The ‘Nuttin But Azz’ Basketball Tournament: A Community Event Gone Wrong

As a basketball enthusiast, I was excited to hear about the ‘Nuttin But Azz’ basketball tournament, scheduled to take place at West Side High School in Newark. The event, sponsored by Councilman Dupre Kelly, promised to bring together the community for a fun-filled day of basketball and entertainment. However, things took a drastic turn when a promotional video surfaced, showcasing scantily clad women dancing inside the gym.

The promotional video that sparked controversy

The video, which was not authorized by Newark Public Schools or the West Ward Councilman’s Office, raised eyebrows and sparked outrage among parents and community members. The event, initially billed as a community basketball game, was canceled shortly after the video went viral.

“The promotion video that was filmed was absolutely horrible and was not authorized by Newark Public Schools or the West Ward Councilman’s Office,” Councilman Kelly said in a statement.

As I delved deeper into the story, I couldn’t help but wonder how such a misstep could occur. Was it a lack of oversight or a deliberate attempt to sensationalize the event? Whatever the reason, it’s clear that the organizers dropped the ball on this one.

A basketball tournament that never was

The ‘Nuttin But Azz’ tournament may be canceled, but the controversy surrounding it has sparked a larger conversation about what constitutes appropriate content for community events. As a society, we need to be mindful of the messages we send and the values we promote.

“As a councilman and as a father, I would never allow this type of content to be filmed in any of our schools, and I don’t agree or promote it in any way,” Councilman Kelly added.

In the end, the ‘Nuttin But Azz’ tournament serves as a cautionary tale about the importance of responsible event planning and the need for transparency in our communities.

A community that deserves better