Beach Blast
February 19, 2021 - February 21, 2021
Basketball
Event Overview
The IMG Academy Beach Blast continues to attract the nation’s most elite basketball players to participate in unrivaled competition. Located at the world-renowned IMG Academy in Bradenton, FL, the IMG Academy Beach Blast offers state-of-the-art facilities for elite athletes to train, compete, and recover.
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Stay-to-Play
The IMG Academy Beach Blast is a "stay-to-play" tournament. Every team participating must either stay at the IMG Academy Legacy Hotel, IMG Academy campus housing, or book through our travel agency, HBC. All teams will be required to fill out this housing form to indicate their accommodations and secure their spot in the tournament.
The Legacy Hotel at IMG Academy is the ultimate stay-to-play accommodation for IMG 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, and rejuvenate with Wellness Spa treatment options and in-room dining.
Competition Format
The 9th Annual IMG Academy Beach Blast boys’ basketball tournament will feature both prep and post-grad teams of various skill-levels. Every team will be guaranteed three games. College coaches from around the world including Junior College, NAIA, D-III, D-II, and D-I schools will be present at Beach Blast, and consider IMG Academy to be a premier destination for developing players and hosting elite basketball events. Beach Blast will offer the very best competition and the opportunity for coaches and scouts to view talented players from around the world.
Travel & Planning
Rental Cars
Enterprise Rent-A-Car promotes an easy-to-use service and has two pickup/drop-off centers within 10 miles of the IMG Academy campus.
Airport Transportation
IMG Academy offers dropoff 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.
Local Attractions
Florida’s premier theme parks are located just minutes away from IMG Academy.
Visit Walt Disney World, Busch Gardens, Universal Studios or the Tampa Bay Rays to experience Florida.
Performance Based Nutrition
Dining on campus provides athletes with a full balanced nutritional diet designed for athletes competing at the highest level.
Options include buffet style and made to order menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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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