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Thunder hosts Youth Media Day for 40 young athletes at YMCA

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 11:00 AM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Thunder hosts Youth Media Day for 40 young athletes at YMCA

Summary

The Oklahoma City Thunder held a Youth Media Day on September 14, 2026, at Mitch Park YMCA in Edmond. Forty young athletes participated in mock interviews, skills drills, and scrimmages, receiving mentorship from Thunder players Isaiah Hartenstein and Thomas Sorber. This event aims to provide life lessons and basketball skills to participants, emphasizing teamwork and confidence. The Thunder's partnership with YMCA and Love's Travel Stops has reached nearly 90,000 kids across Oklahoma, offering them opportunities to engage and build relationships through basketball.

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By the Numbers

•Event took place on September 14, 2026, at Mitch Park YMCA.
•Participants included 40 young athletes from across Oklahoma.
•Isaiah Hartenstein and Thomas Sorber mentored the kids during the event.
•The Thunder's partnership has impacted nearly 90,000 children in Oklahoma.
•The goal is to teach kids about teamwork and confidence through basketball.

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11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Thunder Partner With YMCA And Loves To Bring Youth Media Day For Local Kids

What they're saying

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Forty young athletes swapped jerseys for microphones and professional drills, receiving surprise mentorship from Isaiah Hartenstein and Thomas Sorber during an unforgettable day of hoops and life lessons.
— Yahoo Sports

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