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Hawks expand access to basketball through Community Court Tour
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· August 15, 2026
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Key takeaway The program engaged over 1,600 youth, aged five to 16, in 17 neighborhoods across five counties.
The Atlanta Hawks Basketball Academy has been investing in local communities through its Community Court Tour. This summer's tour was an eight-week initiative that provided free basketball clinics and wellness activities to young athletes. The program engaged over 1,600 youth, aged five to 16, in 17 neighborhoods across five counties.
It used basketball to promote active living and positive development. Further details about the Community Court Tour are available from the source, including its history and full reach. The tour is now in its sixth year and has served over 9,000 athletes since it began.
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Category: local Published: August 15, 2026 Source: Rough Draft Atlanta (intown neighborhoods) Reading time: 1 min
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