Ball Up Launches Search For The Next Streetball Star; Open Tryouts In Phoenix July 1, 2012

Coming off the NBA Finals and prior to the Summer Olympics, Streetball – the rawest form of basketball - will be making a splash this summer with a nationwide tour. Born on outdoor courts around the world, streetball has become renowned for its playing style and talent of the players involved. Experience the talent of Professor, Sik Wit It, Air Up There, Bone Collector, AO, Pat the Roc, Mr. Afrika, Violator, Special FX and Springs as they challenge teams across the country in search of America’s next best streetball player.

Criteria for winning a spot on Glen “Big Baby” Davis’ Streetball Team are below:
• Arrive for tryouts at 12pm for the Open Run Competition on game day
• Those selected will play in the live game later that evening
• Two MVP’s will be selected from the game in Phoenix and in subsequent markets for a chance to compete in the championship game against Ball Up All-Stars
• One player will be crowned MVP from the championship game and will win an exclusive player contract as the newest member of the professional Ball Up team.