As part of The Basketball Embassy’s ongoing mission to build community through the unifying power of sport, the San Antonio-based nonprofit last week completed the inbound portion of a two-way exchange program centered on youth basketball in Zambia.
Read MoreThe Basketball Embassy completed the first leg of a two-part exchange centered on women’s empowerment through sport in Uzbekistan.
Read MoreThe Basketball Embassy recently finished a pre-pilot STEM program in conjunction with local partner SA Youth, using basketball to introduce fundamental math and geometry concepts to underserved youth.
Read MoreThe Basketball Embassy is excited to announce a fundraising night at 5 p.m. June 1, 2022, at Burger Boy on South New Braunfels Ave.
Read MoreThe Basketball Embassy added three valuable pieces to its leadership structure in the spring.
Read MoreThe Basketball Embassy brought coaches and volunteers to join in on United Way San Antonio’s annual Kids Fest at Fiesta 2022.
Read MoreCollege basketball season has arrived, and a growing number of players from around the globe are playing at the NCAA Division I level as coaches and scouts continue to recognize and recruit the rich talent pool overseas.
Read MoreHere are a few areas that any player can be effective on the court without needing to have the ball in their hands.
Read MoreThe inaugural Hoopin’ with Heroes event brought together first responders with the communities they serve in an effort to bridge divides and promote unity.
Read MoreTo reach your full potential as a player, you must allow coaches to give you both criticism and feedback on your game without it affecting you negatively.
Read MoreIn addition to skills and on-the-court success, every player should aspire to be a good teammate. Here’s how.
Read MoreTBE’s golf tournament fundraiser brought together people from all over the state to support youth empowerment initiatives in the greater San Antonio community.
Read MoreTBE’s Youth Ambassador Program was featured Tuesday on FOX 29 News in San Antonio, highlighting our work in underserved communities and homeless shelters.
Read MoreLast week, TBE’s Youth Ambassador Program was on campus at SAMMinistries for the first time since the pre-pandemic era, providing an hour of instruction, exercise and fun for kids and parents alike.
Read MoreTBE alum Huriya Mrad shares her experience in developing and growing her academy in Mahdia, Tunisia.
Read MoreFollowing a series of trials and tragedies, Shaq McKissic’s drive to reach his full potential propelled him to the pinnacle of European basketball.
Read MoreThe disparities between the women’s and men’s facilities and amenities at the NCAA tournaments this year are pronounced. The primary governing body of college athletics needs to examine what it is, and what it claims to be.
Read MoreIn the week leading up to Christmas, members of The Basketball Embassy made trips to local homeless shelters SAAM Ministries and Haven for Hope to hand out donated toys to children.
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