelika Rotary Club Event

May 27, 2014 By

OPELIKA, AL — Bruce Pearl, Auburn basketball’s new head coach, was the keynote speaker on Tuesday, May 13, at the Opelika Rotary Club’s weekly lunch held at Saugahatchee Country Club in Opelika, AL. Pearl spoke to a large crowd about what it’s going to take to turn the Auburn basketball program around. His plan, he said, begins with fan support.

Photo shows voice of the Tigers Rod Bramblett (L), speaking with Auburn’s new head men’s basketball coach, Bruce Pearl (R) in his first interview at Auburn.

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