INDIANAPOLIS – The NBA Math Hoops Summer Tip-Off presented by Lilly Foundation and OneAmerica Financial Foundation will tip off at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, bringing together more than 100 students from across the region for the summer edition of the fast‑paced, education‑focused competition.
Developed by Learn Fresh, NBA Math Hoops uses real NBA and WNBA player statistics in a physical and digital board game format to build critical math skills for fourth through eighth‑grade students.
Participants will check in beginning at 11 a.m. before moving into a bracket‑style tournament modeled after NBA gameplay. Students will compete in teams of two using the NBA Math Hoops board game curriculum, with winners advancing through rounds until a champion team is crowned. Following the games, OneAmerica Financial employees will discuss their careers and how STEM plays a role in their jobs.
WHO: Pacers Foundation Executive Director Erin Bess, Learn Fresh Manager of Program Events, Brie Jackson
WHEN: Tuesday, June 9
- 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
- 11:00 a.m. – Welcome and introductions
- 11:15 a.m. – First game begins
- 11:45 a.m. – Second game begins
- 12:05 p.m. – Break
- 12:30 p.m. – Lunch and OneAmerica STEM Panel
- 1:00 p.m. – Prizes handed out to top finishers; Swag bags for all students
- 1:30 p.m. – Event Ends
WHERE:
Gainbridge Fieldhouse – Ascension St. Vincent Entry Pavilion, 125 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis, IN 46204
About Pacers Foundation
The Pacers Foundation leverages the power of basketball to create meaningful impact across Indiana by investing in programs and partnerships that empower young people and support education, health, and safety initiatives. Through programs like Drive & Dish, State of Play, and NBA Math Hoops, the foundation helps expand access to healthy food, youth sports, and educational opportunities while strengthening communities throughout the state. The foundation also supports the work of the Fever Fund, which invests in programs and grants focused on empowering women and girls. Visit pacersfoundation.org for more information.
About NBA Math Hoops
NBA Math Hoops is a dynamic learning experience that leverages the game of basketball and the NBA and WNBA brands to develop algebra readiness, critical thinking, and collaboration skills. The program features physical and digital basketball-themed games, real-life performance statistics, and identities of all NBA and WNBA players, classroom curricula, and community event series. NBA Math Hoops is offered free to school-day and out-of-school-time educators. NBA Math Hoops is designed to serve students in 4th – 8th grade and is adaptable to a variety of learning spaces. To learn more, visit www.nbamathhoops.com.
