Sue Bird, the queen of the court, just got a plastic makeover, and it’s every bit as legendary as her game. On Tuesday July 16, Mattel unveiled a new Barbie doll inspired by none other than WNBA legend Sue Bird. The Sue Bird Barbie is part of Mattel’s “Sheroes” collection, celebrating women who have broken
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WNBA All-Stars Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier are set to revolutionize women’s basketball with the launch of Unrivaled Basketball, an innovative league aiming to fill the WNBA offseason with high-octane competition. Slated to debut in January 2025 and lasting eight weeks, Unrivaled will feature 30 elite players across six teams, engaging fans with intense 3-on-3
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NBA 2K25 just dropped some news, and it’s nothing short of iconic. WNBA superstar A’ja Wilson is gracing the cover, and it’s a move that’s shaking up the game in the best way possible. This is more than just a cover athlete announcement—it’s a cultural moment. Wilson is the first WNBA player to serve as
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Nike has officially unveiled the new signature logo for WNBA superstar A’ja Wilson, marking a significant milestone ahead of the release of her highly anticipated signature shoe, the A’One, set to drop in 2025. The new logo, a stylized ‘A’ integrated with a star, reflects A’ja’s immense star power and her reputation as a “diamond
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Wilson and Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark just unveiled their latest collaboration, and it’s a slam dunk. Introducing the Limitless Series, the first drop in the Wilson x Caitlin Clark signature collection. This isn’t just any collection—it’s a tribute to Caitlin’s incredible journey, with each basketball telling a story of grit, ambition, and undeniable talent. Leading
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Basketball footwork is so critical to getting buckets. “I can get anywhere with one dribble. I can get anywhere with no dribbles. My footwork matches up with my ball handling, which is what I think the difference is between watching somebody that has a nice handle, and between somebody that has a great movement pattern.
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They get buckets, for real! Whether you’re wishing happy birthday to a dunking dynamo or a sideline supporter, these basketball birthday cards are sure to be a slam dunk for kids and adults. We’ve curated a special selection of cool hooper cards in all shapes and sizes – some are even printable so you can
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Looking for the perfect basketball gift for a girl ages 5-18? We’ve got you covered. Today we’ll reveal gear and merch from some of the hottest up-and-coming women’s basketball brands. From unique basketball T-shirts to the latest reads from WNBA MVPs, and gifts to help your female hooper improve their performance such as a new
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Have you ever watched the master hooper Luka Doncic at work (or at play)? He’s a legend at playing with pace to stay in control of the game and get big buckets. The great news is – even at a time when defenders are more elite than ever before – you can do the same
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Looking for the perfect boys’ basketball gift? Tickets to an NBA game are a sure win. But if you’re not close to a team or the budget is wild, we’ve got you covered. Here are some fun, proven present ideas for boys ages 5-18 to bring a smile to your hooper. We’ve included something for
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Kelsey Plum and Under Armour just dropped a fire new colorway of their Women’s UA Flow Breakthru 4 MHA Basketball Shoes. Featuring a purple to teal gradient upper, teal laces, and a crisp white sole, these shoes were built for women’s feet specifically by women. And the ribbon on the tongue showcases the mental health
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Oh what does this button do?! Straight out of the lab: LaMelo Ball’s PUMA MB.03 x Dexter’s Laboratory is finally set to release on December 22nd! Similar to past LaMelo drops this colorway of his signature basketball sneaker uses vibrant colors. But this wild pair takes it up a notch with an eye-catching allover rainbow swirl pattern across
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So you have an Elf on the Shelf and a basketball player or fan, and you need to figure out how to keep them both occupied until December 24th? No sweat. Today we’ll explore creative Elf on the Shelf basketball ideas to dazzle and delight your littles this holiday season. We’ll also share some handy
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Back when they initially dropped, Kobe first wore the Green Grinches on Christmas Day. Ever since then they’ve been at the top of every hooper’s Christmas wishlist. Later, Anthony Davis and PJ Tucker were the first NBA players to wear the Nike Kobe 6 Protro Reverse Grinches. The Reverse Grinch shoe, mostly styled in a
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Dribble into the wonderland of holiday cheer: the best basketball Christmas ornaments are here! These ornaments for hoopers and W/NBA fans are guaranteed to add a touch of hoop-tastic magic to your festive decorations this season. From personalized jerseys and mini-me basketball players gracing your tree to sparkling 3D glass-blown ornaments and even a basketball
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Hoop York City for adidas “Every Night is Ladies Night” Fall/Winter ‘23 Collection arrives this Friday, 12/1, so mark your calendars! Or use whatever trick helps you remember to arrive at those 7am practices on time. The adidas x Hoop York City collection is the second collaboration between the women’s basketball community Hoop York City, founded in
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‘Tis the season for a touch of hoop hilarity! Showcase your holiday spirit with some of the best basketball Christmas sweaters for kids and adults – the MVPs of merriment, if you will. Let’s start our holly jolly journey through top holiday sweatshirt picks from sports brands such as Nike and independent creators on Etsy.
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Looking to build your basketball skills after picking up a ball a few times? We’ve got you! Discover the joys of basketball with fun basketball drills for beginners that will improve your ball handling, decision making, shooting, passing, defense, and more. These are the drills that have made our kids laugh, find their love for
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Want to take advantage of some of the biggest savings of the year? We’ve tried to make it easy with a quick round up of some of the best Black Friday basketball deals we’ve spotted. Shop deals on training, basketballs, hoops, shoes and apparel, and cards with our quick-hitter list. Shop Black Friday Basketball Deals
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Looking for an absolutely adorable holiday gift for the hooper in your life? Don’t miss The Give & Grow’s new Swishmas kits featuring a matte white basketball planter and a mini 16″ Christmas tree. Each festive kit also includes cute mini ornaments, lights and batteries, and a gold geometric stand. There’s also an extra planter
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OK so at some point it’s going to happen to you: the dreaded trap. Whether you’re bringing the ball up through a full-court press in the last few minutes of the game, or it gets sprung on you after you’ve crossed half court, you’re going to be forced to make instant decisions about how to
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While receiving a gift is always a good thing, special wrapping really takes it up a notch. And why not celebrate with a little bit of hoopla? Great for kids, grandchildren, friends, coaches, and coworkers these basketball gift wrapping papers and gift bags are sure to be a slam dunk for birthdays, Christmas, end of
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Looking for a brand that supports female hoopers and makes cool women’s basketball gear? Look no further. Today we’ve pulled together some of our favorite women’s basketball brands. Surprisingly, it can still be tough to find women-specific hooper clothing and training tools. But there are a few independent, up-and-coming brands that are thoroughly invested in
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Ready to let the ghoul times roll at basketball practice? Celebrate Halloween and build your team’s skills with creative Halloween basketball drills. These drills are best to use with groups of 4+ kids at a beginner to intermediate level (mostly elementary and middle school students, some high school students). Have fun while you help your
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So you’re looking for basketball stocking stuffer ideas for the hooper in your life. Look no further! Today we’ve got you covered with a quick list of some of the coolest basketball-themed stocking stuffers for fans of the WNBA, NBA, and basketball players. Discover Fun Basketball Stocking Stuffer Ideas From basketball-themed playing cards to vintage
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