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OWG Nike Elite Basketball in Brazil

August 16-23 2008 | Nike Elite Youth Basketball selected nine players who represented the United States and traveled to Brazil to compete at the ONE WORLD GAMES against some of the top teams in South America from August 16-23. The group visited three cities: Belo Horizonte, Ouro Preto and São Paulo. They played four games and gain a world of knowledge through various cultural experiences. Brazilian NBA star Anderson Varejao of the Cleveland Cavaliers will also joined the players during the trip.

The selected team: Avery Bradley (Bellarmine Prep/Tacoma, WA), Jamal Coombs-McDaniel (Tilton/Tilton, MA), Keith Gallon (Oak Hill Academy/Mouth of Wilson, VA) Xavier Henry (Putnam City/Oklahoma City, OK), Milton Jennings (Pinewood Prep/Summerville, SC), Tommy Mason-Griffin (Oak Hill/Mouth of Wilson, VA), Alex Oriakhi (Tilton School/Tilton, NH), Daniel Orton (Bishop McGuinness/Oklahoma City, OK) and Phil Pressey (Episcopal School of Dallas/Dallas, TX).

What the participants had to say about this experience:

The Brazil exhibition tour was the final elite youth event of the summer and it allowed our players an opportunity to continue their international playing experiences. This is a once in a lifetime trip for most of these kids to expose them to the global game and we hope they will benefit just as much from the educational aspects we have incorporated into the trip as the basketball.

Raphael Chillious, Nike Elite Youth Business Manager.

My experience in Brazil with the Nike Elite Youth Basketball was tremendous and one I will never forget. I thoroughly enjoyed learning about the Brazilian culture, experiencing international basketball, and most importantly... Having a positive impact on those we met at the orphanages. Fabio was a an exceptional liaison, guide, and group organizer. I highly recommend any program or event he is involved with!

Alan Stein, Nike Strength Coach.

I really enjoyed playing against the to players in Brazil. But one thong I loved and will remember for the rest of my life is the smile on the kid’s faces that we visited. Thank you Fabio for a great time!

Milton Jennings, Basketball player.

Thanks for everything Fabio, we wouldn’t have as much fun without you!

Xavier Henry, Basketball player.

I really enjoy all the festivities. I really enjoyed just being around all the guys and coaches. I would like to give out a big thanks to Nike and specially Fabio, he really made this trip something special.

Daniel Orton, Basketball player.

My experience on this trip was nice. I did things that I never done before and saw things that I never saw before. So I enjoyed myself overall, even though our bodies are exhausted. Thanks for everything.

Tommy Mason-Griffin, Basketball player.

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One world games - USA

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