Maybe God wants us to meet a few wrong people before meeting the right one. So, when we finally meet the right one, we will know how to be grateful for that gift. When the door of happiness closes, another opens. But, often times, we look so long at the one that is closed, that we don't see the door that has opened for us. The best kind of friend is the kind you can sit on the porch with, never say a word, and then walk away feeling like it was the best conversation you've ever had.

It's true - we don't know what we've got until we lose it, but it's also true that we don't know what we've been missing until it arrives. Giving someone all your love is never an assurance that they'll love you back! Don't expect love in return, just wait for it to grow in their heart and if it doesn't, be content it grew in yours. It takes only a minute to get a crush on someone, an hour to like someone, a day to love someone, but it takes a lifetime to forget someone. Don't go for looks, they can deceive. Don't go for wealth, even that fades. Find the one who makes you smile and brightens any of your dark days.

Dream what you want to dream, go where you want to go, be what you want to be, because you have only one life and one chance to do all the things you wants to do. May you have enough happiness to make you sweet, enough trials to make you strong, enough sorrow to keep you human, and enough hope to make you happy. Always put yourself in other's shoes. If you feel that it hurts you, it probably hurts them too. The happiest of people don't necessarily have the best of everything; they just make the most of anything that comes their way.

Happiness lies for those who cry those who hurt, those who have searched, and those who have tried, for only they can appreciate the importance of people who have touched their lives. Love begins with a smile, grows with a kiss, and ends with a tear. The brightest future will always be based on a forgotten past. You can't go on well in life until you let go of your past failures and heartaches. When you were born, you were crying and everyone around you was smiling. Live your life so that when you die, you're the one who is smiling and everyone around you is crying.

"Friends are God's way of taking care of

Jaguars has partners with Mabra Austin Sports they are a full service sports management and marketing firm prepared to assist you in getting a job and ready to negotiate a competitive contract on your behalf. Therefore if you are seeking a good job overseas or in the league we have the solution.

Hello Community of the Jaguars

I am a Scout for Netscouting LLC, and I would like make this annoucement that every years I get the opportunity to take a team to Italy to play in one of the biggest tournament in the overseas market which give players the opportunity to be seen by 21 different countries however next year they are having a youth tournament given the opportunity for some of our youth players girls and boys team to be expossed in the foreign market. After all this is said I would like for the Jaguars team to sponsor a boys and girls AAU team to take this trip to the country of Italy, also I will make a arrangement for any player that want to go to Italy with the team we sponsor get the opportunity to show their talent in on of the exposure camps they are having at the same time frame. Therefore Jaguars if you beleive in this vision and want o sponsors a team I want to hear from you the age are from 10-20 years of age to be able to play. Keep in mind this trip is not free, but will make it reasonable for yyou to travel. Keep in mind you must have a passport to travel.

The time frame for tournament is March 2013 , If you beleive in this vision, contact the jaguars

Malcolm Mackey is all about giving back
by Matt Nascone

Former NBA player Malcolm Mackey gathers together with some youth during a camp held by his team, the East Point Jaguars. Mackey played his college ball at Georgia Tech. (Special Photo)
slideshow Malcolm Mackey has a strong belief in doing charity work.

Mackey, a former NBA first-round pick and Georgia Tech star, said giving back to the McDonough and East Point communities is something he believes in.

“I think everyone has a duty to do some kind of charity,” Mackey said. “Everyone should take some time to help someone else in need, and not just within his or her family.”

Mackey grew up in Chattanooga, Tenn., but found a home when he received a scholarship to Georgia Tech after high school. Mackey has lived in McDonough since 1996.

“I never really left,” he said. “I may have gone off to play pro ball in the NBA and overseas, but this has always been my home.”

Mackey and his wife, Jennifer Mackey, raised their two children, Jasmine, 20, and Malik, 16, in the area and he said he does not plan on leaving any time soon.

Mackey said he annually volunteers at the Bull Martin Basketball Camp. The Bull Martin camp is more than a basketball camp. Campers learn about life lessons and Mackey said he enjoys talking with the campers every time he goes.

“We are always trying to improve ourselves as men and I am trying to share whatever knowledge I have with these kids,” Mackey said. “I am just doing God’s work.

Mackey is the general manager of the East Point Jaguars in the newly reformed American Basketball Association. The association disbanded after nine years in existence from 1967 to 1976, but is making a comeback in the 2013 season.

Mackey said he is trying to use basketball to help the surrounding area.

“My vision is to use basketball to do some community service,” Mackey said. “This is not just about what I do for the community, but what the Jaguars can do for the community.”

Mackey and the Jaguars will hold a free basic skills camp Sept. 15 at the Jefferson Gym of East Point from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The camp is for athletes ages 4 through 16.

Mackey said the Jaguars are looking for sponsors.


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The Jaguars salute the military soldiers and their families, As the owner is also a military veteran we want to give our THANKS FOR SERVING,

The Jaguars PlayerS and the Rough Ashe's Boy's visit the Hope Lodge Cancer Center in Dacatur Ga. They prepared their dinner meals and sat and talked with the cancer patients as they go through their trying time. The patients were very pleased and happy to see the Jaguars and the Rough Ash Boy's. The Rough Ash Boy's volunteer their time from their job, family to share in the moments with the cancer patients, these gentlemen are from the ST. James Masonic Lodge on Auburn Ave. Jaguars thanks the Rough Ash Boy's for help volunteer their time with the Jaguars at the American Cancer Hope Lode .

Nine Months ago our own Co-Owner was diagnois with cancer and sidelined him from all operation from basketball after two surgery and nine weeks of cancer treatment, Coach Shaw has been cured of all his cancer and will continue to resume his role as the Co-Owner of the jaguars. Thank all his supporter that support and kept him in prayer for the past nine months. Coach Shaw is now consider a cancer survivor and will start a cancer foundation within their organization, to help other cancer patients. Coach Shaw want to thank the Radiation Clinic of Georgia, for treating and caring for him throughout his nine weeks of treatments.

LET CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR COACH SHAW IN HIS RECOVERY.

As the owner of the Jaguar recover and leave the Cancer Center his players and the Rough Ash Boy's, help prepare a volunteer dinner for the patients and staff at the Hope Lodge Center in Decatur.

JAGUARS WANT TO PRAY FOR THE PATIENTS THAT ARE STILL RECOVERING FROM CANCER IN THE CENTER.

Jaguars player take a moment to visit the Cancer Center.

Carl Jacson(Forward) and Albert Kemp (Guard)Jaguars Players share moments withthte staff and patients at the Hope Lodge Cncer Center.

The Rough Ash's Boys give back to the community and volunteer their time with the Jaguars by preparing food and visiting the Hope Cancer Center.

WE SUPPORT OUR LAWYER AS HE GOES FROM COURT HOUSE TO STATE HOUSE TO REPRESENT HIS COMMUNITY TO MAKE CHANGES IN THE DISTRICT 63 LET'S Meet Ronnie.
Ronnie Mabra, Jr. has called Georgia home his entire life. Ronnie is a proud native of Fayetteville where he was a standout varsity athlete for the Fayette County High School Tigers. Despite several out-of-state opportunities Ronnie was committed to staying in Georgia and attended the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech).
Ronnie’s parents always stressed academics over sports. Ronnie eagerly took their counsel to heart. As a member of the All-ACC Academic Honor Team, Ronnie successfully balanced Georgia Tech’s rigorous academic requirements with the challenges that accompany playing four seasons as a strong safety. In 2000, Ronnie made the difficult decision to forego the NFL Scouting Combine and instead set his sights on law school. Ronnie’s teammates fondly remember him traveling to away games with a defensive playbook in one hand and a law school study guide in the other. Again, keeping his talent in state Ronnie attended the University of Georgia School of Law.
Today, Ronnie is a dedicated trial lawyer and founder of the Mabra Firm, LLC., a personal injury firm in Midtown Atlanta, which is committed to serving injured Georgians. Ronnie is an active member of the legal community. He is a member of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association and the Fayette County Bar Association. In 2011 Ronnie was selected by Georgia Super Lawyers magazine to appear on its Rising Stars list, which features outstanding young lawyers throughout the state. Ronnie and his team dedicate considerable time and resources each year to pro bono work in order to help indigent Georgians with their legal needs.
Ronnie is married to former Ms. Dawn Brawley of Queens, New York. Ronnie and Dawn met during his last year of law school. The couple courted, fell in love, and were married soon after. Dawn, a health care professional, earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Cornell University in Human Development. She also has graduate degrees from Emory University in Public Health and Georgia State University in Educational Psychology. She is currently an Informatics Reports Coordinator at Alere Healthcare.
Sticking to his deep Georgia roots, Ronnie continues to be active in his beloved community. Ronnie regularly speaks to children at local schools and to local civic organizations. He is an active member of the Fayette County Chamber of Commerce. Ronnie regularly supports Democratic lawmakers, candidates and the Democratic Party. Additionally, he is an active member of the Fayette County Democratic Committee where he hosts the Committee’s annual Christmas celebration.
Ronnie and Dawn continue to live, shop, dine and worship in Fayetteville. They feel a particular sense of conviction to support local cancer research and fundraising efforts. Like so many other Georgia families, the effect of cancer has touched the Mabra family. The couple recognizes the importance of community action in helping to eradicate this deadly disease.
Ronnie’s love for his community and the state of Georgia continues to drive him to support his community. A passionate sports fan, you can often find Ronnie cheering for the Braves, Hawks, Falcons, Yellow-Jackets, Dawgs (when they are not playing Georgia Tech) and of course his Fayette County Tigers where he is an active Booster. Ronnie has a strong sense of obligation to Georgia for the many opportunities this state has given to him.
Ronnie looks forward to a lifetime of continued service to the great state of Georgia.

The hall of Famer Walt Bellamy Visit the Jaguars Game and meet the owner

Malcom Mackey Former NBA player who Co Host Radio Show joins Jaguars Team as their consulting and team advisor as the Jaguars joins the ABA League.
Malcom brings experince and knowledge to the game of basketball to help the Jaguars organization. (read more on staff page).

THE EAST pOINT JAGUARS CONTINUE TO GIVE SUPPORT AS THEY VISIT THE HOSPICE FACILTY IN ATLANTA .

Walt Bellamy who played in the NBA with the Batimore Bullets and LA Lakers meet the owner at their December 11, game against the Georgia Lions, Walt Bellamy is a NBA Hall Of Famer. Beverly was very pleased to meet this great legend player.

Skyboxx Sport Bar and Grill the official post game celebration venue of the East Point Jaguars

Skyboxx is (formerly the old Boston)newly renovated and more excitement they now offer Live entertainment,food special,Karoke, 15 flat screens TV'S, NFL Sunday Ticket and all the Playoff. Skyboxx can host your private party small or large.

Join the Jaguars after every home game at
SKYBOXX SPORT BAR AND GRILL

Maurice (Mo) Williams former point guard leave the Jaguars team and goes to play oversea for Port Macquire, new south Wales. that in Austraila, Mo is going to be missed as he was a very excited guard to watch as he ran the basketball court. We wish him the best with his new team and season .

Our Prayers are with you .

WELCOMES THE LADY JAGUARS
SEMI-PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM
TO THE CITY OF EAST POINT
2896 East Point Street
EAST POINT, GEORGIA 30344
(404) 767-0501

Netscouting is the leading agency in placing players either overseas or in the league. They have the best scouting program and give the players all the opportunity to be drafted in the professional market. Visit their website www.netscouting.com

The Greater Atlanta Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure (“Komen”) is honored that East Point Jaguars Professional Basketball Team has chosen Komen as the beneficiary of its Charity Basketball Game to support the fight against breast cancer. We are pleased that your organization shares our commitment to the advancement of breast cancer research, education, screening and treatment, and we are proud to have the opportunity to partner with you.

Jaguars will start the 2011 season off without their Superstar Guard Shantel Ragin #32, she sign this week with a pro team in the Ukraine she will be missed with her leadership, a team player positive attitude, speed and her shooting ability. We wish her only the best and keep the faith in God's hand. We want to say thank you for being a part of our team and family

The East Point Jaguars opens their first Basketball summer camp 2011, they provide the campers an 8 week program from 8-5pm, they served them free breakfast and fully course lunch each day. The Jaguars camp start late and still to serves 50 children within the community not only did they feed thier only campers, they feed the community children who was not in their camp, the also feed the homeless children who was unable to attend camp. The camp was a lot of funny under the supervision of Coach Shaw the operation Director, Coach Candice Tillman site manager and the Lead and talented basketball instuctor Micheal Strickland. The campers hated that the camp had to end, however the eight week program taught the campers all the basic and fundmentals of basketball skills are age of campers where from 4-17 years of age, these campers not only basketball skills they also learn what teamwork, hard work, discpline and taught respect to their parents and adults, they was taught the value of education and student atheltic . Great Job Staff ( hope to see you all next year ) Hope you all support our upcoming Basketball season.

East Point Jaguars was invited to the Harper Grace hospice Center to visit and talk to the patients, Jaguars show that the ABA Cares

Malcolm Mackey and East Point Jaguars still giving back to the community as they visit Hospice Center in Atlanta


Malcolm Mackey former NBA Player, Owner and Jaguars staff visits the Harbor Grace Hospice Center in Atlanta Georgia. The Jaguars had a great time talking and vesting the patient whom some of them never get visitors. We all laugh talked prayed with them, some of these patients are on their last days and the Jaguars wanted them to be special and loved. The Jaguars left the patients with a T-shirt with their team and ABA Logo as remembrance .

Guard James Royal from the Men's professional team give back to the communnity by hosting a basketball clinic at McNair Middle School, James gave the few children that attened a fun day day of basketball basic drill and skills.

Jaguars has Partner with the National breast Cancer Fondation

We support the Atlanta Dreams Team as they are supporting us and the community, therefore they are offering half price off their season 2011 tickets. We support you Dreams purchase your Tickets from the Atlanta Dream organization

The owner of the East Point Organization was very pleased and honored to participate in Ronald McNair Honor Students of the Month Award Celebration. The owner was all smiles when she walked inside and saw all the students that were receiving awards today for their effects in their education. The criteria for the students to receive this award was challenging to some but not for the ones that made it through. The criteria included:
• The students must be enrolled 20 days,
• No conduct/bus referrals,
• Must be passing all classes and
• Must be on time for school and all classes
For all the students that was presented the awards the organization was very proud to donate the cupcakes and ice cream to the students, parents and the staff at McNair Middle School. We would like to say Congratulations to each and every student and keep up the good work.

The men and Women's Basketball Team of Eastpoint give back to the city at their annual Octoberfest at the Jefferson Recreation city of Eastpoint

The Lady Jagz do it again as they won the Pre-Opener Slam Tournament in Petersburg, Va. Let's Congratulate our East Point Jaguars Ladies.


BRING HOME THE BIG GOLD JAGUARS

Jagz center takes MVP in Virgina, Center F.Smith went on the attack early in Virginia let them know she was in their house, but making it her home as she attacked the boards, blocking shots and making the big shots. Fibe scored 54 Points, 23 rebounds and 4 steals in the two day tournament.

Congratulation to Jagz Center

We want to congratulate our own Director for being selected as a basketball Scout with NetsScouts service. He will scout basketball games, sign players, agents and teams. Coach Shaw is very knowledgeable in basketball and has a very good eye for talented players. Coach Shaw will remain active as the Director of the East Point Lady Jaguars and continue smooth operations runnig this great women's basketball program in the City of East Point, Georgia. Coach Shaw concurrently a basketball coach at Woodland Middle School, also a stellar basketball program. We wish Coach Shaw the very best in his future as a scout.

In November 2008, we began our proposal of submission to join the City of East Point, Georgia to the East Point City Council. On January 7, 2009 we submitted for a partnership with the city of East Point’s Parks and Recreation Department. The resolution was approved by the city council on January 19, 2009. Therefore, we are now operating under the auspices of the city of East Point as the community's Semi-Professional Women’s and AAU Basketball Teams.

JAGUARS WANT TO WELCOME

Angela Barret for being one of the sponsors for this year season , Angela is a real estate professional who beleive in her community, so let show MS. Barrett our support. to contact

Ms. Barrett
5415 Sugarloaf Parkway
lawrenceville, Georgia
Cell 404-713-5858

Angela Barrett
Real Estate Professional

The Lady Jaguars has agree to a term with the National Women Breast Cancer Foundation and have been given a restricted licensed to operate and display their logo in our events to help the community be aware of the Cancer foundation. Their are many women in our community that have this disease and their story has not been heard or seen, the Lady Jaguars are helping the foundation to spread the awareness of this disease. We all know someone or somebody who is suffering or has suffered from this disease. The Jaguars are showing their support and want others to show the same and help support Breast Cancer Awareness.

The East Point Lady Jaguars is very proud to be in the good company of the Attorney's At Law at The MABRA FIRM in Atlanta GA. We are proud and humble to help and support Cory J. Lynch who is running for State Senate in District #35 we wish him all the luck.

THE COURTNEY S. CROOMS FOUNDATION Helps young girls who have the passion for the game of basketball. The C.S. CROOMS FOUNDATION offers grants for young ladies aged 14-18 years old.

WE ARE ASKING ALL OUR SUPPORTERS, FRIENDS, PLAYERS AND FAMILIES TO SUPPORT THIS FOUNDATION AND HELP KEEP COURTNEY'S DREAM ALIVE.

WHILE THE LADY JAGUARS WAS HARD AT PRACTICE MARVIN WILLIAMS #24 FROM THE ATLANTA HAWKS GAVE THEM A SURPRIZED VISIT TO SEE HIS FATHER, MARVIN WIILIAMS SR. , THE COACH OF THE jAGUARS

CaptainPamela Butler #32 Guard and Jennifer King # 33 goes to Honduras, Pam after playing a good game on Sunday Night at Tuskegee hitting 22 pt, 4 rebonds and 4 assists, leave her team for Honduras with her teammate Jeffier King.Pamela is a very dedicated devoted, team player and a leader on the floor, she will be miss by her team mates and her coaches.Pamela is a player that is hard to replace with her skills. The Jaguars wish both of them well and God keep them both safe.

SJACC is a non-profit (501c3) organization located in METRO ATLANTA County, Georgia. The mission of SJACC is to prepare adolescent boys for manhood, increase scholastic achievement and reduce delinquent behavior among adolescent males ages 12-16. Dedicated to enhancing the lives of youth, SJACC will enrich the lives of up to 30 boys annually, by providing a comprehensive life skills training and mentoring program, designed to evolve into peer mentoring and leadership. By participating in this intensive year long program running concurrently with the academic school year, participants will receive the necessary skills and empowerment to make positive decisions, stay in school and to become productive members of society. These participants will have access to mentors and quality programs and services that will ultimately enhance their lives and mold their future.

SJACC programming consists of three segments, all occurring in a safe, organized and structured environment:
(1) After school program, offered twice weekly, three hours each afternoon, focusing on tutoring/homework assistance, positive messaging, constructive discipline, life skills training, job readiness skills, peer mentoring and community service.
(2) Saturday program, five hours, developing the participants into the Academy’s Cadet Rifle Drill and Ceremonies Team. This Team will provide the participants with an opportunity to develop and display precision teamwork, physical fitness, individual and group goal setting, esprit-de-corps and leadership development in a semi-military format.
(3) Summer youth employment, for eligible participants, occurring during the eight weeks of the summer school break

Principal Instructors for the after school and Saturday activities are Brian Thomas, Executive Director, SJACC and Brett Hampton, Assistant Executive Director, SJACC. Mr. Thomas is a three year veteran of the U.S. Army, with six years experience as Executive Director of New York City’s Harlem Youth Marines, Inc. (HYMC). Mr. Hampton, a Federal Police Officer for the past fifteen years, is a ten year veteran of the U.S. Army. Both are passionate advocates of positive youth development. Additional volunteer instructors, subject matter experts and mentors will participate as needed. SJACC is supported by Board Members with diversified professional backgrounds such as Assistant Police Chief, Dekalb County and President, Herzing University. SJACC is further augmented by an honorary board consisting of clergy, retired military, education and social service professionals.