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HUB Northwest seeks eighth title at Hoopfest amid tough competition

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 2:05 AM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

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Summary

HUB Northwest aims to win its eighth consecutive men's 6-foot-and-over Elite Bracket title at Hoopfest this weekend. The team, featuring former college players Mike Hart, Parker Kelly, Marc Axton, and Robert Lippman, faces strong challengers including Wrecking Ball, Mammasboys, and Big Juicy. Last year's champions overcame injuries to secure their victory. This year's field is considered particularly competitive with former finalists from past tournaments returning. Notable teams also include the two-time champions Be Ball for Life and former Hoopfest champions NW Warriors Elite.

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By the Numbers

•HUB Northwest aims for an eighth straight Elite Bracket title.
•Key players include Mike Hart and Parker Kelly from Gonzaga.
•Wrecking Ball and Mammasboys are among strong challengers.
•Defending champions overcame injuries last year.
•Be Ball for Life returns as two-time champions.

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2:05 AMYahoo Sports — Former college standouts look to extend Hoopfest reign with HUB Northwest | Elite preview

What they're saying

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Jun. 25—With the forecast showing some potentially gloomy weather for Hoopfest weekend, the foursome of HUB Northwest will look to make it rain even more as they look to win their eighth straight men's 6-foot-and-over Elite Bracket title. HUB returns its four core members — former college basketball players Mike Hart (Gonzaga), Parker Kelly (Eastern Washington), Marc Axton (EWU) and Robert ...
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