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PRACTICE INFO

Every Tuesday

6:30 PM

East Orange YMCA

Turrell Gym

159 N Munn Ave

East Orange, NJ 07017

What to Expect
  • Basketball training for all skill levels
  • Mental health & wellness workshops
  • Mentorship from certified instructors
  • Community service opportunities
  • A safe, supportive environment
  • 100% free — no cost to participate
"IT REALLY IS BIGGER THAN BASKETBALL FOR US!!!"

— Elder Jerome Bishop Lane Jr., Founder & CEO

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WHERE TO
FIND US

Location

East Orange YMCA

Turrell Gym

159 N Munn Ave

East Orange, NJ 07017

Schedule

Every Tuesday

6:30 PM

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Hoops and Healing

HOOPS & HEALING

It Really Is Bigger Than Basketball For Us!!!

Empowering students through athletic development and mental health awareness in East Orange, NJ.

Practice

Every Friday

6:30 PM

East Orange YMCA

Turrell Gym

159 N Munn Ave

East Orange, NJ 07017

Our Partners

  • East Orange YMCA
  • Mental Health Association in New Jersey
  • Elmwood United Presbyterian Church
  • East Orange Fire Department
  • Benjamin Banneker Academy
  • KING Movement
  • EUPC Men of Faith
  • ItsTheZone.com
  • Wynona's House Child Advocacy Center

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Founded by Elder Jerome Bishop Lane Jr., MHFA/QPR Instructor