In 2008, Atlanta Select formed a "partnership" with the Butler Street YMCA. The missions of both organizations are similar in that they both promote the healthy and structured development of our youth. Atlanta Select assisted in restarting the basketball program at the YMCA by providing a coaching staff for the Butler Street Rebels for their participation in the Atlanta YMCA Recreational league.
The gymnasium is used routinely for basketball practices for age groups 10 and 11.
Safety padding was installed by the Atlanta Select organization on both ends of the basketball court to absorb impact and prevent injury of players. Additionally, the organization is working with the Butler Street staff to recruit participants from the inner city neighborhoods to join the programs offered by both organizations.
Basketball Skills Development training is conducted every Sunday in the Fall from 2 - 4 PM for boys and girls, ages 8 - 12, under the supervision of Coach Jesse Baskerville, the DCEO of Atlanta Select. He is assisted by coaches Powell, G. Stewart, James, Gaddy and Lottie. The public is invited.
Atlanta Select is extremely appreciative of the relationship with the Butler Street YMCA and owes thanks to the Center Director, Mrs. Brett Cave-Lewis.
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