Today, December 21st, marks the Birthday of Basketball – the game that was invented by Dr. James Naismith in Springfield, Massachusetts and has grown into an international pastime. As part of the celebration of this momentous day, the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame has announced the eligible candidates for the Class of 2019, including the addition of a new direct-elect category for Women Veterans.

Position Sports was on hand this fall to help execute two major events in separate major cities celebrating Nike’s new presence and the new technology it brings with it:

With a unique format lending itself to no downtime after made baskets to take a breather or get set on defense — plus no time to celebrate — Red Bull Reign is a test of stamina, endurance, will — and scoring. It’s all about getting buckets and playing high-octane offense.

This past weekend Position Sports traveled to the nation’s capital for the 2017 Red Bull Reign U.S. & World Finals at the iconic Barry Farms Courts home of the Goodman League. Working alongside our client Red Bull to deliver a 3x3 basketball tournament. Red Bull Reign is an action-packed tournament that is high-endurance & offensive-driven. The goal is to score more points than your opponent before time runs out.

The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced today the field of teams and brackets for the 2017 Tip-Off Tournament. The annual NCAA men’s exempt tournament sponsored by the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference will take place Saturday, November 18 and Sunday, November 19 at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut. Eight schools will compete in two four-team brackets with campus round games leading up to the Mohegan Sun Arena contests.

The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced today the field of teams for the second annual Basketball Hall of Fame Classic, a premier college basketball showcase held in conjunction with STAPLES Center on December 8, 2017. The one-day doubleheader will feature University of Oklahoma vs. the University of Southern California and St. John’s University vs. Arizona State University.

The college basketball season officially closed out tonight with the sport’s top coaches, players (past and present) and Hollywood stars all gathering at The College Basketball Awards Presented by Wendy’s televised live on ESPN2 from The NOVO by Microsoft at L.A. Live. Eight prestigious, end-of-season awards were presented to the game’s best and brightest during the 90-minute telecast.

Yesterday at the Women’s Final Four in Dallas, TX, the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and Women’s Basketball Coaches Association announced Kelsey Plum from the University of Washington as the winner of the 2017 Nancy Lieberman Award. Now in its eighteenth year, the award recognizes the top point guard in women’s NCAA Division I college basketball.

Today, at a press event presented by Haggar Clothing Company, the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced the 11 members of the Class of 2017 to be honored September 7-9, 2017 during this year’s Enshrinement festivities in Springfield, Massachusetts.  The Class Announcement was made in Glendale, Arizona the site of the 2017 NCAA Men’s Final Four, and televised live on ESPN2.

The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced today the matchups for the third annual Hoophall Miami Invitational, a premier college basketball showcase held in conjunction with AmericanAirlines Arena on December 2nd.

The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame has announced the five finalists for each of their 2017 College Basketball Awards including Bob Cousy Point Guard of the Year, Jerry West Shooting Guard of the Year, Julius Erving Small Forward of the Year, Karl Malone Power Forward of the Year and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Center of the Year. 

Now in its 16th year, the Jordan Brand Classic, presented by American Family Insurance, has announced the All-American Girls Team for this year’s game. The All-American Girls game originated in 2014 with the support of Jordan Brand family member Maya Moore.

The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced today, at NBA All-Star Weekend, four phenomenal players, seven standout coaches, one outstanding referee, one legendary contributor and one record-setting team as finalists from the North American and Women’s committees to be considered for election in 2017.

We have reached the midway point of the NBA season!  More importantly it is NBA All-Star Weekend! Fans across the globe can shift their focus to the city of New Orleans for the 66th NBA All-Star game.

Now in its 16th year, the Jordan Brand Classic, presented by American Family Insurance, has announced the All-American Boys Team for this year’s game.

It’s that time of the year again.  Long lines outside in freezing weather.  Standing room only crowds.  These are diehard basketball fans at their best … all waiting to experience the Spalding Hoophall Classic, the most legendary high school basketball showcase in the country.

As part of the celebration of this momentous day, the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame has announced the eligible candidates for the Class of 2017. A first look at the list was provided by The Jump on ESPN2, hosted by Rachel Nichols and first-time Hall of Fame nominee Tracy McGrady. A complete list of eligible candidates can be found below.

Position Sports has partnered with the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame to produce two marquee college basketball events on one day - Saturday, December 3rd.

The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced today the record-breaking attendance number of 18,308 for the 2016 Tip-Off Tournament at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut. Over 9,000 fans filled the sold-out venue each day to watch a field of teams that included three nationally ranked programs, Duke (AP Poll #1), Rhode Island (AP Poll #21) and Cincinnati (AP Poll #24),

The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced this week the watch list members for their 2017 College Basketball Awards including Bob Cousy Point Guard of the Year, Jerry West Shooting Guard of the Year, Julius Erving Small Forward of the Year, Karl Malone Power Forward of the Year and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Center of the Year.