COURT RENOVATIONS
Hoopbus transforms basketball courts into vibrant and inspiring works of public art - providing safe spaces for kids to dream.
The Impact
Vadesha Gluva, “Porkchop,” grew up in the Patterson projects. She reflects on the impact of the Wave Court.
Patterson Projects, Bronx NY
September, 2025
Courts From 2025
St. Peters Elementary School
San Francisco, CA - One of our most memorable and impactful projects, this court was a true community effort. Designed by St. Peter’s teacher Ms. Ria Fresnoza, the artwork was brought to life by a coalition of local artists, including Bud Snow, Darin Balaban, TJ, and La Maxima, along with more than 20 students. This project was made possible through a grant from The Olympic Club, a contribution from Jackson Family Wines, donated resources from alum Miguel Guzman, and the generosity of Goalrilla, who provided brand-new hoops.
The court’s inauguration was a celebration of culture and community, featuring a performance by Xiuhcoatl Danza Azteca, a thrilling student vs. teacher game, and recognition of the student artists. Special thanks to Principal Sandra Jimenez for her leadership and to John Ring and Karin Haskill of The Olympic Club for their unwavering support.
Wave Court
Patterson Houses Bronx, NY - The wave garden is an iteration of the West Coast Wave Court integrating designs from the members of the Patterson community: Mikey, Chasmere, Madorie, and Roosevelt among others.
The renovation was rung in with a 3v3 tournament giving purpose to the new court from the beginning. The Wave Court is a testament that the energy we give to the world makes ripples - A beacon, and constant reminder, visible from the buildings surrounding the court.
Special thanks to NYCHA, Innovating Justice, NSI Works and the community fund NYC for making this project happen.
Love court
Willard Park Indianapolis, IN - Named after William Willard, the founder of the Indiana School for the Deaf, the park occupies the historic grounds of the original school. In 2022, the park became home to the Willard Park Skatepark, a 13,000-square-foot facility designed by Hunger Skateparks. This skatepark was created to honor local skaters who lost their lives too soon, including Ethan Williams, a passionate skateboarder, scholar, and community advocate.
The inauguration of the court was a vibrant celebration with a special appearance from Sophie Cunningham, guard for the Indiana Fever. The day began with a skills clinic led by local talent followed by a community water fight, the first in Hoopbus history. Rhonda Perry, a member of the Woodruff Baptist Church and pillar of the community cooked a warm meal for everyone to enjoy together after the activity.
Linden Park
Oakland, CA - Led by Oakland hometown hero Mistah F.A.B and the Dope Era collective, this project celebrated the bonds of a community that shaped F.A.B.’s journey. The resurfaced court and mural honored friends, memories, and the spirit of perseverance, featuring hotspots dedicated to those who had passed on. Dope Era stands for transforming "Dope Dealers into Hope Healers," and this court embodies that mission. The grand opening was a community-wide celebration, featuring a youth clinic led by NBA All-Star Tyler Herro, an exciting 3x3 men’s and women’s tournament, and hundreds of free meals provided by Hot Boys Chicken.
Ingleside Presbyterian Church
San Francisco, CA - A gym with nearly a century of history, this space is home to the lifelong work of Reverend Roland Gordon, whose hand-collaged mural spans multiple floors, telling a powerful story of African American history. Hoop Bus was proud to contribute to this legacy by refreshing the court’s equipment, rewaxing the floor, and providing brand-new shoes for every member of Coach Mike’s program.
Watts Oasis
Los Angeles, CA -
Las Pińas Court
Batangas Philippines -
Our Past Work
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The Beach Cliff Freedom Court
Oak Clff - Dallas, Texas
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The Church
Woodruff Place Baptist Church - Indianapolis, Indiana
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Dreams Court
Indianapolis, Indiana
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Hope Court
Watkins Park - Nashville Tennessee
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Nipsey Hussle
Crete Academy- Los Angeles California
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Watts Oasis
St. John’s United Methodist Church - Watts, California
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MLK "I Have a Dream"
Oxon Run Park- Washington DC
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Black Lives Matter
Highland Hills- Dallas Texas
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Galaxy Court
Moffett Elementary - Los Angeles
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Gallivan Housing Basketball Courts
Boston Massachusetts
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The Getaway
Rockford, Illinois
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Together We Can Dream
Zelma Watson George Rec Center - Cleveland Ohio
Interested in creating a court together?
Court renovations can happen on private and public properties. Please fill out the form if you have any questions or are interested in renovations.
FAQs
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A basketball court refurbishment is a capital improvement project to pour new life into an existing court. These projects involve a structural component to repair damages to the asphalt, prime the court, and upgrade equipment, and an artistic component leaving behind a painted mural and powerful art expression. Both components typically require a level of specialized expertise and equipment to be done correctly.
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Unfortunately there is no “one-size-fits-all” approach to court refurbishment and art murals. Each court is unique to it’s own situation: its size, location, state of equipment and state of its surface all vary considerably.
Costs also depend on resources available, these projects involve manual labor that frequently includes working with specialized equipment or some level of construction know-how, the art murals necessitate skilled painters. An artist that can paint a mural, or a church, school or community center that can coordinate volunteers (particularly those with needed skills) may be able to find considerable saving in labor costs.
As a rule of thumb, consider that a single court can cost between $45,000 and $75,000 for refurbishment and muraling.
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It all starts with an idea! Fill out the form above and one of our team members will get in touch with you.
Hoopbus, for now, is incredibly selective at applying direct project funding towards requested court refurbishment projects.
If no funding is available, our purpose-driven team is happy to advise how an individual or organization can fundraise, plan, and even execute a court refurbishment with or without our team. Everybody wins the more courts are invested in. For more resources, we highly recommend checking out the open source manuals for court refurbishment available on Project Backboard’s website.
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Please fill out our volunteer form under the get involved section! The more you can share about your experience (or lack thereof) the better we can offer opportunities.
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Either fill out the form above with more information about your project, or reach out to info@hoopbus.com.
“Some neighbors say the court isn’t just a mural. They call the court's message a motivator.”
"It shows that the community is trying to bring itself together for the first time in a long time"
— Demond Fernandez ABC NEWS Reporter South Dallas
