LeBron James will always have a soft spot for the Cleveland Cavaliers even after leaving the team.

On Thursday afternoon, James surprised his I Promise School by donating $1 million to build a new gym. The funding was made possible by a contribution from the ʀick’s Sporting Goods Foundation.“Everyone here at the IPS school thinks it’s an unbelievable day,” James said. “We just want to say thank you to everyone here who is involved with the ʀick’s Foundation.” Such kind donations were not anticipated. It was never our objective to seek praise. Our only goal was to achieve something amazing for our kids.

James believed that all of his academic success began in the gym, and he hoped that his fellow classmates would share same sentiment.

“I want you all to know that the gym we’re building isn’t just for sports,” he said. One more safe place for our kids. One more place where administrators, staff, and teachers might interact directly with the pupils.

I find the word “sport” to be incredibly meaningful because it sums up my upbringing. I understand; education is a topic we frequently discuss and will continue to do so because it is so important for the present and the future.

“The brotherhood, sisterhood, and camaraderie that you experience while participating in sports can assist you in achieving numerous goals in life.”

It’s encouraging to see that James, despite his departure from the Cavaliers, still has a strong sense of nostalgia for his hometown, both within and outside of the basketball realm.