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Cooper Tire and GBK Celebrate the 2016 ESPYs in Style

Cooper Tire and GBK Celebrate the 2016 ESPYs in Style

A general view of atmosphere at Cooper & GBK's 2016 Pre-ESPY Celebrity Lounge & Poker Tournament at The Line Hotel on July 12, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for GBK Productions )

A general view of atmosphere at Cooper & GBK's 2016 Pre-ESPY Celebrity Lounge & Poker Tournament at The Line Hotel on July 12, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for GBK Productions )

The ESPY Awards pays homage to some of todays biggest athletes in the sports industry. Donned 'the Oscars of Sports' Los Angeles was flooded with private events to celebrate the joyous occasion. GBK honored the 2016 ESPY Award nominees and presenters with Cooper Tire Luxury Gift Lounge and celebrity poker tournament.  

Jazmyn Simon and Dule Hill attend Cooper & GBK's 2016 Pre-ESPY Celebrity Lounge & Poker Tournament at The Line Hotel on July 12, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for GBK Productions )

Jazmyn Simon and Dule Hill attend Cooper & GBK's 2016 Pre-ESPY Celebrity Lounge & Poker Tournament at The Line Hotel on July 12, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for GBK Productions )

Cooper Tire was presenting sponsor of the luxury lifestyle gift lounge. Known for delivering the best in terms of quality and price, Cooper Tires gifted celebrities with a new set of tires in addition to a convenient auto emergency kit including a year of FREE roadside assistance. Perfect for that avid traveler!

Odell Beckham Jr., Marcell Dareus and Prince Amukamara attend Cooper & GBK's 2016 Pre-ESPY Celebrity Lounge & Poker Tournament at The Line Hotel on July 12, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for GBK Prod…

Odell Beckham Jr., Marcell Dareus and Prince Amukamara attend Cooper & GBK's 2016 Pre-ESPY Celebrity Lounge & Poker Tournament at The Line Hotel on July 12, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for GBK Productions )

As in true GBK fashion charities of this event were the Animal Wellness Foundation and the LA Clipper Foundation. Animal Wellness Foundation strives to rescue, rehabilitate, and re-home dogs and cats both locally and globally. In addition, they also help low-income families with medical care for their four-legged friends. On site attendees were able to see and play with a few of the pets - how cute! The LA Clippers Foundation fosters and supports the community outreach programs with a focus on improving the lives of children in the greater Los Angeles area.

A general view of atmosphere at Cooper & GBK's 2016 Pre-ESPY Celebrity Lounge & Poker Tournament at The Line Hotel on July 12, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for GBK Productions )

A general view of atmosphere at Cooper & GBK's 2016 Pre-ESPY Celebrity Lounge & Poker Tournament at The Line Hotel on July 12, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for GBK Productions )

There were a few brands on site that delivered in keeping up with the spirit of serving and providing for mans best friend! Nulo Pet Food is a natural premium dog and cat line - feed the very best to your furry friends! LA's Dog Trainer was gifting free admission to the precision timing/clicker workshop which  provides programs for you to communicate with your pet to ensure a better life for the both of you. 

Chelsea Pezzola attends Cooper & GBK's 2016 Pre-ESPY Celebrity Lounge & Poker Tournament at The Line Hotel on July 12, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for GBK Productions )

Chelsea Pezzola attends Cooper & GBK's 2016 Pre-ESPY Celebrity Lounge & Poker Tournament at The Line Hotel on July 12, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for GBK Productions )

Being the ESPYs stepping up fashion is a MUST and what better way to leverage and shed light on your brand than the GBK gifting lounge. JH Design Group showcased their latest custom jackets for the NBA, NFL, and MLB.

Wanda Durant attends Cooper & GBK's 2016 Pre-ESPY Celebrity Lounge & Poker Tournament at The Line Hotel on July 12, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for GBK Productions )

Wanda Durant attends Cooper & GBK's 2016 Pre-ESPY Celebrity Lounge & Poker Tournament at The Line Hotel on July 12, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for GBK Productions )

Chicago based brand, Maebane, delivers handmade unisex garments. Combining fitness and fashion, ProTrending, is an athletes dream! The music doesn't have to stop when working out! By using SoundStitch, ProTrending, adds in machine washable headphones into your workout garments. Easy to sleep and enjoyable for exercise, RunPhones are the perfect travel necessity. Known as the world's most comfortable headphones for fitness, RunPhones, creates a headband that has headphones built inside. 

 Beth Bowen attends Cooper & GBK's 2016 Pre-ESPY Celebrity Lounge & Poker Tournament at The Line Hotel on July 12, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for GBK Productions )

 Beth Bowen attends Cooper & GBK's 2016 Pre-ESPY Celebrity Lounge & Poker Tournament at The Line Hotel on July 12, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for GBK Productions )

From the gym to the streets, JLew Bags are one of the few gym bags that you will actually want to carry around. Handcrafted in New York City guests were able to check out the latest collection of the contemporary lifestyle brand! 

 Marcus Scribner attends Cooper & GBK's 2016 Pre-ESPY Celebrity Lounge & Poker Tournament at The Line Hotel on July 12, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for GBK Productions

 Marcus Scribner attends Cooper & GBK's 2016 Pre-ESPY Celebrity Lounge & Poker Tournament at The Line Hotel on July 12, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for GBK Productions

It wouldn't be a ESPY themed event without Zumer Sport! Zumer Sport are backpacks and duffel bags made from the actual sport ball materials. From baseball, softball, and tennis to soccer, basketball, and football each bag is unique to pay homage to your sport of choice. 

Surround yourself with picturesque hills and the Caribbean waters and relax with a 3 night stay at a 4 star luxury beach front resort at the Bay Gardens Beach Resort and Spa. 

Throughout the duration of the lavish suite guests were able to enjoy beats by DJ Good Boy and while sipping on Voo Vodka. Additional sponsors include: Bestof Legacy, Dumbo Lounge Sacks, Dr. Liza of the[fix] chiropractic + massage, LA Solar Group, Boxer Wachler Vision Institute

Mercedes Lewis attends Cooper & GBK's 2016 Pre-ESPY Celebrity Lounge & Poker Tournament at The Line Hotel on July 12, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for GBK Productions )

Mercedes Lewis attends Cooper & GBK's 2016 Pre-ESPY Celebrity Lounge & Poker Tournament at The Line Hotel on July 12, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for GBK Productions )

Featuring a wide variety of sports-related gifts and luxury items guests of the GBK & Cooper Tire ESPY Lounge left with a little bit of everything. Congrats to the winners and nominees of the 2016 ESPYs! 

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