Vision Statement
Columbus Basketball Academy is a skills based opportunity for eligible girls with structured times for specific skill sets and/or grade levels (including middle school and limited high school) with the option to form a team that would play IGHL or in summer leagues or tournaments.
By using positive and encouraging athletic participation, participants not only improve their athletic skill set, but also become balanced student-athletes in regards to their academic, social, emotional, and physical development.
Columbus Basketball Academy is NOT driven by making - or trying out for - a team. Fundamentals and skill set development are what sets us apart. During those dedicated sessions, a core group of potential players could be identified for forming a team to play in the IGHL and/or other leagues/tournaments.
Coach Nate Bean
Spring
OUTREACH Skill Sessions
Spring Skill Sessions will be scheduled at various times and in various locations to identify:
the potential that screams
the potential that whispers
the potential that needs refining
Established Academy members will have the choice to:
play selected tournaments.
join a travel AAU team.
only practice.
pursue other interests
Summer
SEPARATION Season
Using participants and other outreach resources, the list of participants are narrowed in each grade level.
The sessions become more technical including (but not limited to):
➤ proper shooting form
➤ ball handling & passing
➤ offensive concepts
➤ defensive strategies
➤ pivoting & SAQ footwork
➤ blockouts and rebounding
Fall
PREPARATION for COMPETITION
Participants from the summer session are offered an invitation for a roster spot (or continue with their previous team) for Columbus Academy. The focus for league play moves from individual skills to team concepts.
Team Offense
Pass then 1) screen away, 2) ball screen, or 3) cut.
Keep good spacing (3-out 2-in, or 4-out 1-in)
Set, use and read screens
Team Defense
Ball/Player (Man-to-Man)
On/Off the ball coverage.
Winter
November
December
January
February
OFFICIAL Basketball Season
Columbus Academy will NOT be fielding teams while our players representing their school based teams. For individual improvement, gym time can be scheduled for specific skill training throughout the season.
Opportunities for younger players NOT representing their school-based team will be available using structured skill development times (practices, intramurals, potential leagues).
