Hooper's Paradise
Player Development Program
The Hoopers Paradise player development program is built for boys ages 12–17 (6th–11th grade) who want to become better, more confident basketball players. Through consistent training, competitive practices, small teams, and tournament experience, we meet players where they are and help them develop toward where they want to go.
WHO IS THIS PROGRAM BUILT FOR?
You Don’t Have to Be Elite to Start.
Built for boys ages
12–17 (6th–11th grade) who want to improve, gain confidence, learn the game, and experience competitive basketball. Some players want to make a school team. Others simply want to become better basketball players.
WHY AN 8-MONTH PROGRAM?
Development Takes Time.
Real improvement doesn't happen in a weekend or one tournament season. Eight months gives players time to learn, practice, compete, make mistakes, receive coaching, and continue improving.
WHAT ARE GROUP A & GROUP B?
Meeting Players Where They Are.
Players are grouped based on
age, experience, skill level, and developmental needs. This allows coaches to challenge players appropriately instead of expecting every player to develop at the same pace.
WHY BACK-TO-BACK PRACTICES?
Learn It. Come Back. Do It Again.
Tuesday and Wednesday practices allow players to learn something, receive corrections, return the next day, and immediately apply it again.
Repetition builds retention, confidence, and better habits.
WHY DO WE PLAY TOURNAMENTS?
Competition Is Part of Development.
Our six tournament weekends give players an opportunity to apply what they've learned against real competition. Tournaments aren't the entire program—they're an opportunity totest the development.
WHAT DOES SUCCESS LOOK LIKE?
Different Players. Different Goals. Real Progress.
Success might mean becoming more confident, improving fundamentals, competing in travel basketball, making a middle school team, preparing for JV or Varsity, earning more playing time, or simply becoming a better basketball player.
2027 TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
Our tournament schedule was intentionally selected to provide competitive experiences while being mindful of family travel costs, hotel stays, and time on the road.
MARCH 5–7 — THE WARM UP
Jacksonville, FL
Travel: Local
Hotel: No Hotel Needed
Start the season at home while players adjust to tournament competition.
MARCH 13–14 — COASTAL CLASSIC
Daytona, FL
Travel: Approximately 1.5 Hours
Hotel: Optional
Close enough for many families to travel without requiring a full hotel weekend.
APRIL 10–11 — BORDER BATTLE
Kingsland, GA
Travel: Approximately 45–60 Minutes
Hotel: No Hotel Needed
Travel tournament experience without the expense of a long-distance trip.
APRIL 23–25 — DYNASTY HOOPS
Tavares, FL
Travel: Approximately 2–2.5 Hours
Hotel: May Be Recommended
A manageable in-state trip that gives players another competitive experience.
MAY 22–23 — SOUTHEAST SHOWTIME
Rock Hill, SC
Travel: Approximately 5 Hours
Hotel: Likely
Our primary out-of-state trip and an opportunity for players to compete outside our local area.
JULY 29–AUGUST 1 — END OF SUMMER SLAM
Orlando, FL
Travel: Approximately 2–2.5 Hours
Hotel: May Be Recommended
Finish the program with a destination tournament while remaining within driving distance.
PROGRAM INVESTMENT
5 PAYMENTS OF $250
November 14 • January 14 • February 14 • April 14 • May 14
$1,250 Total Program Cost
Program fees cover training, gym time, uniform, coaching, and tournament competition.
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