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Beach Blast
February 14, 2025 - February 16, 2025
Basketball
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Beach Blast
https://www.imgacademy.com/events/beach-blast
5500 34th Street W., Bradenton, FL 34210
Event Overview
The 14th Annual Beach Blast, hosted by IMG Academy, is a premier basketball event bringing Prep and Post-Graduate competition to beautiful Bradenton, Florida. The three-day event guarantees teams three games of competitive play in brand new, state-of-the-art basketball facilities. College coaches and NBA Scouts from around the world will be in attendance and consider IMG Academy a premier destination for athlete development and unrivaled competition. Year after year, the IMG Academy Beach Blast proves to be one of the best events in the nation and provides scouts the opportunity to view talented players from across the globe.
Purchase LivestreamFees & Tickets
Purchase tickets ($25 per day/ $45 weekend)
Team Registration
Team registration is now closed.
$150 for college coaches, whole weekend (Early Registration & Same day)
Coach RegistrationSpectators
In-person tickets can be purchased below.
Purchase TicketsHow to watch
All tournament games will be livestreamed through the link below.
Purchase LivestreamCollege Coaches & Scouts
College coaches and scouts reach out to Alexander Alacan for game film.
Request Game FilmMedia
Please request media credentials through the form below.
Request CredentialsNCSA Coach Packet
If you are a college coach interested in attending Beach Blast please follow this link to register via NCSA. Coach packets will be available through NCSA.
Important Dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Feb. 5, 2025 | Registration deadline |
Important Links & Forms
Contact
Basketball Program Manager
Andrew Phillippe
941-243-1262
[email protected]
Event Lead
Taylor Madwin
[email protected]
Stay-to-Play
The IMG Academy Beach Blast is a "stay-to-play" tournament. Every team participating must book their accommodations through our preferred travel provider, On Location.
The Legacy Hotel at IMG Academy is the ultimate stay-to-play accommodation for IMG Academy events. Participants and spectators will enjoy a modern suite of luxury amenities at this lifestyle, boutique hotel - all within walking distance from the IMG Academy campus. Recover in our 24-hour fitness center or by our resort-style pool, connect over a meal at Icon Eatery & Bar or Icon Loft, or enjoy in-room dining.
For questions on booking accommodations please reach out to our housing team at 844-395-0697 or [email protected]
ACCOMMODATIONS & TRAVEL
Airport Transportation
IMG Academy offers drop-off and pickup services for all local Florida airports. Teams and players can schedule arranged transportation through Travel and Planning on IMG Academy’s website.
Local Airports
Sarasota/Bradenton Florida is conveniently located in central Florida and located near many large international airports. Make sure to book travel through one of these local airports.
Retail
Visit the Official Online Store of IMG Academy at shopimg.com, your IMG Academy branded gear headquarters. On campus shopping also available in the IMG Academy Campus Center’s bookstore.
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