🏀We emphasize the right approach to basketball, on and off the court.
📰The media's negative portrayal of our team has a significant impact.
🌈Don't judge us by the color of our skin; judge us by how we approach the game.
🗣️Public remarks about our team, especially from national writers, can be damaging.
🤝We have friends in the media who understand and support us.
How does your team approach basketball?
—We focus on the right approach to basketball, emphasizing not just the game itself but also how we conduct ourselves on and off the court.
How does the media's portrayal of your team affect you?
—Negative portrayals from the media, especially from national writers, can be hurtful and perpetuate stereotypes, making it harder for us to gain respect and support.
Why should we judge your team by how you approach the game?
—Judging our team solely by the color of our skin is unfair and reduces us to stereotypes. By focusing on how we play the game, you can truly understand and appreciate our team's abilities and qualities.
How do public remarks about your team impact you?
—Public remarks about our team, especially when made by influential figures like national writers, can have a significant impact on public perception and can shape narratives that may not accurately represent us.
Do you have any support from the media?
—Yes, we have friends in the media who understand us, support us, and help share our story authentically.
00:00The video addresses misconceptions and stereotypes surrounding our team.
00:10We are not thugs, monkeys, or street fighters; we exemplify the right approach to basketball.
01:14Negative remarks about our team from the media, especially influential figures like national writers, can be damaging.
02:22We urge people to judge us based on how we approach the game, not by the color of our skin.
02:59Public remarks about our team, when made by national writers, can shape narratives that don't represent us accurately.
03:43Despite challenges, we have friends in the media who understand and support us.
