Wizards Player Hosts Youth Basketball and Mental Health Clinic in Baltimore

Bub Carrington returns to his alma mater to help middle schoolers develop physically and mentally.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 10:11pm

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An abstract, energetic painting in neon colors depicting the motion and emotion of a youth basketball clinic, with figures and shapes dissolving into vibrant brushstrokes.A youth basketball clinic led by a professional player brings energy, mentorship, and mental health support to the next generation of Baltimore athletes.Baltimore Today

Washington Wizards player Bub Carrington, a Baltimore native, hosted a youth basketball and mental health clinic at his former high school, Saint Frances Academy, on Friday. The camp focused on developing both physical and mental skills, with a session dedicated to building mental resilience among the middle school participants.

Why it matters

This event highlights Carrington's commitment to giving back to his local community and supporting the holistic development of young athletes. By incorporating mental health education, the clinic aims to equip the next generation with the tools to succeed both on and off the court.

The details

The basketball clinic included drills and scrimmages to help the middle school participants improve their skills. In addition, the event featured a mental health and wellness session led by Carrington to help the kids build mental resilience. This is the second time this year that Carrington has returned to Baltimore to support local youth, as he previously joined volunteers to fill backpacks with personal care items for kids in foster care.

  • The clinic was held on Friday, April 17, 2026.
  • In February 2026, Carrington joined volunteers to fill backpacks for kids in foster care.

The players

Bub Carrington

A player for the Washington Wizards who is a Baltimore native and alumnus of Saint Frances Academy.

Saint Frances Academy

The high school in Baltimore where Carrington played basketball, football, and baseball.

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What they’re saying

“How I, how we do it up here, so to speak, is we take care of both us, the not just the physical side but the mental side as well, then it'll just prepare these kids all the more better for the, for the goals that they're trying to achieve later in life.”

— Bub Carrington, Washington Wizards Player

The takeaway

Carrington's commitment to supporting the holistic development of young athletes, both physically and mentally, demonstrates the important role that professional sports figures can play in uplifting their local communities and inspiring the next generation.