Kobe Bryant: 8 Off-Court Moments Of Greatness
1. Mamba Academy
Kobe Bryant has been heralded as a man who approaches each project, decision or move he makes with an unparalleled drive and vigour. No farther do you need to look than his creation of the Mamba Academy in the summer of 2018.
Built as a temple of elite training and development, the Mamba Academy provides athletes from all pursuits the opportunity to enhance their performance. A viral video released on the centre's social media placed the spotlight firmly onto the Academy as it revealed the wealth of league-leading talent that had been attending the facility over its opening few months. Names such as Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, Isiah Thomas, Candace Parker, Maya Moore and Serena Williams serve to provide an idea of the standard of athlete that are all striving to utilise Kobe and his staff. A remarkable roster of athletes.
The Academy also houses his daughter's AAU Basketball team, in addition to providing a field-leading mentorship programme for aspiring young athletes.
The Mamba Academy has taken the US by storm and following Kobe's passing, will act as a powerful means of continuing his legacy.