Empower ME Academy | Basketball Skill & Leadership Development

Empower ME Academy | Basketball Skill & Leadership Development

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We Develop
Leaders!

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We wouldn't be where we are today without our amazing community. Thank you!

Celebrating 12 Years
of Empowering Leaders

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Highlights from Documentary

Our goal is to change the youth sports narrative by cultivating compassionate leaders. Watch our powerful documentary.

Empowered:
A Leader's Journey

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SPEAKING TRUTH

Sport has the power to change the world. It has the power to inspire. It has the power to unite people in a way that little else does. It speaks to youth in a language they understand. Sport can create hope where once there was only despair. It is more powerful than government in breaking down racial barriers.

Nelson Mandela

1918 - 2013

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Excellence is changing the status quo and raising the expectations of youth sports by offering high quality coaching/mentorship, while commiting to innovation, modeling exceptional values, and raising the standards of human service.

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Our Impact Since 2013

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THE OUTCOME?

1. Engage

Every experience is an opportunity to improve your skills. Connect with your best self to become a leader.

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THE OUTCOME?

2. Embrace

Your leadership journey doesn’t happen alone. We all get it done together. We are a family.

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THE OUTCOME?

3. Evolve

At your best, you show others the way. Become a master of teamwork and leadership.

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THE OUTCOME?

4. Become

Learn to lead with confidence. Help those around you to exceed expectations.

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We are the San Francisco Bay Area’s Empower ME Academy.

We teach all essential basketball fundamentals — all skills and concepts — plus leadership skills that go way beyond the court. We’re just better.
Want to know why?

MEET THE TEAM

TESTIMONIALS

EMA has been truly transformational for our daughter, beyond any basketball experience she has had at school or through two AAU programs. Here’s why — Jerome and his team teach much more than basketball.

David Glickman

Father of Samantha Glickman
(HS Class of 2021)

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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT US?

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Learn, grow, and grab first dibs on what we offer. Get our Empowering News (E-NEWS) — written by Coach Gumbs and the EMA Team — every month.

Empower ME Academy

empowermeacademy

2,395 4,223

501c3 Non-Profit Organization
Where top-class leadership meets high-level basketball development. 𝗪𝗘 𝗗𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗟𝗢𝗣 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦! 🫡

empowermeacademy

May 23

Level up your handle this summer 🏀 There’s still availability in our Ball Handling Clinic — come tighten your control, improve your confidence, and elevate your game. Don’t miss out. Sign up via the link in our bio.⚡️

Level up your handle this summer 🏀 There’s still availability in our Ball Handling Clinic — come tighten your control, improve your confidence, and elevate your game. Don’t miss out. Sign up via the link in our bio.⚡️ ...

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empowermeacademy

May 22

Join us Monday, June 15th at 7:00 PM as the Golden State Valkyries take on the Los Angeles Sparks in a Commissioner’s Cup matchup on Asian Heritage Night 🏀
Come out, support women’s basketball, and be part of an exciting night with our community. We’d love to see everyone there! 💜⚡️

Join us Monday, June 15th at 7:00 PM as the Golden State Valkyries take on the Los Angeles Sparks in a Commissioner’s Cup matchup on Asian Heritage Night 🏀
Come out, support women’s basketball, and be part of an exciting night with our community. We’d love to see everyone there! 💜⚡️ ...

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empowermeacademy

May 20

The lessons we teach go far beyond the game.

Emily, one of our former students, recently shared how mental health has played a key role in her journey to Morgan State (D1). It’s a reminder that the mindset, resilience, and self-awareness we emphasize here are lessons that stay with our students long after they leave. ⚡️

The lessons we teach go far beyond the game.

Emily, one of our former students, recently shared how mental health has played a key role in her journey to Morgan State (D1). It’s a reminder that the mindset, resilience, and self-awareness we emphasize here are lessons that stay with our students long after they leave. ⚡️ ...

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Empower ME Academy

empowermeacademy

2,395 4,223

501c3 Non-Profit Organization
Where top-class leadership meets high-level basketball development. 𝗪𝗘 𝗗𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗟𝗢𝗣 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦! 🫡

empowermeacademy

May 23

Level up your handle this summer 🏀 There’s still availability in our Ball Handling Clinic — come tighten your control, improve your confidence, and elevate your game. Don’t miss out. Sign up via the link in our bio.⚡️

Level up your handle this summer 🏀 There’s still availability in our Ball Handling Clinic — come tighten your control, improve your confidence, and elevate your game. Don’t miss out. Sign up via the link in our bio.⚡️ ...

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empowermeacademy

May 22

Join us Monday, June 15th at 7:00 PM as the Golden State Valkyries take on the Los Angeles Sparks in a Commissioner’s Cup matchup on Asian Heritage Night 🏀
Come out, support women’s basketball, and be part of an exciting night with our community. We’d love to see everyone there! 💜⚡️

Join us Monday, June 15th at 7:00 PM as the Golden State Valkyries take on the Los Angeles Sparks in a Commissioner’s Cup matchup on Asian Heritage Night 🏀
Come out, support women’s basketball, and be part of an exciting night with our community. We’d love to see everyone there! 💜⚡️ ...

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empowermeacademy

May 20

The lessons we teach go far beyond the game.

Emily, one of our former students, recently shared how mental health has played a key role in her journey to Morgan State (D1). It’s a reminder that the mindset, resilience, and self-awareness we emphasize here are lessons that stay with our students long after they leave. ⚡️

The lessons we teach go far beyond the game.

Emily, one of our former students, recently shared how mental health has played a key role in her journey to Morgan State (D1). It’s a reminder that the mindset, resilience, and self-awareness we emphasize here are lessons that stay with our students long after they leave. ⚡️ ...

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empowermeacademy

May 11

This Mother’s Day, our students shared why they love and appreciate the incredible women who support them every step of the way. 🌹⚡️

This Mother’s Day, our students shared why they love and appreciate the incredible women who support them every step of the way. 🌹⚡️ ...

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empowermeacademy

May 11

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms who pour their love, strength, and support into everything they do.

Today, we celebrate you. 💐❤️

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms who pour their love, strength, and support into everything they do.

Today, we celebrate you. 💐❤️ ...

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empowermeacademy

May 6

Off Season Summer Clinics are officially LIVE! ☀️🏀

Registration is open — lock in your spot and unlock your game.

Let’s level up together. Click the link in our bio to sign up.

Off Season Summer Clinics are officially LIVE! ☀️🏀

Registration is open — lock in your spot and unlock your game.

Let’s level up together. Click the link in our bio to sign up. ...

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empowermeacademy

May 6

Leaders aren’t just named — they’re shown.

From the huddle to the hardwood, it’s about stepping up, trusting each other, and making plays with purpose.

Leaders aren’t just named — they’re shown.

From the huddle to the hardwood, it’s about stepping up, trusting each other, and making plays with purpose. ...

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Empower ME Academy

empowermeacademy

2,395 4,223

501c3 Non-Profit Organization
Where top-class leadership meets high-level basketball development. 𝗪𝗘 𝗗𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗟𝗢𝗣 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦! 🫡

empowermeacademy

May 23

Level up your handle this summer 🏀 There’s still availability in our Ball Handling Clinic — come tighten your control, improve your confidence, and elevate your game. Don’t miss out. Sign up via the link in our bio.⚡️

Level up your handle this summer 🏀 There’s still availability in our Ball Handling Clinic — come tighten your control, improve your confidence, and elevate your game. Don’t miss out. Sign up via the link in our bio.⚡️ ...

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empowermeacademy

May 22

Join us Monday, June 15th at 7:00 PM as the Golden State Valkyries take on the Los Angeles Sparks in a Commissioner’s Cup matchup on Asian Heritage Night 🏀
Come out, support women’s basketball, and be part of an exciting night with our community. We’d love to see everyone there! 💜⚡️

Join us Monday, June 15th at 7:00 PM as the Golden State Valkyries take on the Los Angeles Sparks in a Commissioner’s Cup matchup on Asian Heritage Night 🏀
Come out, support women’s basketball, and be part of an exciting night with our community. We’d love to see everyone there! 💜⚡️ ...

20 0

empowermeacademy

May 20

The lessons we teach go far beyond the game.

Emily, one of our former students, recently shared how mental health has played a key role in her journey to Morgan State (D1). It’s a reminder that the mindset, resilience, and self-awareness we emphasize here are lessons that stay with our students long after they leave. ⚡️

The lessons we teach go far beyond the game.

Emily, one of our former students, recently shared how mental health has played a key role in her journey to Morgan State (D1). It’s a reminder that the mindset, resilience, and self-awareness we emphasize here are lessons that stay with our students long after they leave. ⚡️ ...

41 1

empowermeacademy

May 11

This Mother’s Day, our students shared why they love and appreciate the incredible women who support them every step of the way. 🌹⚡️

This Mother’s Day, our students shared why they love and appreciate the incredible women who support them every step of the way. 🌹⚡️ ...

60 0

empowermeacademy

May 11

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms who pour their love, strength, and support into everything they do.

Today, we celebrate you. 💐❤️

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms who pour their love, strength, and support into everything they do.

Today, we celebrate you. 💐❤️ ...

60 5

empowermeacademy

May 6

Off Season Summer Clinics are officially LIVE! ☀️🏀

Registration is open — lock in your spot and unlock your game.

Let’s level up together. Click the link in our bio to sign up.

Off Season Summer Clinics are officially LIVE! ☀️🏀

Registration is open — lock in your spot and unlock your game.

Let’s level up together. Click the link in our bio to sign up. ...

15 0

empowermeacademy

May 6

Leaders aren’t just named — they’re shown.

From the huddle to the hardwood, it’s about stepping up, trusting each other, and making plays with purpose.

Leaders aren’t just named — they’re shown.

From the huddle to the hardwood, it’s about stepping up, trusting each other, and making plays with purpose. ...

66 0

empowermeacademy

May 4

Mental health matters – on and off the court.

Too many young athletes face burnout, anxiety, and depression. We’re committed to being part of the solution, building spaces that support their mental health, not just performance. 💙

Mental health matters – on and off the court.

Too many young athletes face burnout, anxiety, and depression. We’re committed to being part of the solution, building spaces that support their mental health, not just performance. 💙 ...

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empowermeacademy

Apr 30

Play smart. Play safe. Protect your eyes ⚡️
#sportseyesafetymonth

Play smart. Play safe. Protect your eyes ⚡️
#sportseyesafetymonth ...

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empowermeacademy

Apr 24

🌷 Calling all moms! 🌷

We’d love for you to join us for a special event celebrating our EMA Moms! Come connect, capture a moment together, and receive the flowers you deserve.

Save the date for photos, flowers, coffee and more! Stay tuned for more information and how to RSVP for the event.

🌷 Calling all moms! 🌷

We’d love for you to join us for a special event celebrating our EMA Moms! Come connect, capture a moment together, and receive the flowers you deserve.

Save the date for photos, flowers, coffee and more! Stay tuned for more information and how to RSVP for the event. ...

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