MISSION STATEMENT
Pistons Elite mission is to help the future leaders of our community become phenomenal people who achieve an abundance of success Academically, Personally, and Professionally by instilling the core values of respect, discipline, dedication, and determination through the love, the joy, and the passion for the game of basketball as our tool. Ultimately, the Mission is to make A BETTER PERSON! A BETTER PLAYER! A BETTER STUDENT! … BY GETTING BETTER EVERYDAY!
VISION STATEMENT
Pistons Elite vision is to create a culture of service and community that is attractive, enjoyable, and fosters the retention of families. Pistons Elite wants to provide a positive, safe, healthy, and organized environment for our players to develop an appreciation for self-discipline, accountability, physical conditioning, healthy life choices, responsibility, teamwork, sportsmanship, self-esteem, pride, integrity, and competition. Pistons Elite will educate and train our players to be positive contributors and leaders in our communities, to dedicate time to charity, to hold themselves to high standards, and maintain a strong academic prowess. Pistons Elite expects players to be committed to improving in all aspect of life. Pistons Elite will challenge players to use basketball as an escalator for higher aspirations to prepare for the next chapters of their lives. Pistons Elite will hold players accountable for understanding and appreciating the sacrifices of everyone, especially their parents or guardians, who have provided them this opportunity with honor and respect.
DIRECTORS' STATEMENT
I am a living testament to the positive impact a youth basketball program devoted to instilling core values of respect, discipline, dedication, and determination, while creating a culture of service and community, have on an individual succeeding in all aspects of life. This is the reason why Pistons Elite was founded. It provides an opportunity for me to connect with the youth, the future leaders of our communities, and share the love and appreciation I developed for the game of basketball, as well as all the life lessons I have been blessed to experience, and pour it all into the youth. In hopes that I can serve them in a positive and constructive way that instills hope and confidence to conquer any adversities and win in life. I want my life to serve as a reminder to them that every attribute they acquire as a member of this program is powerful when applied properly. As a young man who has endured hardship, failure, and discrimination, I also have been the beneficiary of GOD’s unyielding grace and favor to overcome and enjoy the blessings of strong faith and hard work. As a husband, son, brother, friend, scholar, engineer, and mentor I am always striving to become better and lead by example. The mindset of continuous improvement has always been a part of me, but basketball was the key to unlocking my latent potential. I have thirteen years of experience as a competitive basketball player. I have seven years of coaching experience. I have been blessed to travel all over the United States as a player and coach in youth basketball. However, I believe that at this stage of my life basketball is not the only thing I have to offer the youth. I believe my life’s experiences, my background, and my age give me an advantage in developing and guiding the youth into phenomenal people. My guarantee is that your child will receive the necessary skill development and fundamentals to excel and compete at a high level on and off the basketball court. I will always give my best to every athlete in the program. Choices seem endless for basketball programs in our community. If you do decide Pistons Elite is the choice for you; know that it will not be about me, but about what it will do for your child… CHOOSE PISTONS ELITE!!!
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Pistons Elite is built on Defense, Communication, Skill Development, Endless Effort, and Heart! Pistons Elite coaches will use a wide variety of coaching strategies and techniques to teach and develop our players competitiveness, work ethic, discipline, and respect. Pistons Elite players will be EXPECTED TO HUSTLE EVERY PLAY, PLAY TOUGH DEFENSE, and COMPETE EVERY SECOND of a practice or game. Pistons Elite is not blinded by winning because we recognize that some of the most valuable lessons are learned in losses. Pistons Elite takes pride in teaching players the fundamentals of basketball and how to play the game the right way because that is where winning programs and coaches at every level find their success.
OUR GOALS
Pistons Elite has two objectives. The first is to provide the players with everyday examples of the core values this program was built upon, and quality instructions in all aspects of life. The second goal is to prepare players who have the desire, athletic ability, and academic standing to play at the high school, collegiate, or pro level with all the necessary tools to standout and compete. Pistons Elite believes healthy competition breeds camaraderie, teamwork and accountability are vital to individual success, and mental and physical health are vital to quality of life. “Iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” Proverbs 27:17
Pistons Elite is dedicated and determined to provide all our players with opportunities to succeed. Participation with Pistons Elite is a privilege that requires a sacrificial commitment to the game, the team, and the organization. It is imperative that everyone involved understands and is willing to make this type of commitment for all our players to reach their full potential.
OUR COMMITMENT
Pistons Elite will be a four month commitment to basketball.
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The 2023 Spring/Summer season will begin in March 6th
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Tryouts will be February 21st and 23rd
PARENT COMMITMENT
Parent’s and guardian’s commitment to Pistons Elite will include, but are not limited to honoring the financial agreement or payment plan and the team commitment. Parents and guardians must make a reasonable and responsible commitment to practices, tournaments, travel, and team activities. Pistons Elite has the same expectations of all our players and coaches.