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The 16th annual New York City Bombsquad Basketball Classic was held at Cherry Tree Park in East Harlem.

Teams of boys and girls ages six to 18 played all summer and competed in the final games Sunday, with trophies and awards handed out at the end.

Participants were also rewarded for their academic achievements.

"I know I can work hard and succeed in a lot of things. So I think this is a great start for me and I hope this will take me through college," said one player.

"I though it was cool because I got to meet new friends," said another.

The NYCBB was founded by Floyd "Skip" Branch in 1995 with his own money and only 15 kids.

This year, 275 inner city kids took part.

Branch says the program is about more than just sports.

"It's really about academics and it's about teaching the kids to give back to the community, to give back to each other and how to get along and interact with each other," Branch said.

Parents who watched from the sidelines say the program promotes both academic responsibility and good sportsmanship.

"It keeps them on point so I'm happy for them," said one parent.

"It reinforces good behavior and fundamental basketball skills. I think it's just a really great program," said another.

Branch says a lot of past Bomb Squad players have gone on to big basketball schools and still donate their time teaching kids the basics of the sport.

To find out more about the program, visit http://www.nycbombsquadbball.com.