words // Nick DePaula
While several of the NBA's biggest names have been hosting a string of charity basketball games all summer long, Under Armour Basketball is looking to switch things up with an all new approach and a new series of exhibition games kicking off today.
The brand will be taking all four of their up and coming pro athletes, including Brandon Jennings, Kemba Walker, Derrick Williams and Greivis Vasquez, to face off against three of their top east coast Under Armour high schools.
There's a twist though, as the pros will be playing 4 on 5 against the top-ranked preps from St. Frances Academy, Boys & Girls High School and Lincoln High School. While every charity game this summer has charged an entry fee, each game on the "Are Your From Here?" Tour will be hosted by the high school, open to the public and free for everyone in attendance.
After each game, you can also check out the Under Armour players at the following nearby Foot Locker locations for a meet and greet, autograph signings and Q / A session.
"Are You From Here?" Tour Info:
Monday, November 7
St. Frances Academy, Baltimore, MD
Game Time: 4:00 p.m.
Foot Locker Appearance:
Mondawmin Mall, Baltimore, MD
7:00 – 8:45 p.m.
Wednesday, November 9
Boys and Girls High School, Brooklyn, NY
Game Time: 3:45 p.m.
Foot Locker Appearance:
Fulton Street Mall, Brooklyn, NY
7:00 – 8:45 p.m.
Friday, November 11
Abraham Lincoln High School, Brooklyn, NY
Game Time: 4:00 p.m.
Foot Locker Appearance:
34th Street, New York, NY
7:00 – 8:45 p.m.
Under Armour Basketball's Mike Parker, Director of Marketing, shares an overview of the "Are You From Here?" Tour below:
