About The Hoop Magicians
The Hoop Magicians, a high energy professional show-comedy basketball team was created in 2005 by founder and owner, Muriel Howell, a United States Air Force veteran. Since its inception, this team has specialized in fancy basketball tricks, spectacular dribbling and soaring slam dunks. These professional athletes and entertainers promise to put a smile on your face.
Our Location
Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, our mission is to provide professional, stadium-style show-comedy basketball to audiences across the world. Our vision is that national and international organizations will utilize our basketball expertise to assist with raising funds and providing entertainment.
Our Commitment
Committed to strongly working in the community, we stress the importance of continuing education, establishing and maintaining a drug-free lifestyle and incorporating fitness into daily routines.
The Players
The Hoop Magicians team qualifications include:
Former athletes with experience from other professional sports organizations
NBA half-time performance (Charlotte Bobcats, Jan '07)
Special guests on "Got Game" FOX Charlotte sports show
Hosted and instructed basketball camps/clinics
25+ years, collectively, as professional basketball players
Strong educational and collegiate basketball backgrounds
- Rutgers University
- St. Augustine's College
- Jersey City State University
- NC State University
- Livingstone College
- Western Carolina University
Our performances include, but are not limited to fundraiser entertainment basketball games, half-time shows, educational assemblies, camps and clinics, corporate events, birthday parties, family reunions and parades.
We are truly "An Amazing Show-Comedy Basketball Team."