MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Memphis Urban League got a $15,000 check to repair a city basketball court.

That’s because sports analyst Kenny Smith is teaming Up with Coors Light.

Halle Court in East Memphis may get the money.

A lot of young people come there to basketball.  CAO George Little says the reason this extra money is so important is because it’s one of many ways to reduce crime in the area.

“Just old just all beaten up, worn out and it could be remodeled,” said Aaron Prewitt who plays on the court every other day.

Memphis city leaders say a check for $15,000 to restore community basketball courts will help keep young people out of trouble.

Former NBA player Kenny Smith says when people have a basketball court that’s in good shape, they pride in their community.

“The refurbishing program is partly to help keep people off the streets and give a self-pride because when your neighborhood is being enlightened and refreshed I think it gives you a self-pride that people care about them,” he said.

“It’s been around a long time so to give it a facelift, that will actually bring new faces and it will keep youth that has been around here a longtime still around,” Prewitt said.

Last summer, there were a number of teens involved in crimes such as shootings and robberies, but this program gives them something positive.

“I think a lot of kids, they’re playing video games, gang activity, this is something that’s going to teach them about family, coming together, leadership on the basketball court,” said Cynthia Daniels with Memphis Urban League Professionals.

CAO George Little says this is all a part of the city’s youth initiative effort to give young people the resources they need.