Team Walker was founded in 1996 by Jersey City natives Jerry and Jasper Walker. Jerry and Jasper aspired to give Jersey City children the same after school programs they enjoyed and benefited from while growing up. The Walker brothers knew these programs helped them mature academically, and also provided them with an athletic outlet for their basketball abilities.
After graduating from St. Anthony High School and helping the Friars win a mythical national championship, Jerry Walker enrolled at Seton Hall University and was instrumental in helping lead the Pirates Men’s Basketball team to three trips to the NCAA Tournament.
Jasper Walker was the all-time leader in assists for the St. Peter’s College basketball team when he finished playing, and is member of the St. Peter’s Hall of Fame.
Jerry and Jasper are thankful for the opportunities that were available to them as they grew up and are now devoting their lives to creating positive and uplifting alternatives for the youth of Jersey City.
