This is a higher-level, advanced development program designed for young athletes who already have strong basketball fundamentals and are ready to take their skills to a competitive level. We have 3 grade groups for EPT program:
Schedule and location:
Elite Player Training for 5th/6th/7th graders:
Monday: 7-8:30pm at AYS gym
Tuesday: 7-8:30pm at AYS gym
Elite Player Training for 8th/9th/10th graders:
Friday: 7-9:00pm at AYS gym
Sunday: 4-6:00pm at AYS gym
Location:
AYS gym
8119 Exchange Dr
Austin TX 78754
Our Elite Youth Training Includes
1. Advanced Skill Development
- High-level ball handling (combo moves, change of speed, change of directions)
- Advanced finishing (floaters, euro steps, reverses, contact finishes)
- Shooting off the dribble & off screens
- Footwork and spacing mastery
2. Game IQ / Basketball Intelligence
- Reading defenses
- Understanding offensive concepts (spacing, timing, cutting, screening
- Decision-making under pressure
- Situational play (late-game reads, fast-break decisions)
3. Athletic & Physical Development
- Speed & agility training
- Strength & stability training (age-appropriate)
- Conditioning for endurance and explosiveness
4. Competition-Focused Training
- 1v1 / 2v2 / 3v3 competitive drills
- Full-court situations
- Learning how to play through contact and pressure
- Developing leadership and communication skills
Schedule and location: pending by week
5. Mental Skills
- Confidence & composure
- Mental toughness
- Work ethic & discipline
- Understanding how to train with purpose