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Yahoo
20-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
The Ville's Montrezl Harrell on Louisville basketball's principle of being a family
The Ville's Montrezl Harrell discusses the Louisville Cardinals TBT team's principle of family after winning the opening round of the tournament.
Fox News
18-07-2025
- Sport
- Fox News
The Basketball Tournament 2025: Teams, Schedule, Bracket, Scores, TV Channels
The Basketball Tournament is back for another year. Catch some of the best former college basketball stars with another chance to represent their team, play with fellow alums and compete against elite competition. A total of 26 games from the highly-anticipated tournament will be broadcast live on FOX, FS1 and FS2. There will be 64 teams competing for the $1 million prize, with the tournament set to tip off on Friday, July 18. Here's what the schedule looks like. Round of 64 (July 18-19) Round of 32 (July 20-21) Round of 16 (July 22-23) Quarterfinals (July 27-28) Semifinals (July 31) Championship (Aug. 3) TBT is an annual basketball tournament between teams that are mainly composed of former college stars, many of whom represent teams with alums from their same school. There are 64 teams split into eight regions competing in a single-elimination format for a winner-take-all prize. The field includes alumni teams representing Indiana, Kentucky, Louisville, Maryland, Ohio State, Syracuse, UConn and more. Many of the top participants from the 2024 event are set to return this year, including the likes of Willie Cauley-Stein (Kentucky), Montrezl Harrell (Louisville), Russ Smith (Louisville) and Yogi Ferrell (Indiana). For the eighth consecutive year, TBT will feature the Elam Ending, a format where the game clock is turned off at a predetermined time in the fourth quarter and a "target score" is set. The first team to reach that target score wins. This year's event will also introduce TBT's "Home Court Advantage", which will allow host teams to play games in their home arena all the way through the championship game. "Home Court Advantage" was determined by a race to 4,000 tickets sold. Louisville fans won the race, and will now have the right to host the quarterfinals, semifinals and the championship game as long as the Louisville alumni team continues to win. TBT's purse is a winner-take-all $1 million prize. Louisville Region Lexington Region Kansas City Wichita James Madison West Virginia Indianapolis Syracuse TBT tips off on Friday, July 18, and the final is set for Sunday, August 3. Carmen's Crew (Ohio State alumni) narrowly beat Forever Coogs in the 2024 championship tilt, 69-65. Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account and follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily!
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Historic Arrest in Australia After Racial Abuse of NBL Star Montrezl Harrell Marks Major Step Toward Combating Online Hate in Sports
Montrezl Harrell (Image via Getty) In a landmark moment for Australian sport and social accountability, a Victorian man has been arrested and charged following a racially abusive social media attack directed at Montrezl Harrell , a prominent player for the Adelaide 36ers in the National Basketball League (NBL). The incident has sparked widespread discussion about online abuse, athlete safety, and the power of law enforcement to hold digital offenders accountable. The Incident: Social Media Turns Sour The controversy began in November 2024, shortly after a heated on-court incident involving Harrell at John Cain Arena. Following the game, Montrezl Harrell received a barrage of racist abuse from a burner Instagram account. The messages included the use of the 'N' word and the phrase "get out of my country," among other offensive remarks. The abuse was promptly reported to Basketball Australia's Integrity Unit, setting the wheels of justice in motion. The Investigation and Arrest After a thorough investigation, Victoria Police, in collaboration with Basketball Australia's Integrity Unit, identified and arrested a 37-year-old man from Huntingdale, Victoria. The man was charged with "using a carriage service to menace, harass and/or offend," a serious offense under Australian law that can carry a maximum penalty of five years in prison. The accused has been bailed and is scheduled to appear at Moorabbin Magistrates' Court on August 15, 2025. This arrest marks the first successful prosecution in Australian basketball for racially abusing an athlete via social media—a significant milestone in the fight against online hate. Reactions: Zero Tolerance and Cultural Change The NBL and Basketball Australia have both strongly condemned the abuse and praised the swift action taken by authorities. Lauren Blecher, NBL's chief corporate and governance officer, stated: "The NBL stands united with Basketball Australia in taking a firm stance against any form of online abuse or vilification. The action by Victoria Police sends a clear message that such behaviour will not be tolerated. We are incredibly proud of the collaborative efforts that led to this outcome. " A spokesperson for Basketball Australia's Integrity Unit emphasized the importance of athlete safety and the need for cultural change: "Every athlete deserves to compete in a safe environment, free from abuse. There are laws in place to govern appropriate behaviour towards athletes, and it's important the public understands that. Taking a stand sends a clear message of zero tolerance and helps drive the cultural change needed to create a safe sport and respectful environment for everyone. " The Broader Issue: Social Media Abuse in Sports This case is not an isolated incident. Social media abuse targeting athletes—especially those from minority backgrounds—has been a recurring issue in Australia and worldwide. Just last year, Tasmania JackJumpers coach Scott Roth revealed that his team's players and their families had been "attacked brutally through social media to the point where it's ugly," highlighting the urgent need for better protections and accountability. Why This Matters: Setting a Precedent This arrest sends a powerful message: anonymity online does not equate to immunity from the law. For too long, trolls and abusers have hidden behind fake accounts, believing themselves untouchable. This case demonstrates that with the right collaboration between sports organizations and law enforcement, perpetrators can and will be brought to justice. Entertaining Take: The Courtroom, Not the Court While Montrezl Harrell is known for his fierce presence on the basketball court, it's the courtroom where the real drama will unfold next. The accused, who once thought he could hide behind a burner account, now faces the full weight of the law—a reminder that the digital world is very much part of the real one. Also read: LeBron James' Final Act? Los Angeles Lakers Set the Stage for a Legendary Hollywood Farewell in 2026 The arrest of the Australian man for racially abusing Montrezl Harrell is a watershed moment for Australian sport and digital accountability. It is a testament to the courage of athletes who speak out, the diligence of integrity units, and the evolving power of law enforcement in the digital age. As the case heads to court, it stands as a warning to would-be trolls: the game has changed, and the referees are watching—on and off the court. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
RNZ News
11-07-2025
- Sport
- RNZ News
Australian NBL supports landmark arrest for racist message
Montrezl Harrell of the 36ers challenged by Jonah Bolden of the Breakers Photo: Matt Turner The NBL has commended authorities for the "swift and decisive" action in securing the first successful arrest in Australian basketball on charges of racially abusing an athlete via social media. On 2 July Victoria Police arrested and charged a 37-year-old man allegedly responsible for a racist message sent to Adelaide 36ers Montrezl Harrell's social media account in November 2024. Basketball Australia's Integrity Unit worked with police to identify the alleged culprit from Huntingdale. A spokesperson for the Integrity Unit said every athlete "deserves to compete in a safe environment, free from abuse". "There are laws in place to govern appropriate behaviour towards athletes, and it's important the public understands that. "The individuals targeted by hateful messages are human, and Basketball Australia commends the courage it takes to call out this behaviour. "Taking a stand sends a clear message of zero tolerance and helps drive the cultural change needed to create a safe sport and respectful environment for everyone." NBL chief corporate and governance officer Lauren Blecher said the "NBL stands united with Basketball Australia in taking a firm stance against any form of online abuse or vilification. "The action by Victoria Police sends a clear message that such behaviour will not be tolerated. We are incredibly proud of the collaborative efforts that led to this outcome." The man has been charged with using a carriage service to menace, harass and/or offend. He has been bailed to appear at Moorabbin Magistrates' Court on 15 August. Last year the Breakers backed calls for better protection of players and their families from social media abuse. In early November Tasmania JackJumpers coach Scott Roth revealed for weeks his team's players and their families had been "attacked brutally through social media to the point where it's ugly". Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero , a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.
NZ Herald
11-07-2025
- Sport
- NZ Herald
Battle to stop social media abuse of athletes steps up with police charging man for targeting star via Instagram
In an Australian basketball first, a man has been charged with racially abusing former NBA star Montrezl Harrell using an Instagram burner account. Basketball Australia collaborated with Victoria Police to secure the first-ever arrest after an investigation was launched in November 2024 following Harrell's involvement in an altercation with fans
