Look, no one will confuse the Charm City Challenge boys all-star basketball game with some of the bigger name showcases around the country, say the McDonald's All-American Game, or the Capital Classic or even the Jordan Brand game. And with the NCAA rule that restricts recruits to playing in only two games, the Charm City Challenge may not be able to get top-shelf players from out of the area.

But Corrigan Sports Enterprises, the marketing firm behind the Challenge, has done a splendid job in making the game a special occasion for everyone involved, from players to coaches to fans. And while the Challenge might not get A-listers, the fact is that at least one alum has played in the NCAA Final Four the last seven years.

Sadly, there would be little chance of duplicating that success on the girls side for a couple of reasons. First, there's little area interest in a girls basketball showcase pitting local talent against top players from around the country, which speaks volumes.

In a larger sense, however, given the two game limit, there isn't enough top-shelf girls talent around the nation to stock another all-star game, once you get past the marquee games -- the Women's Basketball Coaches Association All-Star contest and the McDonald's All-America game.

Perhaps a city vs. suburban game, including private and public schools, might work for the future. Any takers?