Empower ME Academy | Basketball Skill & Leadership Development

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?

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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?

Get ready to celebrate! 🎉 A huge shoutout to our incredible sponsors, Kirkland & Ellis and 645 Ventures, for making EmpowerFest possible this year! 💥

Did you know? You can sign up for a side event and join the action! 🤔

Whether you’re showing off your hops, perfecting your three-point shot, or flaunting your skills, we want to see what you’ve got this weekend!

The countdown is on—only TWO days left until the annual EmpowerFest! Are you in? Don’t miss out!
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Get ready to celebrate! 🎉 A huge shoutout to our incredible sponsors, Kirkland & Ellis and 645 Ventures, for making EmpowerFest possible this year! 💥

Did you know? You can sign up for a side event and join the action! 🤔

Whether you’re showing off your hops, perfecting your three-point shot, or flaunting your skills, we want to see what you’ve got this weekend!

The countdown is on—only TWO days left until the annual EmpowerFest! Are you in? Don’t miss out!
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Fully immersed in EMA’s culture, Henry shares their unique perspective on what makes this community so impactful.

His story reflects the heart of EMA 💙

#EmpowerFest #ResilienceIsCommunity
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Resilience begins with community.

There’s no more fitting theme for this year’s EmpowerFest. ⚡️

Our community embodies #strengthinnumbers, inspired by our @Warriors.
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✨ Meet Silena, a BIG sis to @coach_gumbs since their college days and now a dedicated social worker.

Silena knows firsthand how EMA has been making a difference. In her own words, EMA is more than just basketball—it’s about building resilience, creating connections, and inspiring growth. 💙

We’re proud to spotlight her voice and her journey as we gear up for another impactful EmpowerFest!

#EmpowerFest #ResilienceIsCommunity
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🎟️ YOU’RE INVITED!

We’re bringing the community together once again.

Ready to be part of the action this year?

Register now
November 29 - December 1

#EmpowerFest #ResilienceIsCommunity
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Get ready to celebrate! 🎉 A huge shoutout to our incredible sponsors, Kirkland & Ellis and 645 Ventures, for making EmpowerFest possible this year! 💥

Did you know? You can sign up for a side event and join the action! 🤔

Whether you’re showing off your hops, perfecting your three-point shot, or flaunting your skills, we want to see what you’ve got this weekend!

The countdown is on—only TWO days left until the annual EmpowerFest! Are you in? Don’t miss out!
...

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Fully immersed in EMA’s culture, Henry shares their unique perspective on what makes this community so impactful.

His story reflects the heart of EMA 💙

#EmpowerFest #ResilienceIsCommunity
...

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Resilience begins with community.

There’s no more fitting theme for this year’s EmpowerFest. ⚡️

Our community embodies #strengthinnumbers, inspired by our @Warriors.
...

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✨ Meet Silena, a BIG sis to @coach_gumbs since their college days and now a dedicated social worker.

Silena knows firsthand how EMA has been making a difference. In her own words, EMA is more than just basketball—it’s about building resilience, creating connections, and inspiring growth. 💙

We’re proud to spotlight her voice and her journey as we gear up for another impactful EmpowerFest!

#EmpowerFest #ResilienceIsCommunity
...

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🎟️ YOU’RE INVITED!

We’re bringing the community together once again.

Ready to be part of the action this year?

Register now
November 29 - December 1

#EmpowerFest #ResilienceIsCommunity
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Alex Menendez (@amenmonkey), CEO of Monkeybrains, knows firsthand the power of community.

Monkeybrains (@monkeybrains_isp) transformed San Francisco’s internet access by putting people first,

Listen to him explain how Empower-Fest is all about coming together to inspire and uplift each other. Because we believe that at the heart of it all, resilience is community.

Don’t miss this amazing event—mark your calendars and be part of something special! 🎉

#EmpowerFest #ResilienceIsCommunity #Monkeybrains
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#ThrowbackThursday Tatiana, Samantha, Stacy, & Alex share some stories after the first ever EmpowerFest! ...

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