2025 COACH OF THE YEAR

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE INSPIRE AND LEADERSHIP AWARDS.

We’re excited to announce the launch of the first-ever NBA Basketball School Coach Awards, recognizing outstanding coaches who make a difference through youth basketball programs in their communities.

INSPIRE

This award celebrates local coaches who contribute to their communities by leading or supporting NBA Basketball School Camps and Clinics (short-term programs).
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LEADERSHIP

This award celebrates local coaches who contribute to their communities by leading or supporting NBA Basketball School Program, Competitions, or Tournaments (long-term programs).

CAMP

One (1) – seven (7) day camps that last more than 4+ hours per day.

clinic

One-day clinics that last between 1-3 hours per day.

program

Ongoing training that is offered multiple times a week in terms that span multiple months.

competition

Teams can be organized to participate in various forms of competition (e.g., in-house league, external league).

tournament

Competitions (e.g. 1v1, 2v2, 3v3, etc.) that are run in a tournament format.

Experience

Opportunity to travel for exclusive NBA-delivered experiences.

Progression through NBA basketball school levels

NBA Basketball School players progress through the curriculum through the four following levels:

Players are challenged and progress through each level by the increasing difficulty, loads, and intensity of various activities. This approach aims to continually develop players and allows for the enjoyment of mastering new skills through innovative teaching methodologies and positive reinforcement.

State-of-the-art

Curriculum

With input from NBA coaches, former NBA players, and player development experts, the NBA Basketball School curriculum, approved by the National Basketball Coaches Association, is delivered by local coaches.

The NBA Basketball School curriculum focuses on 4 core areas, all under the direction of local coaches who work directly with the NBA’s International Basketball Operations staff around the world.

On Court Training
Life Skills
Nutrition
Strength and Conditioning

Join us and learn like a pro!

NBA Basketball School is a network of pay-to-play grassroots basketball development programs around the world focusing on basketball skill development and promoting positive values of the game for players ages 6 - 18.

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