Clint Bryant reflects on 30 years of Nike EYBL Peach Jam in Augusta
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 8:01 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Clint Bryant observed the NBA Finals, recalling the evolution of the Nike EYBL Peach Jam, which began in Augusta in 1996. The tournament has become a significant platform for high school basketball talent, featuring future stars like Jalen Brunson and De’Aaron Fox. Initially proposed by Eddie Meyers, the tournament overcame location challenges before settling in Augusta, chosen for its nearby golf courses and gyms. The Peach Jam has become a staple for college coaches and players alike, drawing over 500 coaches and participants from across the nation. As the tournament enters its third decade, Bryant expressed gratitude for its sustained success in Augusta.
- •Clint Bryant brought the Nike EYBL Peach Jam to Augusta in 1996.
- •The tournament is a key event for high school basketball players.
- •Jalen Brunson and De’Aaron Fox played in the 2014 Peach Jam.
- •Over 500 college coaches attended the inaugural tournament.
- •Peach Jam continues as a influential event in youth basketball.
- 8:01 AMYahoo Sports — How Augusta became the 30-year home of Nike EYBL Peach Jam basketball
"Here's how one man and the allure of golf brought one of the biggest youth basketball tournaments in the country to Augusta.
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