Image courtesy of The City of Jackson Mayor's Office. Background by TTR
Founder of the West Tennessee Youth Basketball Association/Tennessee Blazers Joshua Weeden has been selected as the June 2022 Hub City Hero.
Weeden is a native of Jackson, TN where he attended Madison Academic Magnet High School. Weeden went on to attend Tennessee State University. Weeden also received his Master’s Degree in Sports Administration and History.
Weeden’s nominator said that he is dedicated to the cause of helping the youth and puts more energy and time in his community.
Community is very important to me because when I was younger here in Jackson we had people who were examples for us,” said Weeden. “And how we needed to uplift and give back to the very community that we came from; not just those communities but the surrounding ones as well.”
The WTYBA/Tennessee Blazers is a non-profit organization, comprised of youth from all over the state of Tennessee.
Weeden says that the organization gives youth the platform to be seen by college coaches in hopes of obtaining college scholarships as well as helping the development in younger athletes with their basketball skills.
“Heroes never forget where they come from and Joshua is a prime example of that,” said Mayor Scott Conger. “Joshua reaches youth from all over west Tennessee but continues to stay true to his roots here in Jackson.”
“Hub City Heroes” selflessly and steadily give of their time and talent to improve the lives of others in the community. Recognition as a hero is one small way to thank these public servants for their efforts and it gives honorees the opportunity to raise awareness for causes that are important to them.
Criteria
- Committed to improving the quality of life of others in Jackson
- Contributes time to community activities in a volunteer capacity
- Serves as a role model and inspiration to others
- Focuses on growth and well-being of the community we serve
- Empowers and engages others to give back
- Demonstrates integrity, collaboration, innovation and respect
Recipients will be selected monthly and nominations are continuous. To nominate a hero, visit http://hero.jacksontn.gov. Candidates must be a resident of Jackson, Tennessee
After a year of heroes have been recognized, one hero will be selected and awarded $1,000 to donate to a non-profit of their choice. For more information, visit http://hero.jacksontn.gov.