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Unity in the Community Charity Basketball Game Set for November 2, 2024, at EE Smith High School

Fayetteville, NC (September 20, 2024) – Excitement is building for the Unity in the Community Charity Basketball Game, taking place on November 2, 2024, from 3 PM to 7 PM at EE Smith High School in Fayetteville. This event promises to be an exhilarating afternoon of basketball, community spirit, and togetherness while raising vital funds to support disadvantaged youth, providing them with access to educational resources, sports programs, and opportunities for personal growth and empowerment.

We are proud to announce that the event will feature attendance from prominent local leaders, including Mayor Mitch Colvin of Fayetteville, Mayor Kia Anthony of Spring Lake, and Mayor Jessie Bellflowers of Hope Mills. These esteemed officials will join forces with other elected representatives and organizations from the greater Fayetteville-Cumberland County area to support this meaningful initiative.

The Unity in the Community Charity Basketball Game aims to foster collaboration among community members, encourage civic engagement, and promote unity across our neighborhoods. Attendees can look forward to thrilling basketball matchups, including pregame scrimmages featuring the EE Smith Varsity boys and girls talented teams and other entertainment throughout the event.

In addition to the exciting charity basketball game, various community organizations will be present to provide information on local initiatives and resources, reinforcing the importance of supporting one another. The event will also offer opportunities for networking and connecting with local leaders, businesses, and residents.

“We are thrilled to bring our community together through this charity event,” said Jerrod Mustaf, Director of Basketball for US Elite Basketball. “Unity in the Community is more than a basketball game; it’s about building inclusive partnerships, supporting local causes, and celebrating the vibrant spirit of Fayetteville and its surrounding areas. In this emotional political season, we want to use basketball and community to promote unity, inclusion and sportsmanship on the last weekend before the historic Presidential election.”

Fayetteville-Cumberland County Parks & Recreation are partnering with US Elite Basketball for this event and other partners and sponsors will be announced in the coming days.

Event Details:

• What: Unity in the Community Charity Basketball Game
• When: November 2, 2024
• Time: 3 PM – 7 PM
• Where: EE Smith High School, Fayetteville, NC
• Special Guests: Mayor Mitch Colvin, Mayor Kia Anthony, Mayor Jessie Bellflowers, and other elected officials

Join us for a day filled with sportsmanship, joy, and inspiration as we come together to support our communities. Everyone is invited to attend, and donations are welcomed to help further promote the causes supported by this event.

For more information about the Unity in the Community Charity Basketball Game, or to learn how you can get involved, please contact Patricia Williams at uselitebball@gmail.com or 202.878.1056

Media Contact:

Patricia Williams
Community relations Liaison
US Elite Basketball
uselitebball@gmail.com
202.878.1056

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July 8, 2024 (Charlotte, NC).  US Elite Basketball would like to congratulate our Executive Director, Jerrod Mustaf on his induction into the 2024 American Basketball Hall of Fame on June 30, 2024.

Other Inductees in the 2024 Class were:  Bobby McQuaige, Bob Huggins, Bobby Knight, Brad Sellers, Campy Russell, Carlos Rodgers, Dave Bing, Dru Joyce II, Ed McCluskey, Greg Bell, Andre Rison, Kenny Sailors, Kevin Mackey, Larry Bird, Mateen Cleaves, Phil Chenier, Ray Scott, Rick Mahorn, Semeka Randall-Lay and Jarvis Basnight.

This was the 6th annual American Basketball Hall of Fame Induction class and was held at the Oakland University in Auburn Hills, MI.  Congratulations to all the inductees!

US Elite Basketball

US Elite Basketball is a comprehensive basketball platform that provides recruitment opportunities to student athletes from middle school through college.  Operating as a resource center for basketball players, US Elite Basketball is establishing itself as a leader in grassroots basketball development.

February 1, 2024, (Mitchellville, Maryland) US Elite Basketball is pleased to
announce the addition of Chad Jones to the management staff. Chad will oversee
the US Elite Basketball Recruiting Division, primarily responsible for the
Southeast and Midwest markets. Chad brings a wealth of experience as the
former President of Recruit Nation.
US Elite Basketball is excited to add Chad with his national network with high
schools, AAU teams and college coaches. Chad will begin work immediately on
developing signature US Elite Basketball properties and regional partnerships.

About Chad Jones
Chad Jones, is the CEO and Founder of Global Sports Consulting, a sports marketing firm that
focuses on providing an exposure platform for youth and high school athletes across the
country seeking collegiate scholarship opportunities.
Chad was born and raised in Chicago, Il., where he grew up playing basketball, baseball and
golf.  He went to high school in the DMV area and was a three-sport student-athlete.
Upon graduating high school, Chad attended Johnson C. Smith University on a golf
scholarship and earned his way to a Preferred Walk-On for the basketball team.
His previous experiences at the prep level include:
President of Recruit Nation and National Scout (Reebok Tournament Series)
About US Elite Basketball
US Elite Basketball is a comprehensive grassroots marketplace that provides a
platform and exposure to current and former athletes. Operating as a resource
center for basketball players, US Elite Basketball is establishing itself as a leader
in basketball branding and career development.

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January 9, 2024 (Charlotte, NC). US Elite Basketball joins Puma and Foot Locker Charlotte to
bring NBA-inspired shooting and skills competition. The inclusive event will be held at the
Simmons YMCA on Saturday, January 13 from 10am to 2pm.
This activation promises an exciting blend of entertainment, competition and community
involvement marking the celebration of NBA star LaMelo Ball and Puma new branded court at
the Simmons YMCA.
Jerrod Mustaf and the US Elite Basketball Post Grad basketball players will direct the mini clinic,
the Puma Shooting Stars competition and The Heart of Sneakers (THOS) Skills Challenge.

US Elite Basketball
US Elite Basketball is a comprehensive basketball platform that provides recruitment opportunities to
student athletes from middle school through college. Operating as a resource center for basketball
players, US Elite Basketball is establishing itself as a leader in grassroots basketball development.
Simmons YMCA
YMCA of Greater Charlotte
400 E Morehead Street
Charlotte, NC 28202

November 6, 2023 (Greenville, South Carolina) US Elite Basketball and The HBCU MLK Unity Invitational 2024 organizers are pleased to announce US Elite Basketball as an official partner of the Inaugural holiday weekend.  Aside from an exciting weekend of high level HBCU Men’s and Women’s collegiate games featuring 16 CIAA and SIAC teams, there will be an elite high school game, a Career Expo, Youth and Family Resources Day, Worship Day, Scholarship Gala, and a Coaches and Community Outreach Day led by Jerrod Mustaf (former NBA player).  Other events will be announced in the next few weeks.

About The Coaches and Community Outreach Day

Coaches and Community Outreach Day provides a unique opportunity to connect coaches and recruiters from Men’s and Women’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) programs with local nonprofit organizations and community centers in Greenville.  This event focuses on engaging in meaningful community service activities, with a particular emphasis on supporting and uplifting youth and communities.

About US Elite Basketball

US Elite Basketball is a comprehensive grassroots marketplace that provides a platform and exposure to current and former athletes. Operating as a resource center for basketball players, US Elite Basketball is establishing itself as a leader in basketball branding and basketball property development.

About Jerrod Mustaf

Jerrod Mustaf is a former first-round draft pick of the New York Knicks.  In 2014 he was named one of the 100 Most Influential Marylanders in the field of social work after leading the Take Charge Program as the Executive Director as the premier juvenile diversion programs in the country.  Jerrod is the founder of both the Street Basketball Association and US Elite Basketball platforms and has been considered an expert in the art, science and business of basketball.  In 2006 he was appointed the Sports Ambassador for the Republic of The Gambia.

October 19, 2023 (Mitchellville, Maryland) US Elite Basketball is pleased to announce the addition of Ryan Featherson to the management staff. Ryan will support the US Basketball Legends Division and the Business Development and Community Engagement space.  Ryan will help coordinate player appearances, autograph signings, camps/clinics, celebrity games, and all Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities.

The US Elite Basketball Legends Division will work with former NBA, college, and local basketball legends to create brand partnerships, licensing, commercial opportunities, and social media campaigns.  Our objective is to leverage our client’s careers.

About Ryan Featherson

Ryan is the founder and owner of ROF Sports Management where he is a certified Major League Baseball (MLB) scout.  He also founded and sponsors the only USATF track team in Columbus County, North Carolina.  Over the past ten years, Ryan has represented athletes in the AFL, XFL, MLB, CFL and Arena Football.  Since 2021, Ryan has executed several NIL deals for NCAA student-athletes.

 About US Elite Basketball

US Elite Basketball is a comprehensive grassroots marketplace that provides a platform and exposure to current and former athletes. Operating as a resource center for basketball players, US Elite Basketball is establishing itself as a leader in basketball branding and career development.

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September 25, 2023 (Mitchellville, Maryland) US Elite Basketball is pleased to announce the addition of Joseph Lynch to the management staff. Joe will lead the US Basketball Legends Division in the development of player appearances, autograph signings, camps/clinics, celebrity games, and all Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities.

The US Elite Basketball Legends Division will work with former NBA, college, and local basketball legends to create brand partnerships, licensing, commercial opportunities, and social media campaigns.  Our objective is to leverage our client’s careers.

About Joseph Lynch

As the founder and CEO of Premier Talent Relations, Joe has been a sports enthusiast for his entire life.  Joe brings a multifaceted skillset to the US Elite Basketball team with a background in sales and marketing that includes multi-sport broadcaster and sports commentator.

 About US Elite Basketball

US Elite Basketball is a comprehensive grassroots marketplace that provides a platform and exposure to current and former athletes. Operating as a resource center for basketball players, US Elite Basketball is establishing itself as a leader in basketball branding and career development.

March 17, 2023 (Lake Waccamaw, NC) – Former NBA player and Whiteville native Jerrod Mustaf announces his second annual “FREE” Basketball and Life Skills Camp for Columbus County youth ages 8-16. The camp will again be held at Thomas Academy on the beautiful campus of the Boys and Girls Home of North Carolina in Lake Waccamaw from July 10 to July 14, 2023.

Camp Director, Jerrod Mustaf, held his first camp as an NBA player in nearby Whiteville back in 1992 and has directed annual camps and clinics for over 30 years. As one of the first summer camps to feature the primary sport of basketball combined with a full balance of life and survival skills, Mr. Mustaf appreciates the strong partnership with Thomas Academy for the youth of Columbus County.

A talented team of highly credentialed professionals will again facilitate the life skills sessions with special guests daily to emphasize health & wellness, decision-making, financial literacy, and critical thinking skills in a global world with unlimited opportunities.

The free camp, open to the community, will run July 10 – 14 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Lunch will be provided. Space is limited and registration is required.

A first round draft pick for the New York Knicks in 1990, Mustaf played with the Knicks and Phoenix Suns before playing professionally in Europe. He is the director of basketball for US Elite Basketball LLC, based in Mitchellville, Maryland. He is also the Executive Director of the Take Charge Program, a North Carolina non-profit organization specializing in pre-teen and teen behavior health, youth development and family strengthening programming.

To get more information, or to register, contact Jonathan Crawley at jon.crawley@thomasacademync.org or 910-646-2237.

Youth can also register at www.uselitebasketball.com

About Take Charge

Take Charge is a collaborative community-based 501c3 non-profit organization specializing in pre-teen and teen behavior health, youth development and family strengthening programming. Created as an alternative to youth detention and student expulsion, Take Charge has compiled an exemplary record of providing services to challenged youth through a variety of programs and support services. Their mission is to develop youth’s resistance to engage in negative behaviors and to progress academically and socially by developing pride in self, family, and culture. It is funded through private donations and both government and corporate grant funding.

About Thomas Academy

Thomas Academy is a North Carolina Public Charter School that educates middle and high school students. Located on the campus of Boys and Girls Homes of North Carolina in Lake Waccamaw, the

academy provides a tailored academic experience to students who are oftentimes in need of a more specialized, integrated curriculum. Thomas Academy was founded on personalization in education, unique offerings and educating through purposeful design. Enrollment is open to any student in grades six through 12.

US Elite Basketball

US Elite Basketball is a comprehensive basketball platform that provides recruitment opportunities to student athletes from middle school through college. Operating as a resource center for basketball players, US Elite Basketball is establishing itself as a leader in grassroots basketball development.

January 24, 2023 (Bowie, Maryland). US Elite Basketball is excited to announce a new
partnership with Press Row Sports Network, to provide quality sports entertainment via
streaming, radio, film and social media.  The initial property of this burgeoning partnership is a
novel basketball podcast, Hometown Legends Podcast Series.

The Hometown Legends Podcast Series will be a medium for former NBA players, college all
stars and neighborhood legends to share their untold stories, promote their personal brands and
be an inspiration for youth, from their respective hometowns and around the country.  Aside
from being phenomenal athletes, these iconic players will enjoy the opportunity to share their
personal stories in the comfort of our online fireside chat with hosts, Queen Mary Ashley and Melo Williams.

The Hometown Legends Podcast Series will kickoff with our first featured Legend in February,
2023.  Details to be released weekly.

US Elite Basketball LLC
US Elite Basketball is a comprehensive basketball platform that provides recruitment
opportunities to student-athletes from middle school through college.  Operating as a basketball
resource center, US Elite Basketball is establishing itself as a leader in the overall basketball
industry.

Press Row Sports Network
Press Row Sports Network was founded in 2017 and covers high school, collegiate and
professional sports and entertainment news.

www.uselitebasketball.com

January 12, 2023 (Hampton, Virginia)- Legendary Grassroots basketball coach and AAU executive Boo Williams announces the 2023 HBCU High Senior Showcase coordinated with US Elite Basketball to be held at the Boo Williams Sportsplex in Hampton, Virginia on Sunday, April 23, 2023, from 3pm to 7pm.

This signature HBCU Experience event will allow unsigned high senior boys and girls from the South Atlantic states (Delaware, Maryland, DC, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia) an opportunity to showcase their basketball talents in front of HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) coaches, NCAA Division II, III, NAIA, NCAA Junior Colleges, and Post Grad programs.  Coaches from the MEAC, CIAA, SWAC, SIAC and other NCAA conferences have committed to use this event as an additional recruiting evaluation tool as they finalize their 2023 recruiting classes.

This event is Co-chaired by Boo Williams and Coach Willie Washington (Athletic Director of Benedict College).  The basketball instruction and competitive games will be led by former NBA and college players.

Registration is available at www.boowilliamsbball.org and www.uselitebasketball.com.  There are a limited number of slots for both boys and girls, so we recommend that you register early.

About Boo Williams

 A former basketball star at Hampton’s Phoebus High School and Saint Joseph’s University, Boo has developed the nation’s premier youth organization.  Boo is currently the chairman of the AAU Boys and Girls Basketball committees and leader of the Boo Williams Basketball organization.  His legacy includes being inducted into the Hampton Roads Hall of Fame and winner of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Mannie Jackson- Basketball’s Human Spirit Award.

About Willie Washington

Athletic Director of Benedict College in Columbia, South Carolina.  Coach Washington spent twelve years as the Head Men’s Basketball Coach and Athletic Director at Allen University. After building a successful basketball program at Allen University it was time to turn his attention to revamping the Benedict College program.

Under his leadership, the Tigers were the scourge of the EIAC, winning six Commissioner’s Cups, the hallmark of excellence for the school with the best athletic program. Benedict won six out of seven during their stay in the EIAC since the inauguration of the award.

Washington was named the 1999 National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Southeast Region Athletic Director of the Year by the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics. During his tenure as basketball coach, the Benedict College team never had a losing season. He reached the 200 win-plateau during the 1997-98 season and guided the Tigers to the NAIA national tournament four times during the ’90s. He was named the winner of eight EIAC Coach of the Year awards and was inducted into the EIAC Hall of Fame in 1998. In 2004 in the coaching category, Washington was inducted into the Benedict College Hall of Fame.

US Elite Basketball

US Elite Basketball is a comprehensive basketball platform that provides recruitment opportunities to student athletes from middle school through college.  Operating as a resource center for basketball players, US Elite Basketball is establishing itself as a leader in grassroots basketball development.

US ELITE BASKETBALL PARTNERS WITH COACH CHARLES CHASE OF DOMINICAN REPUBLIC PRO LEAGUES TO OFFER OPPORTUNITIES TO AMERICAN PLAYERS

Pro Day to take place at Fayette County High School October 23.

BOWIE, MARYLAND, September 20, 2022 — US Elite Basketball announces a Pro Day and Tryout for professional men’s basketball players eighteen (18) years and older to compete for four (4) slots to travel to the Dominican Republic and compete on professional teams in front of Dominican Republic pro league coaches and team owners.

US Elite Basketball staff led by Litterial Green will direct the Pro Day at Fayette County High in order to select a minimum of four (4) American players who are ready for their opportunity to earn a professional contract in the Superior De Higuey League.  US Elite Basketball and Coach Charles Chase will pay all expenses for the November 15-21 four (4) game tryout in the Dominican Republic for the selected players.  Interested players should have a current passport.

Litterial Green is a former NBA veteran and international all star basketball player.  He attended the University of Georgia and remains their all-time scoring and assist leader.  Following a stellar professional playing career, Litterial became a well respected professional coach and player development director winning the WBA Coach of the Year.

Coach Charles Chase aka Coach Charlie is a current coach in the Dominican Republic professional basketball leagues.  Aside from coaching his respective teams, Coach Charlie believes in providing opportunities to play basketball at a high level and has a well-established pipeline for American players to the Dominican Republic pro leagues. Coach Charlie has placed American players in all of the pro leagues in the Dominican, Mexico and throughout South and Latin America.

US Elite Basketball is rapidly becoming the leader in amateur and professional basketball  opportunities in America. With a talented team of experts guiding each US Elite Division, US  Elite Basketball continues to expand its impact in the basketball industry, from the grassroots

sector to men’s and women’s pro basketball globally. US Elite Basketball services and  offerings include event licensing and management, signature basketball events, sports  apparel, player development training, professional basketball management and  consultation and other initiatives. See events listing