Hub City Street Hoops

Had an awesome day with as a guest speaker 🫡 one of my first speaking experiences an to have my wife there made it all the more enjoyable!

School closures across our district are more than just headlines—they represent real challenges for our students, families, and the future of our community. Now more than ever, we must come together to create solutions that uplift, empower, and invest in our young people.

The Gipson Academy is designed to do exactly that.

Focused on developing young men in grades 6th–12th, The Gipson Academy provides structure, mentorship, leadership development, and academic support tailored to meet the needs of our students. This is more than education—it’s a foundation for life. By emphasizing discipline, character, accountability, and excellence, we are preparing young men to succeed not only in the classroom, but in their careers and communities.

Imagine the impact:
- Stronger student outcomes and higher graduation rates
- Positive male role models and mentorship opportunities
- Safer schools and a more unified community
- A pipeline of confident, capable leaders right here in Lubbock

This is not just about one school—it’s about transforming lives and strengthening the future of our city.

We are calling on our local leaders, educators, and school districts to join this mission. Collaboration is key. When we invest in our young men, we invest in the success of our entire community.

Let’s turn this moment of uncertainty into an opportunity for growth, leadership, and lasting change.

Lubbock, our young men deserve this. Let’s build it together.

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Community members gathered in East Lubbock as police officers, firefighters, first responders, and local youth came together for the 9th Annual First Responders Basketball Game, an event designed to bring the community closer to the people who serve it every day.

The event, hosted by Leditt Butler and Hub City Street Hoops, took place Saturday at Project Intercept School, located at 1323 East 24th Street, and ran from 10 AM to 4 PM. Families, friends, and community supporters filled the gym to watch the friendly competition unfold on the court. 

The annual game has become a meaningful tradition in East Lubbock, giving local residents a chance to interact with first responders in a positive and relaxed environment. Instead of responding to emergencies, police officers and firefighters traded their uniforms for basketball jerseys and competed in a spirited matchup alongside local youth players.

Organizers say the goal of the event is simple: build trust, strengthen relationships, and show young people that first responders are part of the same community they serve.

Throughout the day, the event featured basketball games, music, food, and a family friendly atmosphere that encouraged people of all ages to attend. The showcase also highlighted the work of Hub City Street Hoops, a local initiative focused on mentoring youth through basketball and community engagement.

For many in attendance, the event represented more than just a game. It was an opportunity for the community and first responders to connect, share laughs, and celebrate the positive relationships being built across Lubbock.

As the final games wrapped up, the message of the day remained clear: when the community comes together, everyone wins.

9th Annual First Responders Basketball Game for local youths A basketball game that’s bigger than ‘just a game’. The 9th Annual First Responders Basketball Game between Lubbock’s first responders and local teens is on Saturday, March …

1 Day Away!! ⛹🏽⛹🏻‍♀️vs 👮🏼‍♀️👮🏽‍♂️

Come out and enjoy the game and support our great community event supporting our youth and first responders 🫡

One week away 🤝⛹🏽⛹🏻‍♀️👮🏼‍♀️👮🏽‍♂️