USA Basketball partnership extends second year as registration opens for the spring

Idaho Select Basketball, LLC has officially opened team registration for this spring's 6th Annual BAM Jam presented by Treasure Valley Ford Stores. The 3x3 basketball tournament is the biggest indoor tournament in the northwest and has divisions for men and women of all ages and abilities.

BAM Jam's U18 representative at the USA Basketball
3x3 National Championships

For the second year, the tournament will also serve as a regional qualifier for the USA Basketball 3x3 National Tournaments that are held at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The top two teams in the men's 6-foot and Over Elite Division, Women's Elite Division, Boys High School Elite (U18 division) and Girls High School (U18 division) will qualify for their respective USA Basketball 3x3 National Tournaments. All qualifying divisions will use FIBA 3x3 rules.

This spring the 3x3 basketball tournament will be held on March 21-22, 2015 at

Announcing BAM Jam's newest major sponsor

In 2015 the tournaments will be labeled
BAM Jam presented by Treasure Valley Ford Stores

Idaho Select Basketball, LLC is excited to announce a new major sponsorship for the 2015 BAM Jam 3 on 3 basketball tournaments.

Treasure Valley Ford Stores, made up of 7 Ford dealerships in the Treasure Valley, is a new sponsor to the BAM Jam tournaments, which will now be referred to as "BAM Jam presented by Treasure Valley Ford Stores". 

Ford will be prominently featured at both the Spring and Summer BAM Jam tournaments as well as tournament advertising and promotions leading up to the events. They will also be able to activate their sponsorship in a variety of ways through out both tournament weekends.

"We think the partnership with Ford and the Treasure Valley Ford Stores will be great for the players and fans of the BAM Jam tournaments," said Clint Hordemann, Sponsorship Director for the BAM Jam tournament. "Ford is a legendary brand that is committed to being a positive part of their community. Together, BAM Jam and the Treasure Valley Ford Stores will continue to run a first class 3 on 3 basketball tournament here in Boise, Idaho."

Games from the 2014 Spring tournament

BAM Jam presented by Treasure Valley Ford Stores will be held on March 21-22, 2015 and on August 8-9, 2015. BAM Jam is the biggest 3 on 3 basketball tournament in Idaho and is operated by Idaho Select Basketball, LLC which has been hosting events since 1998. For more information about the tournaments visit www.bamjamboise.com. Registration for the March tournament will open in January.

To learn more about the Treasure Valley Ford Stores and to find a dealership location visit www.thinkfordnow.com.

Get a discount on your BAM Jam team at auction

If you are planning on playing in this spring's BAM Jam (which is March 21-22, 2015) you might as well try and get in at a discount right?

The proceeds from the BAM Jam team
at auction is donated to the
Idaho Select Players Fund

BAM Jam has donated a team to the Idaho Select Player's Fund auction, which runs from Monday, November 10 to Friday, November 21. Items are still being loaded up but if you want to take a look at the team item, click here. It is valued at $165 (that is for those elite teams that decide to register late) but the bidding starts at just $60.

While you cannot bid on it just yet, you can get the jump on everyone else by setting up your account and then using the auction's "watch feature" which keeps you up to date on the bidding.

Oh, and in case you were wondering - all of the money from the auction goes to the Idaho Select Players Fund, a non-profit that helps players with a financial need. Click here to learn more about the Players Fund.

Champions from the 2014 Fast Eddy's Summer BAM Jam

Leo Behrend won the POWERADE Slam Dunk
Championship at Fast Eddy's BAM Jam

Champions
Men's 6'0 Over Elite - Northwestern Mutual Elite

Men's 6'0 Under Elite - STADIA

Women's Elite - Regence

Adult Coed - Boston Three Party

Women's Competitive - Core Four

6'0 Over Recreational #1 - L Unit

6'0 Over Recreational #2 - TPG

6'0 Under Recreational - Do Work

6'0 Under Competitive #1 - Baseline Bandits

6'0 Under Competitive #2 - Longshot

6'0 Over Competitive #1 - Walking Buckets

6'0 Over Competitive #2 - Relevant Now

Girls 3/4 Grade - Lil Mambas

Gibson Berryhill took home the Idaho Trust Bank
3-Point Challenge championship at BAM Jam

Girls 5/6 Grade - Honey Badgers

Girls 7th Grade - Swish Madness

Girls 8th Grade - Crush

Boys 3/4 - BD Bullys

Boys 5th Grade - HD Nation

Boys 6th Grade - Hoop Dreams

Boys 7th Grade - Slam

Boys 8th Grade #1 - Lapwai

Boys 8th Grade #2 - Funky Dogs

Boys 9th Grade - Lights Out

Boys 10th Grade - Steal Yo Girl

Boys 11th Grade - Knuckleheads

Boys 12th Grade - G Unit

Girls 9/10 Grade - Ballerinas

Girls 11/12 Grade - Flash

POWERADE Slam Dunk Champion - Leo Behrend

Idaho Trust Bank 3-Point Challenge - Gibson Berryhill

Fast Eddy's BAM Jam is Downtown Boise

The Hampton Inn is the perfect
downtown Boise place to stay

The Fast Eddy's BAM Jam is more than just a 3 on 3 basketball tournament. It brings together some of the best elements of downtown Boise, Idaho. We've built the tournament to be affordable and convenient, whether you've lived in Boise your entire life or are just visiting downtown Boise for the first time.

Stay in the heart of downtown Boise

Located just a few minutes walk from the tournament, The Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Boise is the best available hotel if you are traveling to downtown Boise from out of the area or just want a great place to stay during the event.

They offer an airport shuttle to and from the hotel and their complimentary breakfast is loaded with fruit, eggs, a variety of breakfast meats, cereal and more. It is conveniently located next to all the most popular downtown Boise restaurants and stores.

Idaho Stampede Tip Off Party is in downtown Boise

The Idaho Stampede Tip Off Party
is located in downtown Boise

Thanks to the Idaho Stampede (a member of the NBA D-league and the Utah Jazz affiliate), teams are all invited to the Idaho Stampede Tip Off Party, located at their home, CenturyLink Arena. At the party, the Stampede will give everyone a chance to shoot on their baskets and even win a suite to one of their games, worth $450 and has room for you and 15 of your friends!

There will also be a chance to take pictures with the Idaho Stampede Dance Team members, win some cool prizes and get your official Fast Eddy's BAM Jam t-shirt and bracket.

The arena is located just a block and half from the Hampton Inn and just a minute from the tournament. Click here to read more about the Idaho Stampede Tip Off Party.

Tournament courts are in the heart of downtown Boise

In 2012, we moved Fast Eddy's BAM Jam's location to the heart of downtown Boise next to Capitol Park. And we haven't looked back since.

Tournament courts are all located right
in downtown Boise

The tournament location takes advantage of streets that are covered by trees and in the shade and Capitol Park, which is the ideal place to relax before and after your games. The park also features food vendors and some fun booths for your enjoyment.

Want to venture outside the tournament area? Downtown Boise has you covered. The tournament is located next to Old Boise, which features great shopping and dining. You can grab a sandwich at Jimmy Johns, a meal at The Reef or the Front Door or stop in to Pita Pit for a quick and healthy pita.

The tournament is also next to a farmer's market, showcasing some of the best local produce and products the area has to offer.

Once you are at the tournament, you really don't need to leave! Here's a Google map of the location.

Northwestern Mutual Center Court

If you are looking for all the top men's and women's Elite Division games, simply head for the Northwestern Mutual Center Court, grab a seat in the bleachers and enjoy. The court will run non-stop Saturday and Sunday with the best teams and athletes including several teams that have won the title both at BAM Jam in downtown Boise and in other 3 on 3 basketball tournaments around the northwest.

Slam Dunks and Long Bombs

Everyone loves a monster slam or timely 3-pointer. But in downtown Boise?

Yep!

The Slam Dunk and 3-Point Challenge
are held on the steps of the Idaho
Capitol Building in downtown Boise

From 4:00-5:00 PM on Saturday, located on the steps of the Capitol Building, you can come watch the Idaho Trust Bank 3-Point Challenge and the POWERADE Slam Dunk Championships.

If you want to get involved, here's all you have to do.

To qualify for the Idaho Trust Bank 3-Point Challenge, just go to the qualifying court located next to the Northwestern Mutual Center Court at the intersection of Bannock and 6th Streets. Get in to the top 8 and you will be qualified for the finals Saturday afternoon.

If you want to participate in the POWERADE Slam Dunk Championships, be sure to sign up at the Regence Information Booth, located in Capitol Park.

Fatty's After Party takes over downtown Boise Saturday night

Fatty's will once again host the official after party on Saturday night. Fatty's is located upstairs at 800 W. Idaho Street above the famous 8th Street in downtown Boise. They always take care of BAM Jam players and fans with drink specials and no cover. Plus, DJ Zuz will be running the show. Click here to learn more.

Regence Information Booth

Still looking for more information? If you are at the event and have questions, stop by the Regence Information Booth, located in Capitol Park