FEATURE STORY: CERTIFIED BUCKETS CHAMPION SERIES I

The Certified Bucket Champions Series I is a high-energy, culture-driven

1v1 basketball showcase that brings together elite regional talent for

a night of pure competition and premium sports entertainment.

Designed to capture the intensity of street basketball with the polish

of professional production, the event features strategically matched

athletes competing in front of a live audience and digital viewers

across the INNR VWS Media network.


The Burrell McGhee feature for Certified Bucket highlights the journey, mindset, and competitive edge of one of the event’s standout competitors. The article gives readers an inside look at McGhee’s preparation, playing style, and what drives him to step into the Certified Bucket arena, while also positioning him within the growing 1v1 basketball culture the series is building. Blending player spotlight with event storytelling, the piece reinforces Certified Bucket’s mission to showcase serious talent, elevate regional hoopers, and create compelling narratives that extend beyond the court.

BURRELL MCGHEE JR. ‘KENT STATE LEGEND’


.The D’Vonta Friga feature for Certified Bucket spotlights one of the most recognizable and skilled figures in the modern 1v1 basketball scene. The article explores Friga’s competitive mindset, polished scoring ability, and influence within the growing head-to-head basketball culture, while connecting his presence to the elevated standard Certified Bucket is building. By blending player insight with event momentum, the piece reinforces the platform’s commitment to showcasing high-level talent, delivering premium matchups, and pushing the Certified Bucket Champions Series into the national conversation.

d’vonta friga ‘ohio basketballs new king’


Certified Bucket Champions Series I is the official launch of a high-intensity 1v1 basketball platform built to spotlight elite talent, create premium competition, and energize the basketball community. Blending the raw edge of streetball with professional-level production, the event features strategically matched players, heavyweight main events, and a courtside atmosphere designed for both live fans and digital audiences. Powered by INNR VWS Media, the Champions Series I sets the tone for a scalable showcase where serious competitors earn recognition, brands gain authentic exposure, and the culture of one-on-one basketball is elevated to a new standard.

certified bucket champions series i (1v1 showcase)