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About Us

WHAT WE DO

Since our inception in 2017, NBN Sports Academy has been instrumental in helping hundreds of student athletes learn fundamental skills not only in basketball, but also in life. We provide an excellent foundation for youth athletes to grow into strong future leaders, having learned how to be good teammates and believe in themselves.

In addition to our leagues, we offer summer camps, specialized clinics, individualized training, and many off the court Educational and Life Skills Programs.

DEDICATED TO OUR YOUTH

Nothing But Net Sports Academy (NBNSA) is a 501-C3 non-profit organization wholly dedicated to providing Delaware youth from ages 4 to 17 with supervised, fundamental learning experiences in athletics, academics and life skills. NBNSA provides financial assistance for eligible NBNSA student athletes, offering access to our programs and contributing to educational expenses including tuition for middle school to college/trade school.

  • Teach and coach skills in a variety of sports through clinics, leagues and competitions, while also facilitating character and sportsmanship development

  • Promote, encourage and improve the standard of recreational and amateur sports in Delaware

  • Foster the values of integrity, fair play, teamwork, mutual respect and the pursuit of excellence through hard work

  • Develop self-confidence, concentration, discipline and physical fitness by focusing on the positive, fun aspects of learning

  • Reward NBNSA Student Athletes who exemplify our mission by providing various levels of financial assistance within the NBNSA program and help to defray the cost of higher education

  • Impart life skills in areas of nutrition and personal finance management via academic tutoring and community service experience

OUR MISSION

INTEGRITY:
We are committed to the highest sense of integrity encompassing every aspect of our behavior as members of NBN.  We strive for high moral character, honor, respect, and honesty in all of our actions.

STRIVE FOR EXCELLENCE:
Encourage each player to always do their best as they learn to master the fundamentals. This does not just apply to athletic skills, but in all areas of life.

COMPETITIVE SPIRIT:
We use the competitive spirit and sportsmanship we develop as teammates to always work hard and do our best.  Our goal is to try hard at every level while acting and competing in a way that reflects our READS values.

"I’ve worked at NBN sports academy for a year now and the atmosphere is always fun. All of the instructors care about the development of each kid." 

—Emanual Davis, retired NBA player