Luis Da Silva ‘Trikz’ presents Trikz Freestyle 101 streetball iPhone app for kids and basketball fans to learn his unique style of basketball handling from one of the best in the world. Trikz Freestyle 101 presents eighteen essential streetball tutorial videos including The Spin, Diamond Cutter, Made Ja Look, Neck Catch, and The Flick, which all provide in depth instructions from Trikz himself. Trikz Freestyle 101 was also created to help fight childhood obesity, supporting health and fitness for kids of all ages.

Trikz became well known after his 2001 NIKE Freestyle TV commercial, which was named a 2001 top TV spot by Time Magazine. His subsequent Nike Ads helped popularize the streetball genre. He performed with Alicia Keys, in 2001 in New York City’s Niketown while promoting the Nike Freestyle campaign. Trikz was the youngest person to ever sign an endorsement deal with Nike. Trikz was subsequently recognized in Scoop Jackson’s book, titled ‘Sole Provider’, which recognized the best of Nike’s 35 year history. In 2003 Trikz signed on with the Harlem Wizards Show Basketball team and became their youngest player in history. In 2005, Trikz performed in the NBA Game One Finals halftime show alongside Will Smith’s performance of ‘Switch’. Trikz was one of the main characters in Midway Games LA Rush, which sold over one million copies worldwide. Trikz set a Guinness Record for Record in Phoenix, Arizona on February 14th, 2009 for 24 consecutive neck catches in one attempt.

Trikz Freestyle 101 provides over forty minutes of advanced streetball training. Beginning to advanced users can download Trikz for free from iTunes and watch two videos including The Spin. Users can unlock all of the video content for $2.99. Trikz Freestyle 101 connects users to his Facebook, Twitter, and web page as well. Trikz has released this mobile app, with future apps coming for Facebook, MySpace, as well as an upcoming instructional booklet for coaches and players to use while training on the court or on the road.

Trikz is a positive youth advocate and prolific actor who inspires kids as well as their families through his public performances, motivational speaking engagements, and ongoing community involvement. Trikz’s Wikipedia and IMDB provide other highlights, accolades, and credits.

Trikz recently performed with Diddy for his new hit single, Dirty Money - Hello, Good Morning (NCAA Edition) during the NCAA Finals half-time Show. Trikz has traveled the world, performing his ball skills in various countries, and has been featured on the front pages of Time Magazine and the Wall Street Journal. Trikz has appeared in feature articles in Slam Magazine, Dime Magazine, MAXIM Magazine and Men’s Health. Trikz has been featured in advertisements for Nike, Steve & Barry’s Starbury, Foot Locker and Model’s. Trikz has appeared in the major motion picture releases of ‘The Brave One’ and ‘Pride and Glory’.

About Trikz
Luis Da Silva, aka Trikz, was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey where he first picked up a basketball at the age of thirteen. His childhood interests included basketball, baseball, and Aikido. Trikz honed his basketball skills under the coaching staff of St. Patrick’s basketball team, alongside teammates Al Harrington and Samuel Dalenbert. Trikz has worked with prestigious Print, TV, Film, and Videogame companies as well famous brands and performed in star studded events. In 2009 Trikz became a Guinness world record holder. Trikz is currently preparing for his fall 2010 streetball world tour.