In this powerful episode of The Guys Guide powered by Eskenazi Health, B Swift sits down with Anthony Hampton to talk about how basketball is being used as a tool to transform lives across Indianapolis.

What started as a love for the game has grown into a movement rooted in mentorship, conflict resolution, and community.

Through free leagues, open gyms, and youth programming, Hampton and his team are creating safe spaces for young men and women to grow, connect, and stay off the streets.

This conversation dives deep into:

• Why basketball is more than just a game

• The importance of male mentorship in young men’s lives

• How community programs can reduce violence

• Building confidence and life skills through sports

• Creating opportunities for youth with no cost or barriers

• Expanding into women’s leagues and referee training

With leagues hosted at Douglas Park and other locations, this initiative is giving kids a place to belong, learn, and thrive. If you’re a parent, mentor, or someone looking to make a difference, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

📍 Get involved: Follow LNO Sports on Instagram & Facebook 📅 Games every Thursday 6PM–8PM at Douglas Park

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In this episode of Guys Guide, B Swift welcomes Brother Jamaal Shabazz, a dynamic educator, speaker, and community leader, to discuss the importance of Black history and empowering the next generation.

Brother Jamaal shares his journey of self-discovery through Afrocentric literature and how it inspired him to create board games, apps, and youth programs that teach Black history and culture.

He emphasizes the importance of celebrating Black history 365 days a year, not just in February, and preserving cultural legacies for future generations.

The conversation highlights:

- The significance of Black History Month and its relevance today.

- How to connect history to the present for self-discovery and growth.

- The legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson and his impact on civil rights.

- Practical ways to preserve and elevate Black culture in modern times.

- Brother Jamaal’s passion for education and community shines through as he shares actionable insights and inspiring stories.

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On August 29th, The Amp at 16 Tech will host an important community event, MENtally Prepared to Help Our Children.

Led by community voices like Brother Thomas X-Williams and Kelin Mark, a local school principal, this gathering is designed to bring fathers and male role models together in support of the next generation.

The focus of the evening is clear: creating a stronger presence of men in the lives of children as they prepare to head back to school.

Fathers and mentors will connect, share experiences, and gain practical tools to better support their children in both academic and personal growth.

Attendees will explore ways to build stronger relationships with key figures in a child’s education — from teachers and principals to coaches and counselors.

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