Former WNBA and US Olympic Basketball Player, now COACH of one of the top youth training organizations in Houston, Texas. Originally from California, attended University of Virginia (Charlottesville, VA)-- making 3 Final Four appearances; and gaining 3 Atlantic Coach Conference Titles. Played professionally overseas for 7 seasons, and 2.5 in the WNBA (America). Was coached by some of the finest people on this planet, and now apply that influence to encourage and instruct youth, ages 6-14 years old in the great game of Basketball. Has a staff of 10+ coaches in order to accomplish FUNdamental Skills practices in small group formation; and run a 3-on-3 League in both Fall and Spring. In Summer, we put on favored week-long, half-day camps- filled with energy, games, and fun Crazy Hair and Sock days. Partners with churches in West Houston, to "inspire kids to 'become the best they are capable of becoming' to the glory of God on and off the court." We Reach, Teach, Coach and Change lives of the many who attend our classes through our value-based curriculum that aims to build up kids!
Class Currently in session via ONLINE Instructional Videos. Class participants will receive a partial credit for specific class content missed during time of Quarantine.
Skills Essentials are for ALL LEVELS, beginner, intermediate and advanced, to drill and practice all fundamentals of the game. Because skills work is “essential” to being and becoming a great player, we now offer SKILLS year round. Each 90-minute workout consists of 30 minutes of ball handling and shooting, 30 minutes of individual and/or team skill sets for the “theme of the day” (eg: rebounding, defense, picks and rolls, etc), followed by at least 20 minutes of live game play. Players work together with others of similar skill level in small groups under our certified coaching staff. Our structure and curriculum is proven to help kids understand the game and to play to the best of their ability. See our Testimonials Page for what others say about SKILLS!
Our 3-on-3 League at MDPC is a round robin, half-court basketball league. We have three divisions: 3rd Grade ONLY; 4th-5th graders; and 6th-8th graders. All Divisions are Co-Ed.
All kids register online individually. If you know your “teammate requests,” simply indicate on the REGISTRATION FORM for 3rd-5th or 6th-8th. Teams can have a total of up to 4 players. Referees coach-ref each night. Kids are guaranteed a minimum of 6 half-court games nightly. No coaches provided. Kids name their own team and set their own plays. Games played in one gym, at separate baskets. Championship Day (Round Robbin, according to rank) is the last night of class for all Divisions. Medals are awarded to Gold, Silver and Bronze champions. **This league is for kids who know the basics of the game and can play comprehensive basketball.
Our Next “Get Ready “Coach/Player Clinics will be Nov. & Dec. 2020.
Coaches’ clinics are for parent/volunteer coaches who want to receive strategies to properly and effectively coach their youth basketball teams. Clinics take place in late November or early December, just prior to the start of basketball season. Come and receive instruction how to approach and successfully approach your basketball season, whether you have coached before or not. Coaches receive a handout, complete with a “tool box” of drills and appropriate goals and methods to coach their respective age groups, from Kinder-9th Grade kids. Coach Heidi also gives helpful websites where coaches can harvest plays, drills, defensive sets and other extremely helpful information.
Player Clinics are for beginner or intermediate skill-level players to “get ready” for the season. Players work on correct forms of shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, defense and “game situations” along with team concepts–a great way to transition from fall sports into basketball season!
We are happy to report that our staff coached 380 kids during Summer 2019. This Summer, we will host 4 more full weeks of fun-filled, educational, technical and VERY-physical summer camps in 2020. Details below…
Summer Camps are for boys and girls, ENTERING 1st-8th grades next Fall. Choose between 2.5 hr morning or afternoon segments; OR 6.5 hrs full-day option with “lunch bunch.” Kids are coached Basketball in a Christ-like environment by professional coaches. Kids improve by being taught precise techniques on: shooting, ball-handling, passing, footwork, defense, rebounding, character development, and other essential skills. Awards given and full-court games played DAILY! Specialized curricula offered in the afternoon sessions: Morning campers work Essential Skills; while Afternoon campers get more detailed, higher level “position” work: Specialized Shooting Camp or Counter Attack / Decision Making.
Summer Camp Dates and Details below:
Ages below reflect the school year your child will be in the Fall of 2020
Click below on times and grade levels to access Registration Links.
WEEK 1: JUNE 15-19@ Tallowood Baptist Location
this camp has been cancelled due to covid-19.
All pre-registered participants will receive a full refund from the Tallowood Registrar starting April 30, 2020. IF any status of the camp changes, you will be notified.
As of April 28, 2020, ALL remaining Summer Camps will still go on!
We will adhere to all National and Local mandates with regards to the Coronavirus.
