
About Us
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