Athlete Development

At our youth basketball club, we prioritize athletic development as the foundation for long-term success. Through age-appropriate training, we focus on building speed, agility, strength, and coordination to enhance performance and reduce injury risk. Our goal is to help young athletes grow into well-rounded players—on and off the court.

Dr. Aspen Streetman

ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT

With over a decade of experience in coaching and personal training, Dr. Streetman bridges theory and practice in athlete development. She holds certifications as an NSCA-certified Personal Trainer, USA Weightlifting Level 1 Sports Performance Coach, and CrossFit Level 1 Coach.

  • Vertical Jump

    Vertical jump power is essential in basketball training because it directly enhances athletic performance on the court. It improves explosiveness for rebounding, shot-blocking, and finishing at the rim, while also building lower-body strength and coordination. Developing vertical jump power early lays a strong foundation for speed, agility, and injury prevention, giving young athletes a competitive edge as they grow.

  • Standing Broad Jump

    Standing broad jump power is important in basketball training because it develops lower-body strength, explosiveness, and balance—all key for quick starts, defensive slides, and driving to the basket. It also helps assess and improve overall athletic potential, making it a valuable tool for building dynamic movement skills early in development.

  • Lane Agility

    Lane agility is crucial in basketball training because it builds quickness, change-of-direction speed, and body control—key for staying in front of opponents, making sharp cuts, and reacting on defense. Developing lane agility early helps young athletes move more efficiently and confidently on the court.

  • Yo-Yo Endurance

    Yo-Yo endurance is important in basketball training because it develops the ability to recover quickly between high-intensity efforts, mimicking game conditions. It boosts cardiovascular fitness, stamina, and mental toughness—helping young athletes maintain energy, focus, and performance throughout all four quarters.

  • Hand Grip Strength

    Hand grip strength is important in basketball training because it enhances ball control, passing, and shooting stability. Stronger grip helps young athletes secure rebounds, protect the ball under pressure, and reduce the risk of hand and wrist injuries—key for confident, skillful play.

Athletic Development and Sport Longevity Protocol

This protocol focuses on building strong athletic foundations for young basketball players through age-appropriate strength training, movement skills, and injury prevention strategies. Emphasizing proper biomechanics, mobility, and recovery habits, it promotes long-term athlete health and performance—ensuring players not only compete at their best today but sustain their potential well into the future.

  • Warm-up

    EXECUTED AT THE BEGINING OF EVERY PRACTICE

    The warm-up phase is designed to prepare young athletes both physically and mentally for training or competition. It includes dynamic movement, mobility drills, and neuromuscular activation to enhance performance and reduce injury risk. This foundational routine builds proper movement patterns, improves coordination, and sets the stage for long-term athletic development.

  • Main Circuit

    EXECUTED EACH WEEK DURING PRACTICE

    The main circuit focuses on developing strength, speed, agility, and sport-specific movement. Through carefully structured exercises—such as bodyweight resistance, plyometrics, and lateral drills—athletes build power, coordination, and durability. Each session is designed to enhance on-court performance while promoting long-term physical resilience.

  • Cool Down/Recovery

    EXECUTED AT THE END OF EACH PRACTICE

    The cool down emphasizes active recovery, flexibility, and nervous system reset. Guided breathing, light movement, and mobility work help reduce soreness, support injury prevention, and promote faster recovery. This phase reinforces long-term athletic health and prepares the body for consistent, sustainable development.