Tyrese Haliburton, a two‑time NBA All‑Star and Olympic gold medalist, returned to his hometown of Oshkosh to host a free basketball camp for more than 150 elementary and middle‑school students.
Rooted in Community
The camp, held at Oshkosh North High School, blended skill drills with lessons on teamwork and personal growth, creating a safe space where kids could practice shooting, dribbling and knockout games while hearing stories from Haliburton about his own youth.
Haliburton spoke openly about the people who shaped his path, thanking his parents, former coaches and teachers for their support, and noted how the same community that cheered him on as a kid now rallies behind his charitable efforts.
In a heartfelt gesture, the player donated a portion of his NBA earnings to fund the local school district’s basketball program, ensuring that future generations will have access to equipment and facilities.
Back to the Court
After a rigorous rehabilitation period, Haliburton is preparing to re‑enter professional competition, describing the emotional roller‑coaster of recovery and his excitement to bring the same energy he showed on the camp floor to the NBA stage.