UPCOMING EVENTS

​PAST EVENTS
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2nd Holiday Middle School Classic Recap 

The 2nd Holiday Middle School Classic, held December 6-8, 2024, at Germantown Friends School, was an unforgettable celebration of youth basketball, community, and sportsmanship. Powered by Shoot Basketballs NOT People and the Soles Foundation, this highly anticipated tournament brought together talented middle school teams from across the region, showcasing the next generation of basketball stars. 

A huge thank you to Kee Vandaway, HH Visions, EE Philly, Brooke, and A.S.A Flicks for capturing the spirit and excitement of the event with their incredible photography. Congratulations to D-Up Academy, the tournament's first back-to-back champions, for their outstanding performance and determination on the court. Your grit and teamwork were truly inspiring! 

This year’s Classic was more than just basketball—it was about fostering unity, providing opportunities, and empowering youth. We can’t wait to see what next year holds! 

Stay tuned for more highlights and updates from Shoot Basketballs NOT People and Soles Foundation.

SBNP Coaches Retreat

Our Shoot Basketballs NOT People coaches had an incredible experience attending the USA Basketball Coaches Academy in Atlanta for a special retreat! They had the opportunity to learn from some of the best in the game, including coaches from USA Basketball, the NBA, and NCAA programs like Georgia Tech, Wake Forest, and Emory.

Special appreciation to Coach Dom, Coach Maalik, and Coach Erick for your unwavering dedication to our young athletes and your commitment to shaping the future of SBNP

Bad Things Happen In Philadelphia Screening 

A huge thank you to everyone who made the two free movie screenings of "Bad Things Happen in Philadelphia" (Directed and Produced By Award Winning Director and Producer Kyra Knox) at Temple University Hospital a success!

We extend our deepest gratitude to Scott Charles (Trauma Outreach Manager at Temple University Hospital), Dorothy Johnson-Speight (Founder & Executive Director of Mothers in Charge), Michelle Kerr-Spry (Mothers In Charge), State Rep Darisha Parker, City Commissioner Omar Sabir, P Michael from Young Barbers Academy, and all the attendees for making this night unforgettable

Special recognition to Garry Mills, founder of Shoot Basketballs NOT People, for being honored by Mothers in Charge for his incredible work in the communities of Philadelphia.

We are thrilled to announce our participation as a sponsor for the “More Than A Run” Youth Classic, presented by NextGen America and More Than A Game!

Join us to witness Philadelphia's top young basketball talents showcase their skills in a competitive 5v5 pick-up game and intense 1v1 matchups. This free community event promises more than just thrilling basketball – enjoy voter registration opportunities, free food, swag giveaways, and great music. You might even get the chance to snap a photo with some professional basketball players!

This exciting event will take place on Friday, September 6, 2024, from 3–7 pm EDT at The Alan Horwitz "Sixth Man" Center Location:
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4250 Wissahickon Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19129

​We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to NextGen America, the nation's largest youth voting organization, for bringing “More Than A Run” to North Philly. This event not only offers a safe and professional environment for showcasing basketball talent but also fosters a spirit of community, family, and friends.

​"Warmth For All Winter Clothing Drive"

Proudly sponsored by Shoot Basketball Not People, Soles Foundation, and Aspira Bilingual Charter Cyber School. 

​"Philadelphia Holiday Middle
School Classic"

​The Philadelphia Holiday Middle School Classic at Germantown Friends was a three-day basketball tournament on December 8th to the 10th. Proudly sponsored by the impactful organizations, Shoot Basketballs NOT People.

"Spread Love NOT Bullets"