In a gym in a Hamilton County high school we learned how shooting a basketball might prevent a shooting in the streets.
The program highlights how engaging young people could save lives.
But advocates say lawmakers need to do their part to change these young peoples lives, too.
Chattanooga Police say shootings involving teenagers remains an issue in the city.
Over the past year, we've covered several.
And just last night, Chattanooga Police reported 2 teenagers were hurt in a shooting off McCallie Avenue.
With summer upon us, many volunteers and groups are working to keep the casualty count low in the Scenic City.
At Brainerd High School, the basketball camp is intense, and doesn't just focus on what happens on the court.
"It has nothing to do with basketball. It has nothing to do with sports. This is just an extension of teaching life," says Lighthouse Collective Director Ladarius Price.
For director LaDarius Price, it’s about creating a space to engage young people.
"That's what that investment looks like, in an atmosphere like this is you constantly taking them pulling them to the side, redirecting them."
The camp provides a needed alternative space to change the narrative.
A needed alternative space as the city hits the 1-year anniversary of the Walnut Street shooting.
"They make me feel safe and comfortable," says Austin Primus.
The victims of the Walnut Street shooting were the same age as Austin Primus.
"It feels good to learn more about Basketball and how to live life," says Austin.
Austin and Sanai Swanson are two students Ladarius is focused on mentoring, while he handles the safe spaces.
"The number one cause of death for children, 18 and younger is firearms," says Price.
While Price is focused on those safe spaces, others are pushing elected officials for a change in policy.
A coalition of advocates, church leaders and gun violence victims called for leaders to do more to change the laws so fewer people get hurt on Gun Violence Awareness Day.
Rabbi Cragi Lewis is pushing for changes in policy, asking Governor Lee for comprehensive gun reform, like Red Flag laws and universal background checks.
"88% of Tennesseans want comprehensive background checks, yet permitless carry remains on the books,' Rabbi Lewis says.
This story will be updated.