Venice Hoops Academy — Youth Development

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Launching May 3rd

VENICE HOOPS ACADEMY

Youth Development on the Venice Beach Courts

Every Sunday at 12:00 PM Venice Beach Basketball Courts Ages 12–15 Free to Attend

First session: Sunday, May 3, 2026 · 12:00 PM

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Skills Development

Shooting, ball handling, footwork, and game IQ. Real coaching from real players who built their game on these courts.

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Organized Runs

Structured pickup games. Learn to compete, communicate, and play as a team. All skill levels welcome — ages 12–15.

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Community

Mentorship from the OG Venice Beach basketball community. This isn't just hoops — it's culture, discipline, and belonging.

Led by Coach Thunder & the Venice Beach OGs

Venice Hoops Academy is led by Coach Thunder (Gary Rodgers) — a 35-year Venice Beach basketball veteran, respected skills coach, and mentor to the next generation. Alongside the OG Venice Beach basketball community, Coach Thunder brings decades of knowledge, discipline, and love for the game to every session.

When

Every Sunday · 12:00 PM

Where

Venice Beach Courts

First Session

Sunday, May 3, 2026

Cost

Free · Ages 12–15

Sign Up for Venice Hoops Academy

Free to join · Ages 12–15 · Every Sunday at 12 PM · Venice Beach Courts

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