The Mark Cuban Heroes Basketball Center—This indoor basketball court with polished wooden floors is shown. The center court features a large logo reading "Heroes" with an image of a basketball player in action. The walls and ceiling are accented with blue trim. The far wall has three basketball hoops, chairs, and a table.
The Mark Cuban Heroes Basketball Center - An indoor basketball gymnasium with polished wooden flooring. "CUBAN CENTER" is written along one side of the main court. The walls are white with blue padding along the lower section. Several basketball hoops are mounted on the walls. The ceiling has blue steel beams and overhead lights.
A spacious locker room with wooden cubicles lining the walls, each equipped with overhead compartments and drawers. The floor has a polished, dark carpet featuring a large logo at the center. The room is well-lit with fluorescent ceiling lights and natural light from frosted windows.
The Mark Cuban Heroes Basketball Center includes a weight room with various fitness equipment, including treadmills, ellipticals, weight benches, and weight machines. The room has white walls, a high ceiling with rectangular lights, and a glass partition. The floor is covered in black rubberized matting. Pillars are present in the center.
The Mark Cuban Heroes Basketball Center building entrance—This is a white building with a blue roof and modern design elements. The building has a sign that reads "Mark Cuban Heroes Basketball Center." There is a ramp leading to the entrance, which is surrounded by trees and greenery. The front area is paved with gravel, and small plants are at the building's base.
A modern fitness center lobby featuring a blue and white color scheme. To the right, there's a reception desk with a pink front and a "Heroes" logo on the wall behind it. On the left, a glass wall offers a view of the gym area equipped with various exercise machines. The floor is white with blue and black accents.
A brightly lit indoor basketball court features polished wooden floors with a large black and white logo in the center that reads "Heroes" in a stylized font. Blue padding lines the walls, and basketball hoops are installed at both court ends. Chairs are arranged along the back wall.

The Mark Cuban Heroes Basketball Center

The center is open daily to children in Dallas and aims to foster teamwork, respect, and discipline among kids through basketball.

The Mark Cuban Heroes Basketball Center is a state-of-the-art facility in Dallas that offers a unique opportunity for financially disadvantaged youngsters to participate in the Little Heroes Program. This program provides a safe, well-organized, and supportive environment for children to learn and play basketball after school and on weekends. 

The center, built on the premises of an abandoned YMCA in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas, boasts a professional-grade basketball court, locker rooms, office facilities, weight room, community room, and classrooms for tutoring. The basketball court is designed to professional standards, with high-quality flooring and top-notch equipment to ensure every child has access to the best possible resources for their training.

The center is open daily to children in Dallas and aims to foster teamwork, respect, and discipline among kids through basketball. The YOUniversity room is a unique feature of the center, where children can access online and printed information about college programs. This room is designed to inspire children to think about their future and encourage them to work hard in school to achieve their dreams.

The Mark Cuban Heroes Basketball Center is not just a place for kids to learn and play basketball but also a beacon of hope for the community. It is a place where children can develop their skills, make new friends, and build self-confidence, all while having fun.

Client
City of Dallas

Location
Dallas, TX

Services
Architecture, Interior Design

Project Details