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Trying to help the high school level of hoops - one tweet at a time. My own thoughts and views are expressed here, not of my employer.

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2 years
Coach K Appreciation Day at Nike.
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5 years
Coaching high school basketball is not standing and calling plays - it’s TEACHING the game and assisting young people in their development into quality adults.
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5 years
“’C’mon Coach, I just wanna hoop … Six years later, I'm playing for Steve Kerr & we're doing the same dang thing. Coach DeBusk was on to something." @KlayThompson recognized his High School Coach at the 2019 Coaching Corps Game Changer Awards
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6 years
Note to all of the players of summer travel teams: please thank the people who made your summer experience possible. All of them spent money, their time and/or worked hard to make this all possible.
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5 years
HS coaches: remember many times there is a great resource nearby...the local retired coach. They have tons of experience and knowledge (and time) to come view a practice/game and give you a different perspective.
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5 years
So proud of these guys- @dhurley15 and @nate_oats are shining examples of high school coaches who made a successful jump to high major D1. AD’s, there are more of them out there, give HS coaches a look! #PeachJam @UConnMBB @AlabamaMBB
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3 years
High school coaches: never underestimate the impact you have on your players’ lives - now and into adulthood.
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7 years
Getting harder every year for HS coaches to do their jobs. Outside influences, unrealistic parents, unsupportive administrations. Sad...
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4 years
Today would be first day of @NikeGirlsEYBL . I feel for the girls who cannot play despite the hard work in preparing, the parents who sacrifice their love, time & money to support their daughters and the coaches/directors who dedicate so much of themselves to make it all work
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6 years
Good to see all of the positive press @JalenHurts continues to receive. Many parents of HS athletes could take a lesson from this 19 year old on how to act when your son/daughter doesn’t get the playing time you think they deserve.
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4 months
Happy holidays!
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4 years
Ready to go!!! #LastDance
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4 years
HS Coaches: while you’re finishing your final cuts, think about which player is going to be the best teammate in March, not in November. #culturewins
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5 years
So cool that @KyrieIrving wore the Girls EYBL in game 1!
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🏀 #NBAKicks 👟
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Kyrie in the EYBL Nike Kyrie 5! #NBAKicks
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At the start of the round of 32: Nike/Jordan 26 schools. UA 3 schools. Adidas 3 schools.
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7 years
Loyalty does not have an expiration date...
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5 months
We had a VERY special guest show up at the @iolaniclassic last night - the 44th President! Thank you @BarackObama for supporting the teams and players! @nikebasketball Photo credit @CoachDeLuca1
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3 years
Good luck to all the players in July tournaments. Remember, what you do without the ball in your hands can be as important as when you have it…
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5 years
Good luck and safe travels to all of the boys and girls high school basketball teams moving around the country the next couple of weeks for holiday tournaments. #lifetimememories #teambonding
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4 years
Right out of the box for Episodes 7 & 8! Carolina fans will be happy. What’s everyone else wearing? #TheLastDance
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5 years
Is this not one of the best days of the year?? #MarchMadness2019
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7 years
Big news! Maryland to become 9th state to implement 35-second shot clock for boys basketball @paulbiancardi
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6 years
Condolences out to the family of James Hampton from Team United, player who collapse and passed away at a Nike EYBL game yesterday.
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4 years
It is great when teams are on the road, HS coaches take their players to see points of interest in the area they are visiting. Development of the whole person is so important. The players may not appreciate it until they are older but the impression has been made. #growth
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5 years
Early big wins by Buffalo @nate_oats and UConn @dhurley15 continue to show the successes of former HS coaches at the college level. C’mon AD’s, give more of them a chance - these guys can coach!
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1990, I was a young head coach & my team was playing in same event as DeMatha in L.A. We just finished practice & they were coming on after. Coach Wootten told him he liked our practice. I felt like I just got my coaching license from the God of HS Basketball. RIP Coach.
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Ronnie Flores
4 years
#RIP to Morgan Wootten, #HSBB 's 1st Naismith HOF coach, from DeMatha (Hyattsville, MD). When I was real young & starting to read & study everything I could about #HSBB , besides the players, he was 1 of the 1st names that stuck & I remember. A huge loss for the #HSBB community 🙏
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Tony Dorado
5 years
Toughest thing to do this time of year is trying to keep up with of all the Nike high schools during their respective state tournaments. I hate not knowing of a state championship, a big win, a tough defeat or season ending loss. Best of luck to all! #nikefam
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7 years
USA Today: Nike EYBL: No. 1 senior Michael Porter Jr. said the best way to get to No. 1 is through EYBL via @
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5 years
Love seeing all the senior night moments. Honoring those, starters & non-starters, who have committed their time, energy & sweat to their team, their school & their community. You are part of something bigger that you will be connected to for the rest of your life. I salute you!
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3 years
I've been saying it for years @DickieV - if given the chance, there are many high school coaches who would be successful at the college level. Thanks for saying it on national tv. @espn
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7 years
This is spot on. I hope high school coaches always remember that NO ONE is bigger than your program.
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2 years
Honored to speak last night at Boo’s Sneaker Gala, celebrating a man who has changed the lives of so many youth and been a leader/mentor of the adults who coach those youths. #NikeFam
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4 years
The @NBA should be proud of the success of the bubble.
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4 years
I was surprised with last week’s large response on the shoes for watching #TheLastDance so I’ll do it every week. Here’s tonight’s...
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5 years
This is an amazing display of the life lessons a good high school can instill in their players. Teaching respect and humility of the school and community they represent. They are truly taking care of “their house”. Great job @coachcho ! #nikefam
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Jeff Lulay
5 years
. I’ve watched hundreds of HS sporting events/teams across the state of Oregon - this is the first time I’ve seen players help the custodian staff clean the gym after a game. Not to mention, after Lake Oswego secured the league championship!
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5 years
More body and hand contact is allowed on the dribbler in HS than college or pro. #callthefoul
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4 years
Can’t we have all 10 episodes tonight?? #LastDance
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2 years
It is the best combination for college coaches to see HS players playing with their high school teams and with their travel teams. Can be evaluated in two different setting, both serve a purpose.
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2 years
HS Coaches: these are "dog" days of the season. Some are in the midst of preparing for playoffs. You always think of others first. Today, TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF, physically and mentally - make yourself the priority. Your team will appreciate it. #takeaTO4u
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Tony Dorado
3 years
I'm constantly reminded, with examples, that great HS coaches teach on and off the court.
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Tony Dorado
3 years
I’m at a loss for words hearing news about Tom Konchalski’s passing. A kind soul who never compromised his craft to the ever-changing world of grassroots hoops. Since he was east coast based, I feel many coaches out west missed out on getting to know this basketball savant. RIP
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4 years
I think of all of the people working behind the scenes to make the bubble a success. Their sacrifice of 100+ days away from families and friends is extraordinary. Hope they get some well deserved rest!
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Tony Dorado
4 years
The last pair for the last night of #TheLastDance . Original 1995 Jordan 11 Concord’s including ⁦ @TjDorado ⁩ first pair of Jordan’s - also an original 1995 pair. It’s been fun sharing throughout the documentary.
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4 years
Ready to go for episodes 5 & 6!!! #TheLastDance
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5 years
HS rankings DO NOT matter! That’s why I like the NBA - the buck stops there. It is just about contributing - they don’t care about anything else... 2019 NBA Draft: 9 1st-round prospects who beat the odds after being lowly rated HS players via @CBSSports
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3 years
Thank you to all female coaches, sports administrators, media, sports businesswomen, all in any other sports profession that provide a guiding light, mentorship and are role models to girls growing up who are learning they can be like you. #NationalGirlsAndWomenInSportsDay
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4 years
Always tough staying on top of all the games during the holiday season but good luck to all of the Nike schools and safe travel! #NikeFam
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5 years
I heard this live on the radio and was like, “wow, high school players need to hear this”. Thanks for providing the video Matt. Those moments don’t happen because of wishing and hoping or having a sense of entitlement.
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Matthew Conboy
5 years
“I was prepared for it because the way I approached my stuff in the Summer”. @Dame_Lillard @trailblazers @ChadinRipCity #winner #nba #prepared #ripcity #leader #comfidence
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3 years
Good for the health of the NBA that a small market team wins the championship with a star that elected to stay
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6 years
An example for visiting high school teams to follow this basketball season??
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Army Equipment
6 years
Leave it how you found it. Thanks for the hospitality @OU_Football !
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5 years
Great follow up story on the birth of the twins @JillNoe has been carrying for her twin. Incredible feat by this birthday girl. I hope you’re enjoying your special day.
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"It was like a dream." Whitney Bliesner is a new mom to twins thanks to her own twin, Jill Noe, who carried the children for Bliesner due to a rare health condition that prevented her from doing so herself.
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2 years
What a great celebration last night for ⁦ @OHACoachSmith ⁩ retirement! Amazing turnout of former players & their message was consistent, while he won, more importantly, he & Mrs. Smith changed their lives…and in some cases, literally saved their lives. Powerful stuff…
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Tony Dorado
5 years
Just finished watching the Marquette-Creighton game and there is a lesson. High school players: as you work on your game...study the game - know the rules of the game. It could very well be the difference in winning or losing more than your step back or cross-over.
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6 years
People ask, “how does Duke do it?” They expect to win. It’s their culture, the freshmen feel it when they get recruited and when they get to campus so it carries over from class to class. #culturewins
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Whew, just got it in to celebrate #nationaldaughtersday . Thank you ⁦ @steph_dorado ⁩ for being the most AMAZING daughter!!
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3 years
This day, a year ago, John McCallum and @reggieprimetime were kind enough to honor me at the @LSInvitational . I wish we were all at Liberty HS watching the best in Oregon high school hoops playing against some of the nation’s top teams. Can’t wait for the 2021 version...
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7 years
Peach Jam....The best Boys summer event - ever! #NikeEYBL #2017PeachJam #nikebasketball
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3 years
Happy 25th birthday to @steph_dorado ! I’m so proud of you and the person you have become. Your passion and caring heart are taking you places! #GirlDad
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5 years
Great news!
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AL.com
5 years
BREAKING: A judge has ruled in Maori Davenport’s favor and she can play tonight
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4 years
So many HS tournament championship games today. It’s been encouraging to see the good crowds supporting the teams and events. Tournament directors are doing an excellent job on social media with their coverage. #supportHShoops
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3 years
Sad, tragic news this morning out of Myrtle Beach with the passing of John Rhodes, Executive Director of the @BBCbasketball and former mayor of MB. John was a gracious person to work with and did so much for high school basketball - he will be missed. RIP.
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5 years
@Nike @TigerWoods Truly the GOAT....
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1 year
Have said for a few years that coaching HS basketball is the hardest level of coaching. This list of realities is comprehensive and accurate. Throw in the increase of lack of support from school/district for HS coaches and it becomes a tough job.
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Greg Berge
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Being a High School Head Coach is Hard. Unless you have done it, you do not understand. Here are 8 Realities that All Head Coaches Face. [THREAD] 🧵
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Everytime Jokic is interviewed he emphasizes how good it is and how important it is to play as a team and being part of of something bigger. #winner
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1 year
Looking forward to watching these two go head-to-head tonight. They are part of 7 former Nike Elite high school coaches now D1 head coaches. Frank Martin, Jerome Tang, Stan Waterman, Tony Pujol & Bucky McMillan are the others.
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2 years
Coffee, getting on the golf course and then getting home to watch elite eight games… That’s a great Sunday…
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3 years
Swooshes all over the place this basketball weekend: Nike teams in both boys and girls championship in #GEICONationals @WhosNextHS and 3/4 in Women’s Final 4 and 3/4 in Men’s F4 (UCLA switching over to Jordan next year) @nikebasketball
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2 years
Jordan Brand Classic girls practice at this cool spot in Chicago.
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6 years
Classy move by Michigan State - all starters went over and shook Phil Knight’s hand, not just a tap and go but a sincere, respectful handshake. #PK80
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5 years
The health issues associated with Urban Myers should be a reminder to all coaches to take of oneself. The hours of the profession lend itself to late dinners or quick meals but remember to eat healthy, get rest and work out - your team needs you!
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7 years
Congrats to @TeamElitebball for making Nike Nationals history by becoming the first program to win back-to-back titles
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5 years
At the start of the Men’s Sweet 16: Nike/Jordan 14 schools. UA 2 schools.
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@CoachCho So proud of these two - and all the former @nikebasketball high school coaches who are currently D1 head coaches. Keep telling anyone in college that will listen - HS coaches can coach!!
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Tony Dorado
6 years
This is great stuff from @jasonterry31
@BballCoachMac
Coach Mac 🏀
6 years
Must-watch video! All players need to understand this.
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4 years
We got some rain overnight, more forecasted today and most importantly, our Air Quality Index is finally under 200! #OregonFires
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6 years
Muslim basketball player now dressed for athletic success thanks to new Nike hijab via @usatodayhss
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7 years
Sad to hear about St. Anthony's. Although never a Nike school, much respect for Coach Hurley & the impact of his teachings, on/off the court
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3 years
Fun to watch @sabrina_i20 in action last night and then see her talk to, sign autographs and take pictures with all the young girls that waited for her after the game. #ClassAct #NikeFam
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4 years
@steph_dorado ⁩ has got it going on! It’s scary sometimes how much we think and act the same. She makes me proud everyday! #girldad
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5 years
Starts today...ESPNU....
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3 years
Imagine if that game had been played in a packed Lucas Oil Stadium
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4 years
Good coaches are knowledgeable about the game. Excellent coaches can TEACH that knowledge.
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5 years
Every year there is going to be some High School State Associations that baffle me with decisions they make around their basketball playoffs/state tournaments.
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4 years
Don’t know too many coaches as humble as Grant Rice at @BG_Basketball . But don’t mistake niceness for softness. 9 straight state titles and 500 wins shows his toughness! Congrats on a special season Coach! #nikefam
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5 years
Great job with organization and set up by @AZBballCoaches . High level teams here and lots of college coaches.
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7 years
Making cuts is tough for a HS coach. Kudos to those who end dreams but keep intact a kid's self-esteem & love of the game.
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7 years
What a teachable moment that now has become for all youth and high school coaches.... #boxout #FinalFour
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6 years
Golf yesterday. Hike near Mt. Hood today. Golf again tomorrow. Oregon Ducks football game on Saturday. #vacationmode
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5 years
Great talking on the bus with the legend Boo Williams. Stories about some of the players that have played on his boys teams: Toughest all time player: Zo, best scorer: AI, best shooter: JJ Reddick. #NikeFam
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Tony Dorado
4 years
Thanks for having me on!
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Kameo Williams
4 years
@TDNike joined the @BallNGems Podcast with myself & @PBevBallNPrep . We discussed a variety of topics. We will drop the full episode at 5pm today, but here’s a little bit. You will want to listen to this episode! Thanks Tony!
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6 years
Excellent staff this week at Nike Skills Academy. Lots of high level teaching for the top HS and college players. #improvingBkIQ
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6 years
It is a small token of appreciation to honor a man dedicated to helping girls get better - on and off the court.
@HubbardCoach
Team Elite Hubbard
6 years
Big Thank you to @TDNike @JillNoe for the Mid-season Shoe in Honor of our beloved Kirk Pointer. #TeamEliteFamily .
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2 years
There’s only 1 shirt to wear today…
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2 years
I wish HS basketball would have more state vs state showcase games.
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CHRIST THE KING 🦁🏀
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Game Day!!!!
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5 years
Can’t express how amazed I am of Jill’s generosity - so great that her story is getting out!
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TODAY
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Woman serves as surrogate for her twin sister who can't be pregnant
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7 years
As it is time for Senior Nights, I want to congratulate all female & male high school seniors who play their last hoop home game. #respect
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