Coaches Corner
BBA acknowledges that children acquire the art of perseverance and taste triumph when engaged in structured athletic endeavors. Due to this very premise, the Academy stands strong, founded on fundamental principles that not only ignite the desire to acquire knowledge, but also nurture an unwavering spirit to conquer trials and barriers, paving the way for one’s triumphant pursuit of success. Our participants will engage in a dynamic blend of physical prowess, unwavering perseverance, strategic thinking, and the integration of valuable teachings into their daily lives – all while honing the very core principles that drive the game. Moreover, engaging in structured sports undoubtedly reaps undeniable social, mental, and psychological advantages. Engaging in these activities offers children a golden opportunity to connect with peers, forge new friendships, and simultaneously acquire essential skills such as teamwork, all in an effort to enhance their overall abilities.
BBA recognizes that children acquire the essence of perseverance and triumph through their engagement in structured sporting activities. The foundation of the Academy rests upon an unwavering commitment to instill the love for learning, embrace the tenacity to rise above adversities, and forge ahead on the path to triumph. In our program, our participants will engage in an exciting journey of honing their skills in agility, physical stamina, mental resilience, and the art of applying game tactics both on and off the court. Moreover, they will delve deep into the core foundations of the game, mastering its essential elements with great enthusiasm.
Our utmost focus lies in nurturing the holistic growth of young minds and bodies. Our aim is to empower them with an enduring edge in life, not only in their game but also beyond it, by offering a well-rounded environment that ensures triumph in every sphere of their existence. Moreover, we firmly pledge to foster a nurturing atmosphere centered around family values, ensuring that our community members have access to employment and volunteer opportunities that not only support their own personal growth but also empower them to actively contribute to the upbringing of their children.
BBA’s basketball program focuses on position-specific instruction, a competitive schedule, year-round training and development, and frequent communication and evaluations for student-athletes and their families regarding their progress. BBA basketball looks to feature a variety of teams at various levels and age ranges to ensure each student-athlete has an enriching experience while competing against teams that will further develop their potential.
With as much of an emphasis placed on academics and college placement as on athletic development, BBA student-athletes will have access to a support team that will help shape their future and ensure that they’re pursuing their passions both on and off the court. During pre-season, student-athletes undergo an BBA-style combine testing evaluation to determine their current level as well as their strengths and areas in need of development.
BBA places a significant emphasis on strength and conditioning during this time before progressing towards game preparation and team strategies during the season. Throughout the year, coaches place an emphasis on individual skill development, small group training, and team workouts and instruction. Once the season concludes during Sept-February, student-athletes can take advantage of conditioning programs, tournaments, 1-on-1 training and innovative on-and-off court programming to further prepare for the upcoming season.
We will teach our players the importance of academics first. Good academic standings will prepare our student athletes for college and for the future. From past experience, we know that students who work hard in the classroom will also work hard on the basketball court. We will teach our players to make good decisions on the court as well as off the court. We will use the game of basketball as a teaching tool for many of life’s lessons. BBA will teach our players to play fundamentally and intelligently. We will stress with great enthusiasm the importance of playing together as a team. We will promote success through hard work, positive attitude, attention to details, and preparation. We will provide the leadership that is necessary to motivate our players to reach their maximum potential. We will expect players to play with great enthusiasm, effort, and enjoyment. Our coaches will be flexible, but firm in our beliefs. We will be very organized in our approach, and we will evaluate our caches every month. We will display a sportsmanlike attitude, and we will expect the players to do the same. We will provide positive leadership, and help players to know their roles on the team. We will emphasize preparation, and promote daily improvement. We will ask questions like….” What have we done today to make ourselves better?” In conclusion, we will teach our players to have the following priorities:
1. Family
2. Academics
3. Basketball
4. Individual Interests
We are striving to create a Basketball Family that has Togetherness, Enthusiasm, Positive Attitude, and is Mentally Tough. Brooklyn Basketball Academy, (BBA Miami), We are not only an academy; we are a community!