
Rochester’s Rising Star Leads Youth Basketball Camp
NBA forward Thomas Bryant hosted a basketball camp in Rochester, teaming up with the YMCA and receiving a key to the city from Mayor Malik Evans, while encouraging kids to believe in themselves.
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NBA forward Thomas Bryant hosted a basketball camp in Rochester, teaming up with the YMCA and receiving a key to the city from Mayor Malik Evans, while encouraging kids to believe in themselves.

Guided by Larry Smith, the Tennessee basketball museum tour transforms artifacts — from a 1909 game program to 1940 ticket stubs — into vivid narratives that illuminate the sport’s deep‑rooted legacy.

Jordan Walker, a defensive end for Georgia Tech, has been selected among 175 nominees for the 2026 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, highlighting his sustained commitment to service, his academic background, and his on‑field achievements.

Former WNBA pioneer Rushia Brown hosted a “Play Like a Girl” basketball clinic in Chicago, blending skill development with life lessons and rallying behind a phrase that now celebrates the league’s brightest stars.

The GLOW YMCA Challenger Baseball Clinic launched at Dwyer Stadium, offering free baseball training for children and young adults across four counties, supported by the YMCA, Batavia Muckdogs and the Batavia City Police Department.

Two July camps in Tulsa, presented by Simple Modern, teach basketball basics to children aged 10‑16, offering gear and a future Thunder game ticket.

Championship matches at the YMCA see Grey, Tropical Blue and Forest capture division titles with standout performances.

A new partnership between Houston Dynamo & Dash Charities and Kroger will bring free soccer programs to five Houston parks this summer, aiming to engage youth and families across the city.

The newly opened Caddo Parish Premier Park in Shreveport features eight artificial‑turf fields and is already booked for three years of competition, with officials projecting $5 million in first‑year revenue.