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Guard up and Play defense: Women's Basketball

Friday, January 9, 2026

6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.

If you love basketball, join game of zones at Kwame Ture Recreation Center! Whether you are a beginner or experienced player and want a good cardio workout, or just want to hoop, do it with us. Doesn't matter if it half court or full court. Our basketball gymnasium is just what you need!

Location

Gymnasium (Full) in Kwame Ture Recreation Center 
Accessible
1527 Jesup Avenue
Bronx
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Cost

Free  

Registration

Registration not required.

Contact Number

(718) 293-5934

Contact Email

Pharon.Hickman@parks.nyc.gov

Categories

Recreation Center Programming, Basketball/Netball

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Kwame Ture Recreation Center
Due to a mechanical issue, the front entrance of the Kwame Ture Recreation Center is temporarily out of service. Please use the back entrance to access the facility until further notice.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding as we work to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
Anticipated Completion: 06/30/2025
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Membership Extension





For a limited time, we are offering qualifying members the opportunity to receive a 3.5-month membership extension.


To be eligible to receive the extension, you must meet all three qualification criteria:







          
  • You were an active member on January 30, 2025.


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  • You visited Kwame Ture Recreation Center between July 30, 2024, and January 30, 2025.


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  • You are a paying member who possesses either an adult membership or a senior, veteran, or person with a disability membership.






If you believe you meet these qualifications, you may submit a request by completing the online form. The deadline to opt-in for the extension is October 26, 2025.