
Nelson Cooper
Nelson Cooper was a former gang leader of the Border Boys who turned his life around and became an advocate for peace and community healing. His legacy is honored through the Peace on Da Streets Basketball tournament, which was founded in his memory by Carlos Reid in 1995. The tournament aims to provide a positive outlet for youth, encouraging them to pursue sports and education instead of violence.
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The tournament is named in memory of Nelson Cooper, a reformed Border Boys gang leader.
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