# Event Details - **Event Name**: Hoops for the Dream: Free MLK Day Basketball Clinic - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 19 Jan, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Mon, 19 Jan, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with action, purpose, and impact at our FREE youth basketball clinic!About this EventGet ready! Hoops for the Dream is where young hoopers learn, grow, and level up—on and off the court. In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, this FREE co-ed basketball clinic is designed for boys and girls ages 9–14, focusing on fundamentals, game IQ, confidence, character, and leadership in a high-energy, uplifting environment.This clinic is more than basketball—it’s about unity, service, and purpose. Athletes will be coached by professional players, college and high school coaches, and former overseas/professional athletes who are committed to teaching the game the right way while mentoring the next generation.? What to Expect? Skill Development Stations? Shooting • Ball-Handling • Defense • Footwork? Game IQ & Confidence Building? Teamwork & Sportsmanship Challenges❤️ Character + Leadership Breakout Moments? Giveaways, competitions & high-energy fun? Why Choose UsWe don’t just grow players—we grow people.Your child will learn the game, build confidence, and feel seen, supported, and encouraged in a positive community-centered environment.This is where future BRONCOS standouts begin—and where the dream lives on.? Hosted ByWalther Christian Academy • Four Point Play • Firestars • Crossover Faith?️ FREE | Limited Spots Available? Advance registration required https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/3c94ff30-f292-11f0-b438-d75247fd2adc-rimg-w572-h740-dc6239b9-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/melrose-park/hoops-for-the-dream-free-mlk-day-basketball-clinic/100001979935170393 - **Event Categories**: martin-luther-king-day, sports, koningsdag, contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Melrose Park - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Walther Christian Academy - **lat**: 41.8929203 - **long**: -87.84568999999999 - **full address**: Walther Christian Academy, 900 Chicago Ave, Melrose Park, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Hoops for the Dream: Free MLK Day Basketball Clinic - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/03920bc22d259ffd154b0afe2cb60850b6da8d96829858e794fe0c7c33cd8b52-rimg-w1200-h600-dc6138b7-gmir.jpg?v=1768537036 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Hoops for the Dream: Free MLK Day Basketball Clinic being held? - **A:** Hoops for the Dream: Free MLK Day Basketball Clinic takes place on Mon, 19 Jan, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Mon, 19 Jan, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Walther Christian Academy, 900 Chicago Ave, Melrose Park, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Hoops for the Dream: Free MLK Day Basketball Clinic? - **A:** Hoops for the Dream: Free MLK Day Basketball Clinic is organized by Four Point Play. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Hoops for the Dream: Free MLK Day Basketball Clinic is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Melrose Park, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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