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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.

The Squad

Jayar Young

President/CEO

Shon Rogers

Vice President

Demetairs Bell

Secretary

Adam Lindsay

Social Media and Administrative Director

Rufus Johnson

Research and Data Director

Faith Johnson Patterson

Communications and Operations Director

Steve Floyd

Community Outreach Director

Eric Smalley

Treasure and Contributions Director

Leo Ballard

Board Member

Ray Jones

Board Member

Al Nuness

Contributing Member

Alex Rowelle

Contributing Member

Lisa Lissamore

Contributing Member

Frank White

Contributing Member

Don Shelby

Contributing Member

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