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The Greater Twin Cities African American Basketball Hall of Fame is a Minnesota-based nonprofit organization recognized as a 501(c)(3) entity, established on March 12, 2023, by Jayar Young.

The organization’s mission is to honor and celebrate the achievements of African American basketball legends from the Twin Cities and beyond who have made significant contributions to the sport and their communities. The Hall of Fame commemorates their legacies through an annual induction ceremony. Additionally, the organization supports and inspires future generations via a scholarship program and preserves the rich legacy of African American basketball through its library, which showcases their inspiring stories for a global audience.

Meet Our Team

Jayar Young

Founder

Shon Rogers

Founding Member

Demetairs Bell

Founding Member

Steve Floyd

Founding Member

Faith Johnson Patterson

Founding Member

Adam Lindsay

Founding Member

Rufus Johnson

Founding Member

Alex Rowell

Contributing Member

Al Nuness

Contributing Member

Ray Jones

Board Member

Leo Ballard

Board Member
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