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SCORE BASKETBALL SKILLS ACADEMY

Train today.
Score tomorrow.

Structured basketball development that builds skills, basketball IQ and confidence—so athletes are better prepared when the game begins.

For 3rd–8th grade athletes

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Skills. IQ. Confidence.
Built with purpose.

Why structured training matters

Games reveal weaknesses.
Training is where you fix them.

Structured repetition and coaching help athletes bring improvement back to the game.

What we develop

Three parts of game-ready development

  • BASKETBALL SKILLS

    Shooting • Ball handling • Passing • Footwork • Finishing

  • BASKETBALL IQ

    Reads • Spacing • Decisions • Small-sided games • Game understanding

  • COMPETITION

    Pressure • Defenders • Scoring • Game situations • Transfer

The SCORE development method

Build it right. Then make it game-ready.

  1. STEP 01

    FORM

    Build the correct technique first.

  2. STEP 02

    CONTROL

    Add movement while maintaining proper mechanics.

  3. STEP 03

    IQ

    Add reads, decisions, and game understanding.

  4. STEP 04

    GAME SPEED

    Perform the skill with pace and pressure.

  5. STEP 05

    COMPETITION

    Apply the skill against defenders, score, and game situations.

Why this matters

Skills matter.
Knowing when to use them matters too.

SKILL DEVELOPMENT

BASKETBALL IQ

COMPETITION

3rd–8th grade athletes

Who the Academy is for

  • Learning basketball fundamentals
  • Building more confidence
  • Building consistency with layups and open shots
  • Developing stronger ball control
  • Improving decision-making
  • Understanding the game better
  • Preparing for school basketball
  • Adding structured development beyond games alone
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The outcome

Build the player.
Build the confidence.

  • More confident with the basketball
  • Better fundamentals
  • Better decisions
  • Stronger understanding of the game
  • More comfortable competing
  • Better prepared for what's next

How to start

Start with a free class.

Experience the SCORE Basketball Skills Academy before choosing a membership.

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Membership options are available after your free class.

Start where you are.
Build from there.

Questions from parents

Basketball Academy FAQ

What ages is the Basketball Academy for?

The SCORE Basketball Skills Academy serves 3rd–8th grade athletes.

Is the Academy only for experienced players?

No. The Academy supports athletes who are learning the game, developing fundamentals, building confidence, and preparing for more competitive basketball.

What does my athlete work on?

Athletes develop basketball skills, basketball IQ, and the ability to apply both in competitive situations.

How is the Academy different from just playing games?

Games reveal what needs improvement. The Academy provides structured training, repetition, and coaching to improve those areas before bringing them back to the game.

What is Basketball IQ training?

Basketball IQ training helps athletes read the game, understand spacing, make decisions, and recognize when to use their skills.

How do we get started?

Start with a free class and experience the SCORE Basketball Skills Academy before choosing a membership.

Ready to develop?

Games reveal weaknesses.
Training is where you fix them.

Give your athlete structured training designed to develop skills, basketball IQ and confidence.

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