Seeing the attitude of Russell Westbrook In front of the cameras, we understand that this project is as close to his heart as it is to his wife, Nina. The new Nuggets point guard has just inaugurated the expansion of the Westbrook Academy in South Gate, Los Angeles County.
This ultramodern establishment, supported by the Why Not Foundation? and opened in partnership with the LA Promise Fund, serves more than 400 middle and high school students from South Los Angeles, where Long Beach native Russell Westbrook grew up.
” When you feel good about a place, when you feel comfortable and safe, you have the best chance of succeeding and doing your job. “, judges Nina Westbrook on Fox 11 Los Angeleswhile Russell almost “hides” behind her.
” We want to ensure that students in South Los Angeles have access to community-based academic and career training, combating institutionalized racism by educating and empowering individuals and the communities in which they live. “, her husband posted in 2021, when the school was launched.
Los Angeles “through and through”
Although he left Los Angeles to play in Denver, he remains concerned about the youth of his hometown. Growing up in Los Angeles, realizing the resources that I didn't have… I had the opportunity to partner with LA Promise to bring something to 'South LA' for their kids, for their families. The most important thing is education. ” he says today.
The former Lakers and Clippers player assures that mental health is a ” essential element ” of the action carried out within the establishment. It is, for Russell Westbrook, a means of accomplishing his objective of “ help as many people as possible “.
” I am LA through and through and I want to represent LA everywhere I go. To me, legacy is what you leave behind, not just for my family, but for the people you touch along the way, on your journey. ” he said again.
