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A NEW HOOPS COURT FOR YONKERS
PUBLISHED March 13, 2019 | News
The City of Yonkers welcomes a new basketball court that was built at Barton Park on High Street and dedicated this week. Joining in the celebration – in addition to the many kids and players that will enjoy the court for years to come – were Mayor Mike Spano, Council President Mike Khader, and other […]
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100 of the Most Influential Women in Sport: Nancy Lieberman
PUBLISHED March 7, 2019 | News
Nancy Lieberman, USA Basketball If there is one sport where the gender barrier could truly be broken, it’s basketball. And should a woman ever head up an NBA outfit, they will have a lot to thank Nancy Lieberman for. Becky Hammon lays claim to becoming the first full-time female assistant coach in the NBA with […]
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Who’s-who of athletes toast Ice Cube and Dr. J at Bomb Factory in Dallas
PUBLISHED February 18, 2019 | News
Basketball Hall of Famer Nancy Lieberman dialed up all her most famous athlete friends for her annual gala raising money for youth in the community and to promote healthy lifestyles and educational opportunities for young girls and boys. The charity serves students across the U.S. with basketball camps, clinics, Dream Courts, college scholarships, and school supply programs. […]
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Charlotte welcomes NBA’s Building Bridges program during All-Star Weekend
PUBLISHED February 17, 2019 | News
NBA legend Dell Curry didn’t see professional basketball as a career choice growing up. Instead, it was another field that captured his attention. “I wanted to go into law enforcement,” Curry said. “I had no idea I’d be an NBA player. Basketball helped me bridge that gap. I wasn’t the best student in high school, […]
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Charlotte’s own Dell and Seth Curry unveil courts where Steph and Seth learned the game
PUBLISHED February 16, 2019 | News
HARLOTTE, NC (WBTV) – The Currys are bringing a new meaning to home court advantage after unveiling new outdoor courts in Charlotte during All-Star Weeknd. In partnership with the NBA, Under Armour, RISE, Nancy Lieberman Charities, Seth and Dell Curry unveiled two new outdoor courts at the Naomi Drenan Recreation Center. This is the center […]
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