July 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
September 25, 2024 - December 4, 2024
September 28, 2024 - November 10, 2024
Hoops. Buckets. And dunks galore. Start warming up and save the week of August 1–August 9 for this year’s session of The Court at the Seaport, a celebration of all things basketball. In partnership with LA non-profit Hoopbus, The Court will host an open tournament (featuring men’s and women’s divisions), dunk contests, open play, and daily youth programs featuring celebrity coaches.
Fun challenges, music and entertainment will be part of the mix throughout the week. Come on down, hit the court, and take part in activities presented by partners including FC21 Qualifier with Bobbito Garcia, AM Hoops, Junior WNBA, Lay the Guns Down, Wheelchair Sports Federation, and appearances from George the Messiah, Cole Holiday, Ball is Life Zay, and more!
Schedule
Thursday, August 1st
8-10am: Open Court
10am-12pm: Dudo Baez League Game
A feature 3×3 showcase game featuring players at the middle school and high school levels. Hosted by Roman Perez. 1 Youth Girls Game and 1 Youth Boys Game.
12-2pm: TBA
4-5pm: Messiah vs the World
An open challenge to any hooper ready to step onto the court with New York City’s undisputed champion: George the Messiah. Hosted by He Got Next.
5-7pm: Buckets and Brunch Run
Buckets ‘n Brunch is a NY-based community that gives women a space to bond over their shared love for the game (& brunch). Whether it’s someone’s weekly therapy, their competitive outlet or an opportunity to form new friendships — there’s always a way to get Buckets. To play, DM @BucketsNBrunch on instagram.
7-8pm: Open Court
Friday, August 2nd
7-9am: AM Hoops Run
A basketball run for the early-rising New Yorker. Hosted by Jacob Forch.
10am-1:30pm Bucket Fam
An open to public youth clinic and two showcase games of top middle and high school talent. Hosted by Stephen Doyle, Founder of Bucket Fam.
10-11:30am: Youth Skills Clinic (10-15)
11:30am-12:30pm: Bucket Fam Game 1, Middle School
12:30-1:30pm: Bucket Fam Game 2, High School
3-5pm: Open Court
5-8pm: Open Run vs Team Hoopbus
An open run is an open invitational for pickup basketball coordinated with an MC. This is a chance for the general public to participate in 5v5 basketball, the games will be co-ed and to a set score, the winner stays on. These runs will be curated by Team Hoopbus and hosted by Majesty Da Rebel.
Saturday, August 3rd
10am-7pm: Lay The Guns Down Community Day
Hosted by Michael Tucker
Lay The Guns Down is a community organization dedicated to ending gun violence by providing safe spaces for kids to pick up basketballs rather than weapons. This day-long community block party includes games, musical performances, and appearances and public speaking from city officials and those impacted by gun violence.
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