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 10 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

Image Credit: YouTube

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.
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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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Empower ME Academy

empowermeacademy

2,194 3,762

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

empowermeacademy

Apr 25

Even when no one is watching, keep showing up and putting in the work.

#GrowthMindset

Even when no one is watching, keep showing up and putting in the work.

#GrowthMindset ...

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empowermeacademy

Apr 24

Sports is more than just skill — it also develops confidence, work ethic and community. Every moment on the court shapes tomorrow’s leaders and that’s what we are all about!

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#ema #empowermeacademy #liveEmpowered

Sports is more than just skill — it also develops confidence, work ethic and community. Every moment on the court shapes tomorrow’s leaders and that’s what we are all about!

———

#ema #empowermeacademy #liveEmpowered ...

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empowermeacademy

Apr 23

This year, we’re aiming to raise $100,000 for tuition assistance—so no child is turned away for financial reasons. No matter the amount, your gift empowers a child to grow in confidence, character, and purpose.

🔗 Donate using the link in bio!

This year, we’re aiming to raise $100,000 for tuition assistance—so no child is turned away for financial reasons. No matter the amount, your gift empowers a child to grow in confidence, character, and purpose.

🔗 Donate using the link in bio! ...

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Empower ME Academy

empowermeacademy

2,194 3,762

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

empowermeacademy

Apr 25

Even when no one is watching, keep showing up and putting in the work.

#GrowthMindset

Even when no one is watching, keep showing up and putting in the work.

#GrowthMindset ...

6 0

empowermeacademy

Apr 24

Sports is more than just skill — it also develops confidence, work ethic and community. Every moment on the court shapes tomorrow’s leaders and that’s what we are all about!

———

#ema #empowermeacademy #liveEmpowered

Sports is more than just skill — it also develops confidence, work ethic and community. Every moment on the court shapes tomorrow’s leaders and that’s what we are all about!

———

#ema #empowermeacademy #liveEmpowered ...

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empowermeacademy

Apr 23

This year, we’re aiming to raise $100,000 for tuition assistance—so no child is turned away for financial reasons. No matter the amount, your gift empowers a child to grow in confidence, character, and purpose.

🔗 Donate using the link in bio!

This year, we’re aiming to raise $100,000 for tuition assistance—so no child is turned away for financial reasons. No matter the amount, your gift empowers a child to grow in confidence, character, and purpose.

🔗 Donate using the link in bio! ...

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empowermeacademy

Apr 23

weekend prep ⚡️

weekend prep ⚡️ ...

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Apr 22

🌎 #HappyEarthDay

🌎 #HappyEarthDay ...

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empowermeacademy

Apr 22

Inspired by Aristotle, Shaq reminds us the that true excellence does not come from one big achievement but from the dedication we show day in and day out.

Inspired by Aristotle, Shaq reminds us the that true excellence does not come from one big achievement but from the dedication we show day in and day out. ...

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empowermeacademy

Apr 21

Laces up, who’s ready to hit the court this weekend? 🏀

Tell us which shoes you rock with in the comments below!

Laces up, who’s ready to hit the court this weekend? 🏀

Tell us which shoes you rock with in the comments below! ...

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Empower ME Academy

empowermeacademy

2,194 3,762

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

empowermeacademy

Apr 25

Even when no one is watching, keep showing up and putting in the work.

#GrowthMindset

Even when no one is watching, keep showing up and putting in the work.

#GrowthMindset ...

6 0

empowermeacademy

Apr 24

Sports is more than just skill — it also develops confidence, work ethic and community. Every moment on the court shapes tomorrow’s leaders and that’s what we are all about!

———

#ema #empowermeacademy #liveEmpowered

Sports is more than just skill — it also develops confidence, work ethic and community. Every moment on the court shapes tomorrow’s leaders and that’s what we are all about!

———

#ema #empowermeacademy #liveEmpowered ...

21 0

empowermeacademy

Apr 23

This year, we’re aiming to raise $100,000 for tuition assistance—so no child is turned away for financial reasons. No matter the amount, your gift empowers a child to grow in confidence, character, and purpose.

🔗 Donate using the link in bio!

This year, we’re aiming to raise $100,000 for tuition assistance—so no child is turned away for financial reasons. No matter the amount, your gift empowers a child to grow in confidence, character, and purpose.

🔗 Donate using the link in bio! ...

16 0

empowermeacademy

Apr 23

weekend prep ⚡️

weekend prep ⚡️ ...

27 1

empowermeacademy

Apr 22

🌎 #HappyEarthDay

🌎 #HappyEarthDay ...

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empowermeacademy

Apr 22

Inspired by Aristotle, Shaq reminds us the that true excellence does not come from one big achievement but from the dedication we show day in and day out.

Inspired by Aristotle, Shaq reminds us the that true excellence does not come from one big achievement but from the dedication we show day in and day out. ...

10 1

empowermeacademy

Apr 21

Laces up, who’s ready to hit the court this weekend? 🏀

Tell us which shoes you rock with in the comments below!

Laces up, who’s ready to hit the court this weekend? 🏀

Tell us which shoes you rock with in the comments below! ...

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empowermeacademy

Apr 21

✨ New week, fresh mindset ✨

We LOVE Mondays — it’s a chance to reset, refocus and recommit to getting 1% better everyday.

Let’s make it count! ☀️

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#mondaymotivation #positivevibes #ema #liveEmpowered

✨ New week, fresh mindset ✨

We LOVE Mondays — it’s a chance to reset, refocus and recommit to getting 1% better everyday.

Let’s make it count! ☀️

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#mondaymotivation #positivevibes #ema #liveEmpowered ...

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empowermeacademy

Apr 20

Finishing the week off strong!

Finishing the week off strong! ...

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empowermeacademy

Apr 17

High fives all around!✋🏾Let’s celebrate those little moments of connection and positivity.

Celebrate #NationalHighFiveDay with us by tagging a teammate who makes your day brighter! ✨

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#ema #empowermeacademy #empowered

High fives all around!✋🏾Let’s celebrate those little moments of connection and positivity.

Celebrate #NationalHighFiveDay with us by tagging a teammate who makes your day brighter! ✨

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#ema #empowermeacademy #empowered ...

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