The Flagg twins, Cooper and Ace, have turned a summer tradition into a charitable engine, staging their third annual Flagg Brothers Basketball ProCamp in Orono, Maine, where the clatter of sneakers mixes with the scent of pine and the promise of a cause larger than the game.
A Camp With Purpose
All proceeds from the camp flow directly to the Donovan Kurt Memorial Cancer Foundation, an organization founded in honor of the brothers’ former high school teammate who succumbed to brain cancer in 2022.
Cooper Flagg, the NBA’s rookie sensation who captured both Rookie of the Year and National Player of the Year honors at Duke, wore the number 2 jersey as a tribute to Kurt, who also donned that digit at Nokomis High School.
Awards and Accolades
Cooper’s freshman season at Duke was nothing short of historic; he averaged 21 points, 6.7 rebounds and 4.5 assists, numbers that earned him the Rookie of the Year award and the broader National Player of the Year distinction.
The camp, now in its third iteration, draws youngsters from across the state, offering drills, scrimmages and mentorship from the brothers and their older sibling Hunter, who helped guide Nokomis High to its only Class A championship before the family relocated to Montverde Academy in Florida.
Mavericks’ New Direction
Under new management, the Dallas Mavericks have embraced a fresh vision, with president Masai Ujiri and head coach Dusty May — who steered Michigan to an NCAA title — overseeing a roster that now includes veterans Santi Aldama and the recovering Kyrie Irving.
Irving, slated to return after a torn ACL, is expected to pair with the Flagg brothers’ growing influence, while the team’s recent signings signal a blend of youthful vigor and seasoned poise.
Beyond the hardwood, Cooper and Ace recently appeared on the television game show Celebrity Family Feud, channeling their competitive spirit to win $25,000 for the Ronald McDonald House in Dallas, a testament to their commitment to giving back.
As they look toward the next season, the twins say their focus remains on sharpening their skills, leading by example and using their platform to mentor the next generation of players.