Albany’s own Andre Jackson Jr. gave local youth a special treat this weekend, hosting a basketball clinic at Albany Academy. The NBA player returned to his hometown to share his skills and inspire the next generation of athletes on the same courts where his own journey began.

Clinics like this one offer young players a rare opportunity to learn from a professional who grew up in the Capital Region, making the experience both instructive and deeply personal. For the students and aspiring athletes who took part, an afternoon with an NBA player on their home turf is the kind of memory that lasts a lifetime.

Jackson’s return to Albany Academy is a reminder of the strong community ties that many professional athletes maintain with their hometowns — and a feel-good moment for the entire Albany community to celebrate.

Sources: NEWS10 ABC