{"id":17057,"date":"2024-10-18T09:56:42","date_gmt":"2024-10-18T14:56:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sabathani.webaloolabs.com\/?p=17057"},"modified":"2024-10-18T12:24:29","modified_gmt":"2024-10-18T17:24:29","slug":"what-a-night-sabathani-gym-reopens-with-a-slam-dunk-celebration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sabathani.webaloolabs.com\/?p=17057","title":{"rendered":"What a Night! Sabathani Gym Reopens with a Slam Dunk Celebration"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The energy was electric on October 9 as the community came out strong to celebrate the grand reopening of the Sabathani gym. We\u2019re blown away by the transformation, and so grateful for the amazing turnout. From basketball games to music by DJ Enferno, the night was full of joy, connection, and community pride. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One of the night\u2019s highlights was a special appearance by Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid, who joined our local youth for the ceremonial ribbon cutting, officially unveiling the new court! <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This incredible renovation was made possible by our valued partners\u2014the Minnesota Timberwolves, Minnesota Lynx, and U.S. Bank\u2014through the <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Our Courts. Our Future.<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> program. We are so thankful for their support of our community and our mission. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sabathani Community Center has been a pillar of South Minneapolis since 1966, emerging out of the Sabathani Baptist Church. Back then, we could have created another sanctuary space, but instead, we envisioned a community center with a gym\u2014a safe space for our youth to grow, connect, and thrive. Now, more than 50 years later, that vision has been renewed with this beautiful renovation. This gym truly belongs to all of us, and we can\u2019t wait to see it full of energy and life for many years to come.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Starting in November, Sabathani will offer <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sabathani.webaloolabs.com\/after-school\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Open Gym and Game Nights<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> for youth ages 10 to 24. It\u2019s an opportunity for the next generation to stay active and build lasting connections in a safe, welcoming space. <a href=\"https:\/\/sabathani.webaloolabs.com\/after-school\/\">Learn more and sign up here!<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Check out this amazing transformation of the gym:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-17058\" src=\"https:\/\/sabathani.webaloolabs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/gym-before-after.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1200\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For more details, see the official press release here:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nba.com\/timberwolves\/news\/u-s-bank-and-minnesota-timberwolves-lynx-unveil-renovated-basketball-court-at-sabathani-community-center\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>U.S. Bank and Minnesota Timberwolves &amp; Lynx Unveil Renovated Basketball Court at Sabathani Community Center<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Sabathani Community Center has been serving South Minneapolis for nearly six decades, creating safe and vibrant spaces for youth, families, and community members to stay active and connected. As we look to the future, we invite you to be a part of this journey. Whether through <a href=\"https:\/\/sabathani.webaloolabs.com\/volunteer\">volunteering your time<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/sabathani.webaloolabs.com\/donate\/\">making a donation<\/a>, your support helps us continue providing these essential programs and services for our community. We&#8217;re stronger together!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The energy was electric on October 9 as the community came out strong to celebrate the grand reopening of the Sabathani gym. We\u2019re blown away by the transformation, and so grateful for the amazing turnout. From basketball games to music by DJ Enferno, the night was full of joy, connection, and community pride. 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