ROOTS & RIMS

Basketball isn’t just what we do—it’s who we are. From the hardwood floors of Bay Area gyms to the deep roots of our culture, Just Us Basketball and Barkada Basketball are building more than teams. We’re building community, pride, and opportunity.

The Roots & Rims Bulletin is where it all comes together. Inside, you’ll meet our players—athletes chasing dreams, growing in confidence, and representing their families with heart. You’ll hear from our community sponsors and local businesses whose support fuels every practice, every tournament, every “let’s run it back.” You’ll also find reflections on heritage: the flavors, stories, and traditions that make Filipino culture inseparable from the game we love.

This is a space where donors, parents, coaches, and players all share the same courtside seat. It’s not just about highlights and stats; it’s about the bigger picture—how basketball can shape character, unite communities, and carry culture forward.

So here’s to roots, rims, and everything in between. Welcome to the story of Just Us and Barkada Basketball, told one spotlight, one sponsor, and one swish at a time.

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