Nico Ansom, also known as Nico Naismith, is a streetball legend, basketball architect, and community activist. As the founder of the Venice Ball League and creative director of the Hoop Bus, Nico has spent 28 years using basketball as a tool for positive change in communities. With a deep passion for the game and a vision for empowerment, he has created platforms that unite diverse talents and styles of play, fostering dreams and building connections through the power of basketball.
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Ep. 06: Nick Ansom: Hoop Bus & Venice Ball League Founder - Spreading Love Through Hoops
In this episode of ”The Champion Podcast,” Brianna Salvatore Dueck and Chelsea Poppens host Nico Ansom, discussing his journey as a basketball enthusiast and community leader. Nico shares his experiences founding the Venice Ball League and the Hoop Bus, emphasizing the impact of streetball culture o...