Memphis Grizzlies ‘caravan’ to make scheduled stop in Huntsville

Huntsville basketball fans will get a special treat next weekend when the Memphis Grizzlies make a stop in the Rocket City.

The 2023 Grizzlies Caravan Tour tips off Saturday, Aug. 26, in Huntsville. The caravan will continue through September and October, with six additional regional stops. Here’s more info:

The 2023 Memphis Grizzlies Caravan Tour

The Grizzlies will tour the Mid-South with their annual Grizzlies Caravan Tour, which includes much more than just a chance to meet the players and get autographs.

As part of the Grizzlies Caravan, the team is offering free Grizzlies Youth Basketball Clinics presented by Nike at each caravan stop, giving young athletes, ages 6-13, the chance to receive training from the Grizzlies Youth Basketball staff.

Each clinic will offer skills instruction, contests and games, as well as opportunities to win special prizes.

Boys and girls interested in attending a youth basketball clinic are encouraged to pre-register at Grizzlies Youth Basketball. Each participant will receive a Grizzlies Youth Basketball shirt or jersey.

Other cities the on the Grizzlies Caravan Tour:

• Florence, Ala.
• Little Rock, Ark. 
• Jonesboro, Ark. 
• Starkville, Miss.
• Nashville, Tenn.
• Jackson, Tenn.

Where to meet the Grizzlies

The Grizzlies Caravan Tour kicks off with the instructional camp at Mae Jemison High School Aug. 26 at 2PM.

A meet and greet session will follow at Toyota Field at 6PM and will take place during the Trash Pandas’ game against the Birmingham Barons.

For more information visit the Memphis Grizzlies website.

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