On Thursday, October 10, Tulsa Parks, the Oklahoma City Thunder, and OG&E representatives came together to celebrate the reopening and refurbishment of the basketball court at B.C. Franklin Park.

"We are thrilled to see the B.C. Franklin Park basketball court come to life with these amazing updates," said Anna America, Chief of Culture and Recreation and Parks Director. "This refurbishment will provide a wonderful space for the community to come together and enjoy the game of basketball."

The refurbished court at B.C. Franklin Park is one of more than 30 courts across the state that has received updates such as new paint, graphics, and backboards, thanks to the collaborative efforts of the Oklahoma City Thunder and OG&E.

“We are thrilled to be back in Tulsa and to reveal a re-energized community court here at BC Franklin Park,” said Gayle Maxwell, Oklahoma City Thunder spokesperson. “As the Thunder marks the beginning of our 17th season, many of our 31 community courts, like this one, have seen up to a decade of play and have become sites for important youth programs and staples in the local neighborhood and community. With the help of our partners at OG&E, we are refurbishing and energizing our courts over the next several years so that today’s generation can experience the love of basketball and enjoy safe play.”

The event was part of the Oklahoma City Thunder and OG&E's initiative to reenergize existing Thunder basketball courts. It included a ribbon-cutting ceremony, a skills challenge with Thunder Youth Basketball coaches, and various community activities.