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Las Vegas was the place to be as retired basketball players from across the country came together for a powerful Legends of Basketball event hosted by the Las Vegas Chapter of the NBRPA. The event brought together NBA alumni, community leaders, sponsors, and supporters for a night that mixed leadership, celebration, and real impact. At

Shooting for Peace Gets On CCSD Calendar To Empower Students at Durango High School: Financial Literacy and Life Skills for the Next Generation On November 25, 2025, the Shooting for Peace movement continued its nationwide mission—this time inside the heart of Durango High School, part of the Clark County School District (CCSD) in Las Vegas,

Family Business With Jerome “JYD” Williams Legacy. Leadership. Family. Former NBA star Jerome “Junk Yard Dog” Williams is known for his relentless hustle, heart, and leadership on the court — but his greatest work now happens far beyond the game.Through his new docuseries “Family Business,” Jerome takes viewers on a journey that blends family, mentorship,

On November 1, 2025, Toronto became the stage for something bigger than basketball. The Shooting for Peace tour, founded by NBA Legend Jerome “JYD” Williams, teamed up with the Peel District School Board (PDSB) to bring a life-changing experience to students across the Greater Toronto Area. The event — hosted at Jarvis Collegiate Institute —

What an incredible day at Valley View Rec Center! The community came together for an inspiring event featuring NBA legends and leaders who are passionate about giving back. With the support of the National Basketball Retired Players Association (NBRPA), we welcomed Eric “Broadway” Jones, Keith Starr, Marcus Banks, Brandon Anderson, Warren Rosegreen, Councilwoman Monica Larsen,

A Summer Day Teamed with Purpose On June 27, 2025, Shooting for Peace brought some serious energy to Middle Fitness & Wellness Center on Reedbird Avenue in Brooklyn, MD (not NYC Brooklyn—they’re Baltimore neighbors!). Over 100 local kids joined NBA legend Jerome “Junkyard Dog” Williams, community figures like Philip Blackwell, and a Chase bank rep, Joel

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On May 29, 2025, students at Howard D. Woodson High School in Washington, D.C., got more than just a basketball showcase—they experienced a day that mixed hoops, heart, and real-life lessons. NBA legend Jerome “Junk Yard Dog” Williams brought his national program Shooting for Peace to his hometown, teaming up with Call Bank Chase and