The Burnett Brief

Monday, October 7, 2013

2013 GAMCA Basketball Coaches Clinic Recap

The inaugural GAMCA Basketball Coaches Clinic took place at Charles Drew High this past Saturday. It was a prime example of the same coaches who teach and emphasize execution coming together to execute an event that was definitely a "W" for all involved.

There were on-court demonstrations, dialogue, and interaction that made the day fly by, relatively speaking. I'm sure the day seemed much longer for Coach Izzy Ingle's Gordon State College team who provided the manpower for every coach's on-court demonstration. For each of the seven accomplished coaches who spoke, you had skills and drill sessions being performed by the Highlanders - they did a lot, they learned a lot, and they showed a lot on behalf of Coach Ingle and their basketball program down there in Barnesville, GA

Below, is the lineup of speakers that were on hand for the event.
Anthony Grant, Head Coach - Univ. Of Alabama: “Defensive Philosophy” (archived webcast)
Brian Gregory, Head Coach - Georgia Tech: "Ball Screens and Pick & Roll Offense" (archived webcast)
Ron Hunter, Head Coach - Georgia State University: “Fast Break Into Early Offense” (archived webcast)
Lewis Preston, Head Coach - Kennesaw State: “Special Situations” (archived webcast)
Nitra Perry, Head Coach, Women's Basketball - Kennesaw State: "Zone Offense" (archived webcast)
Cliff Warren, Head Coach - Jacksonville University: "Player Skill Development" (archived webcast)
Sharman White, Head Coach-Miller Grove: “Building a Rock Solid Defense in Practice” (archived webcast)

Learn more about the Minority Coaches Association of Georgia at http://www.mcaofga.com. Membership is open to all.

Monday, September 2, 2013

Looking back at Ludaday on Labor Day...

The 2013 LudaDay Weekend Celebrity Game is in the books, along with over $20,000 raised for charity efforts buoyed by The Ludacris Foundation.

You can check out the archived webcast at theSUVtv.com and LudaDayWeekend.com. This year's matchup featured John Wall of Team Ludacris and Team Usher's Jarrett Jack - both had 30+ points a piece in a game that went to overtime. Other participants and celebrity game attendees included James Harden, Kenneth Faried, Shannon Brown, Bernard James, Raymond Felton, Angel McCoughtry, Big Tigger, Raven Simone, Monica, and many more...

Special thanks to The Ludacris Foundation, DTP Records, Ebony Son Entertainment, and Future Phenom for their sponsorship of the 2013 live webcast. Here's a look at the signature 3D poster created by @Future_Phenom for the event:

Wednesday, August 28, 2013

Ludaday Weekend Celebrity Basketball Game - live webcast this Sunday, September 1, 2013

On this Sunday, September 1, The Sports Utility Vehicle will be working with The Ludacris Foundation to provide a live webcast of the 2013 Ludaday Weekend Celebrity Basketball Game. Advance tickets are on sale for $15 per person here. Viewers who want to catch the live webcast can go here to secure their online ticket for $10.

Here's a little background info on Ludaday Weekend and the Celebrity Basketball Game that's a part of it:

"LudaDay Weekend is an annual charity weekend committed to giving back to the Atlanta community through fundraising on behalf of The Ludacris Foundation. Ludacris, DTP Records, and Ebony Son Management have coordinated a plethora of activities, secured celebrity support, and generated media awareness to better the lives of college students, families and individuals who participate in the LudaDay Weekend festivities. LudaDay Weekend is by far the longest running celebrity-endorsed charity weekend in Atlanta, and arguably the nation. LudaDay Weekend is centered around giving back and community awareness through exclusive events and parties in Atlanta.

Held during Labor Day Weekend, the celebrity basketball game has quickly become one of the most anticipated events. Each year NBA players, radio personalities, and those in the music industry participate. It will be held at GSU Sports Arena on Sunday, September 1st."