We extend our sincere gratitude to our youth coaches and mentors for their dedication in transitioning from basketball tryouts to effectively guiding the younger players toward securing a victory. Congratulations to session #1 CHAMPS @fullcirclefs1 @livelikelucafoundation

As always, everyone is welcome and encouraged to register and join for free, regardless of their skill level.

Day 1 was an absolute blast! We’re thrilled to rally a dynamic group of teens to finish the year strong! Let’s train hard, sharpen our skills, and have a ton of fun together. In addition to basketball, we’re excited to offer mentoring group sessions where participants can plan and set goals for the upcoming year. It’s all about building skills, creating opportunities, and making the most of this time together. Let’s end the year on a high note and set the stage for an amazing future! @livelikelucafoundation @fullcirclefs1 #teamsports

📢 Exciting Day at Full Circle Basketball Camp! Today, our campers dived into creativity and entrepreneurship with a Graphic and Apparel Design Program! 🎨👕 Under the guidance of our team, they learned how to design a custom logo and apply it to hoodies to keep warm this winter. Not only was this a fun and engaging activity, but it also aimed to inspire the next generation of young entrepreneurs. By giving our campers the tools and knowledge to create their own designs, we’re encouraging them to dream big and even consider starting their own small businesses! 💼✨ The program is part of Full Circle’s mission to combine sports, literacy, arts, and mental health to empower our youth. Seeing their excitement and creativity today was a true testament to their potential! Stay tuned for more updates and initiatives as we continue to build and inspire our community! #FullCircleFamilyServices #YouthEmpowerment #Entrepreneurship #GraphicDesign #BasketballCamp #YoungEntrepreneurs #CommunityBuilding #youthsports @livelikelucafoundation @fullcirclefs1

Parents and players tomorrow is the day of another 7 to 15yr old free training camp. Everyone is welcome @ Gloria J Parks community center from 12pm to 3 pm. @fullcirclefs1 @livelikelucafoundation #youthtraining #mentoring #fun

Join us for an exciting Saturday @ Gloria J Parks Community Center from 12 PM to 3 PM! Ages 7 to 15 Everyone is welcome, regardless of skill level, so come and improve your skills in a fun and friendly atmosphere! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect and have a great time!

Week 7 loading free training camp, organized scrimmages and competitive games for ages 7 to 18 everyone welcome. @fullcirclefs1 @livelikelucafoundation #youthsports

🍂🏞️ Embrace the chill! 🍃 Fall and winter might bring cooler temperatures, but it’s still a perfect time to get outside for a Mental Health Hike! Whether it’s crisp leaves underfoot or the peaceful hush of snow, each season has its own way of grounding us and giving us that much-needed mental recharge. 🧘‍♀️✨ Bundle up, grab a friend, and join us on the trail to breathe in fresh air, clear your mind, and find peace in nature. 🌬️🧣 Your mental health matters—let’s make the most of every season together. 💚 #MentalHealthHike #FallIntoWellness #WinterWander #HikingForMentalHealth #SelfCareOutdoors #NatureTherapy @fullcirclefs1

🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Our Full Circle team is thrilled to support our athletes as they prepare for the New York City Marathon! With determination, discipline, and endless training sessions, these incredible individuals are pushing their limits and embodying resilience every step of the way. We’re proud of their hard work and commitment to representing our community on one of the biggest stages. Let’s cheer them on and wish them strength and success as they get ready to conquer NYC! 🌟 #NYCMarathon #FullCircleFamilyServices #CommunityStrong

The young guys have been training hard for the past 6 weeks and are improving. They've been working so hard that we extended the camp 3 more weeks everyone is welcome to register, play, and have fun. It's free. Uniform included and much more!!!! @fullcirclefs1 @livelikelucafoundation

Teams Need A Strategy when trying to guard @nas_diff

November Schedule For Free Basketball Training Kids 8-15 Years Old 🦈🏀

As winter approaches, our campers, staff, and referees are thrilled with their new hoodies! These warm layers are perfect for staying cozy while traveling to and from events, and they really help foster our community spirit. We can’t wait for a fantastic season ahead, with everyone ready to tackle the chill! @fullcirclefs1 @livelikelucafoundation #teamsports #rise

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Congratulations to the tournament series #5 champions this team played well together and beat some really good squads @looopyyydaee @_justcinnie_ @tyglizz_1 @vonnntte @aviondabest

Congratulations to @Tyglizz_1 this weekend tournament MVP.

Youth and Teen CPR Demonstration! 🏀❤️ 🚨 We’re bringing more than just basketball skills to our camp this season! 🏆🏀 Full Circle Family Services is proud to host a CPR Demonstration and Expo for all participants. Learn how to save lives while improving your game on the court! No prior experience needed! This hands-on demo will empower our youth to make a difference in their community, on and off the court. 🫀💪 🔥 Learn essential CPR skills 🔥 Hands-on practice with certified professionals 🔥 Boost your life-saving knowledge in a fun, interactive way! #YouthCPR #BasketballCamp #LifeSkills #FullCircleFamilyServices #CPRTraining #CommunitySafety #BuffaloYouth @fullcirclefs1 @livelikelucafoundation

Two good teams went at it in the semi-finals @bentonnn @lambovisions @a.dott4 @nas_diff

Congratulations to @rayskiiii_ he earned the Most Improved Player award against some tough competition over 5 tournaments. @livelikelucafoundation @fullcirclefs1 #rise #teamsports

@jay1wayyyyyy 4pt play. It was some good games this weekend #and1

@a.dott4 With the quick inbound jumper the defense didn’t have a chance to react.

Young campers 1 v 1 warm up it's great how they support each other. Camp starts at noon at Gloria J Parks Community Center. Every 6 to 13 years welcome with registration. @fullcirclefs1 @livelikelucafoundation #training #fun #mentoring

Get ready for an amazing day at our camp for kids ages 6 to 13! Tomorrow is going to be fantastic, and you're invited to join the fun! Everyone is welcome, so come on down and register—it's free! Registration kicks off at 12 PM at Gloria J, so don’t miss out! Bring a friend along and score an extra camp shirt! @tyrunitup._mentor/coach @livelikelucafoundation #teamsports #rise @fullcirclefs1

Come see how your team match up tomorrow at Gloria J sign up start at 2pm games start at 3pm sharp don’t be late. It’s free pull up and play.

Great championship game last weekend nobody lose when everyone is safe, avoiding trouble and having fun. Congrats to the championship MVP @jayygoos he was a tough match up for the other team #brothers #rise #riseup #teamsports @livelikelucafoundation @fullcirclefs1

Final Tournament Week Bring Your Team And Come Compete To Be Crowned A Champion 🏆🥇🏀🦈

The final fourth-quarter camp for October is scheduled for this weekend, with additional dates for November to be announced shortly. 🏀🦈

The young campers were so excited about the new @fullcirclefs1 x @livelikelucafoundation jersey today. Everyone enjoyed the mentor program, trained hard, and competed in the scrimmage. Thank you to all the Jr. Mentors/coaches, staff, and parents for helping make this another great day.

Congratulations to the week two tournament winner. Tournament 3 today at Gloria J Parks Community center sign up begin at 2:30 PM. Bring your team or join a team Everyone welcome it’s free jersey included. Can any team stop them from winning another chip? Games will start 3pm sharp. @fullcirclefs1 @livelikelucafoundation @teamsports

Defense wins championships, and in this case, it also wins MVP awards. These days, few players can transform a game with their defense and rebounding. @mcremit has made a remarkable impact on the court, capturing the attention of coaches with his exceptional play. Congratulations on being the MVP of the HOME COURT ADVANTAGE team sports tournament. Keep bringing the energy! #theworm @livelikelucafoundation @fullcirclefs1 @teamsports

The Indigenous People Day Hoop Fest Champs emerged victorious thanks to their stellar defense, dominant rebounding, and unbeatable team chemistry!. #teamsports #IndigenousPeopleDay #HoopFestChamps #Victory #DefenseWinsChampionships #ReboundingDominance #TeamChemistry #Basketball #Champions #Unity #Sportsmanship #Community #CelebrateDiversity #Empowerment #antiviolence IndigenousPride #hoopslife

Week 2 of the 4qtr basketball training camp has concluded, leaving two more weeks of activities ahead that promise to be enjoyable. 🏀🏆⛹🏽‍♂️

🏀 Full Circle Athletics - Home Court Advantage House League Tournament 🏆 Tournament 1 of 4 in our Community Sports Home Court Advantage League, was nothing short of amazing! 🌟 A HUGE congratulations to our MVP Award Winner 🏅@tyrinitup._ his dedication, teamwork, and standout performance on the court truly set the tone for an exciting tournament. 💪👏 We’re so proud of all the athletes who brought their energy and passion to the game! Stay tuned for the next round as we continue to bring the community together through sports, mentorship, and mental health support🏀🔥 Next stop: Tournament 2! Can’t wait to see who steps up and earns the next MVP title! 🎯🏅 #FullCircleAthletics #HomeCourtAdvantage #CommunitySports #HouseLeague #MVPAward #YouthAthletics #Sportsmanship

Special 1 Day Event Come By And Have Fun On Indigestion Peoples Day ‼️

@mellcheckz showing off his handle #Basketball#Hoops #ballislife #BasketballNeverStops #Streetball #dunk #BasketballLife #SlamDunk #BasketballTraining #GameDay #courtvision #basketballcommunity #dribble #buzzerbeater @fullcirclefs1

4thQtr Tip Off Game

@bjaygroovy got buckets in week 1 week 2 loading new registrations start at 230 it’s free everyone welcomed to play. @fullcirclefs1

LIKE IF YOUR BRINGING YOUR GAME TOMORROW. Come try out Our new HOME COURT ADVANTAGE OFFICIAL GAME BALL. FREE TRAINING TIPS OFF 12pm to 3pm for AGES 12pm to 3PM TEEN TOURNAMENT REGISTRATION BEGINS AT GLORIA J PARKS COMMUNITY CENYER @ 230pm and GAMES START AT 3pm every welcome. #awards #giveaways and much more @fullcirclefs1 @livelikelucafoundation #teamsports #rise #sharks

Exciting Update from Full Circle! Our talented students from Full Circle Family Services have been hard at work upgrading our podcast program setup. With a focus on enhancing audio quality and creating a more professional production environment, they’ve integrated new equipment and improved the overall studio layout. The students are also learning essential skills such as sound engineering, podcast hosting, and post-production editing, giving them hands-on experience in media production. Stay tuned as they continue to grow their skills and bring fresh, creative content to our podcast platform! #podcast #podcasting #interviews #newepisode @fullcirclefs1

The week 1 champs want to know if any team can stop them in week 2. Everyone welcomed to come sign up and play. Bring your 5 or bring yourself. Just make sure you bing your game. It's free. @livelikelucafoundation @teamsports @fullcirclefs1 #champs #throne #undefeated #communitysports #antiviolence #homecourtadvantage #mentoring #mentalhealthawareness #fullcircleathletics #cprtraining COMMENT BELOW IF YOUR TEAM CAN STOP THEM

@tyrunitup._ Ran it up from the jump all the way to a chip he played well on offense and defense.

We have crowned the champions of Week 1, and with Week 2 swiftly approaching, we are eager to find out who will reign as the kings of Week 2.

Week 1 is history, and guess what? Saturday is speeding towards us like a fast break! Just a few days left until the Saturday basketball camp bounces back, and guess what? It’s not too late to hop on this hoop train! Grab a friend and join the fun—everyone’s invited! 🏀✨

In week one, @rayskiiii_ and @sinluvswokk showcased their skills, helping their team reach the semifinals with tough shots, good energy, and solid defense. The other teams didn’t see it coming. #communitysports #antiviolence #basketball #homecourtadvantage #teennight #mentoring #mentalhealthawareness #fullcircleathletics #teamsports #goodgame @fullcirclefs1

Session one was fun. Join us for the second session of our Mentoring, Skills, Drills, and Games camp series on October 12th at the Gloria J Parks community center from 12pm to 3pm. This free event is open to everyone and promises to be a fun and enriching learning experience for all participants. We look forward to seeing you there! #teamsports #playyourgame #mentoring #training #skills #drills

Check out our standout player of the day in our 8u to 12u camp! This player showed incredible focus and determination during the drills, setting an amazing example for the rest of the team.

The Flag football training and scrimmage was a blast! Everyone had an amazing time and couldn’t stop talking about the awesome new jerseys! #teamsports #sharks #flagfootball Thank you to the Canisius College students for coaching and training.

Week 1 Of 4 Weeks 4 Tournaments 4 Champions 🏆🥇

Pull up and play @ Gloria J Tournament 1 of 4 and it’s free #weback #teamsports #sharks #communitysports #homecourtadvantage

🏀 4 Weeks, 4 Tournaments, 4 Champions 🏆 Hosted by Full Circle Family Services & Live Like Luca 📅 Dates: October 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th ⏰ Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 📍 Location: Gloria J Parks Community Center, 3242 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14214 👥 Ages: 16-18 years old 🎟️ FREE – New players welcomed, everyone plays! Come join us for 4 weeks of exciting basketball tournaments. Whether you’re new or experienced, everyone gets a chance to play. Register in person at Gloria J Parks Community Center!

Youth Basketball Program 🏀Free with Registration🏀 Join our exciting basketball program designed for youth! Participants will receive awards, certificates, and uniforms included with registration. #youthsports Come develop your skills, teamwork, and confidence on the court! Don’t miss out - Register now! For more information or to sign up, contact us today!

Wow, what an absolutely incredible summer! Everyone had an absolute blast and tons of fun - @fullcirclefs1 and @projectplaywny included!. Until we free play again.

@projectplaywny Free play fun @fullcirclefs1 #sportssampling #summertime #summervibes #summersports #fun #everyonewins

Good pass @sw3rvoo._

@yeezywicc_ gonna hold it down for the Northtowns.

Who's gonna stop @showtimedomo4 from getting 3 peat? #3peat #championship #cantbestopped #highereducation #antiviolence #live

Summer Is Here Lets Turn It Up A Little Bit More With A Fun,Competitive Basketball League Bring Your 5 And Battle It Out‼️ Whos Gonna Rule The Summer ? 🏀🦈 #thisisfullcirclebasketball #shark #basketball #fyp #ballislife🏀

It was a fantastic day full of excitement, sunshine, and sports! @fullcirclefs1 x @projectplaywny

Nothing can dampen the free play fun, not even a few clouds in the sky! @fullcirclefs1 @projectplaywny

Today, in the pre-season match, @eli_yktv seemed unstoppable. It was a tough challenge for everyone. #elite #athlete #attitude #player #rise @livelikelucafoundation @bgcnorthtowns @fullcirclefs1

New Time 1pm - 5pm Lets Have Some Fun Competing and Getting Better This Summer 🏀🦈

Best Lob 1 or 2 ?

Pre-season runs @popular.owner came to play. #summer #summerleague #violenceprevention

Kicking Off This Summer On A High Note 🚀 @hollywood._.mirrrr

We Are Back For The Summer Bring Your 5 Lets Have Fun And Get Better This Summer 🏀🦈

@fullcirclefs1 X @buffalosportsworld

So many #great #moments and #plays from an #amazing #season. New session loading more details coming soon.

@buffalosportsworld 10 Pack 📸🏀🦈

Focus, mental toughness, and clutch shooting earned @tjc_3xx the MVP OF THE CHAMPIONSHIP GAME @fullcirclefs1 @livelikelucafoundation #community #communitysports #niagarafalls #juneteenth #mvp #champion

🏀🎉 Announcing the Champions of the Juneteenth Basketball Classic! 🎉🏀 We are thrilled to announce the champions of this year’s Juneteenth Basketball Classic! In an incredible come-from-behind victory, this team showcased resilience, teamwork, and sheer determination to clinch the title. Every player gave it their all, making this win a testament to the hard work and spirit of our community. As we celebrate this achievement, let us remember the words of June Jordan: “We are the ones we’ve been waiting for.” This victory is not just about the game, but about the strength and unity we find in each other. Thank you to all the players, coaches, and supporters who made this event unforgettable. Together, we continue to rise and inspire. @fullcirclefs1 @livelikelucafoundation @bgcnorthtowns #JuneteenthClassic #champions #communitystrength #werisetogether

Referee Shakes said, "Bring your A game tonight for the playoffs and the championship, and leave the complaining at home."

Celebrating Freedom and Unity Juneteenth Day Of Champions Tournament Bring your team, let’s crown the champion of spring, and get ready for summer! Together We Rise, Together We Win. 🏀🦈 1 Peter St 6pm-8Pm

The Falls team added some toughness @vonmiller999 to the team. #getstrong #postgame #and1 #nbafinals #nbaplayoffs #community #communitysports

@showtimedomo4 led his team to a win today. #dunk #highflyer #niagarafalls #falls #higherlevel #basketball @livelikelucafoundation @fullcirclefs1 #community #communitysports #violenceprevention #homecourtadvantage

@le.herbo_4 is a leader and makes the necessary plays on both ends of the floor. #lockdown #defender #offensive #leader #leadership #3pts #and1 #team #teammates @fullcirclefs1 #homecourt

@2.is.him BACK IN THE SHARK TANK. Don’t just pull up. Bring your game tomorrow 6 to 8. #quote #goodrun #sharktank #falcon @fullcirclefs1

Make a call in the comments Shout out to the ref it wouldn’t be a game without them. #refs #makeadifference #makeacall #callafoul #callithowyouseeit #respecttheregame #basketball

@sbgtony_officialpage is a nice guy until you get on the court and his tone changes. #nbafinals #communitysports #community #antiviolence #sharks #sharktank #sharksbasketball #fullcircleathletics

A few players didn’t show up this week but @_justcinnie_ was focused and held the team down. #getserious #realserious #basketballneverstops #teammate

@looopyyydaee #stayintheloop #stayouttheloop #loop #chillloop #communityfirst #laymeeeee

Yesterday was cool but let's see who brings their game today.

The new guy had a tough matchup against @bentonnn #crossover #balance #basketball #community #communitysport #antiviolence #rise @livelikelucafoundation @bgcnorthtowns @fullcirclefs1

The poll results over the first few days @vonnntte started out with the lead now @bagszn.0 is in the lead. I’ll check again in a few days. #3pts #triples #basketball

@g0shadi was having fun but wasn't playing any games.

Who's the better shooter @vonnntte or @bagszn.0

Kinda forgot about this game winner by @b00ka__1k good shot off a good pass

@_.carlock and @certifiedbucket_1 always come to play offense and defense.

A few good plays from this week #play #communitysport #morethananathlete. #swimwiththesharks

A lot of talented players continue to pull up to push each other. #brother #brothers #brotherhood #brotherfromanothermother #brotherforlife #antiviolence #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #youthmatters #mentorsmatter @fullcirclefs1 #communitysports #homecourtadvantage

This was a tough matchup @b00ka__1k came to play this week.

Only if he got the dunk go down #dunks #goodpass

Everybody came ready to play tonight

More action shots 📸 by @eugenes_photography9031 our organization is thankful for you coming through and supporting our movement 🙌🏽