Hi, I'm Melanie Lockett! On November 1st, my brother Steven and I are taking on HYROX in Atlanta — a challenging fitness race that will push us to our limits. We wanted this effort to be about more than just us, so we’re raising funds for an organization that’s close to our hearts: New Heights NYC Basketball.

New Heights NYC is more than a basketball program. It’s a community that uses the game to open doors, teach life skills, and create opportunities for young people in New York City. Through mentorship, academics, and athletics, New Heights helps kids build confidence, pursue education, and dream bigger than the court.

For us, this cause is personal. Growing up, we’ve seen how sports can shape character, build resilience, and create lifelong bonds. We want to give back and help the next generation have those same opportunities — and more.

Every dollar raised will go directly to New Heights NYC to support their mission of empowering youth through basketball and education.

We’d be so grateful for your support, whether that’s a donation or simply sharing this page with your network. Together, we can help give kids in New York the tools and support they need to reach new heights.

Thank you for cheering us on — in HYROX and in making a difference!