2022 AAU SeasonHello players and parents! I hope everyone is ready for the upcoming summer. I am excited to start the 2022 AAU summer season and continue with the momentum we have built. The SoCal Hoops coaching staff expects to to have VERY competitive teams (8U-17U), both BOYS AND GIRLS for the upcoming 2022 AAU summer season.
Unlike other AAU club teams, we are focused on SKILLS DEVELOPMENT, ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE, and MENTAL MINDSET which represent the 3 pillars of our program. In a few weeks, I expect to share some exciting news about training curriculum, training facilities, available resources, and overall programs. Over the next several months, we plan to play in several competitive league games and tournaments. Make sure to scroll down and read our BIG program udpates for 2022. To learn more about the program, please contact Coach Randy directly at 310-804-3279. Thanks, Coach Randy |
2022 Theme - "Finish What We Started"
2022 AAU Season
Scrimmages * Shootouts * Tournaments * Showcases |
BIG program updates for 2022
New Training and Performance Center (Official Grand Opening in Sept. 2022)
We are proud to announce that we have a new training facility based in Simi Valley - The Hidden Gem Sports Center. The Hidden Gem Sports Center is a high performance and specialty training facility that offers state of the art training equipment and resources. We now have access to over 3,000 square feet of indoor awesomeness, bringing you the most powerful workouts and training programs. The facility offers full olympic style weights and racks, plyometric boxes, battle ropes, suspension straps, Vertimax Raptor, kettle bells, free weights, exercise machines, treadmills, The Tank - resistance sled, pull up bars, and more. We also have access to over 4,000 square feet of outdoor space which will soon feature a multi-use court with next generation sport court flooring, 72" NBA glass basketball goals (adjustable down to 5 feet), USA volleyball style nets, bench seating, LED stadium lighting, and 20' high net enclosure. The sports center is also planning to build a 70 feet baseball cage for both baseball and softball training options. Come check out the new facility today (while it is under construction)!
Outdoor Awesomeness
Indoor Awesomeness
New Partnership with Fight ON! Mentality
Our program is based on 3-key pillars: Skills Development, Performance Training, and Mental Mindset. We have entered in a long term strategic partnership with The Fight ON! Mentality, who will serve as our mental training partner. They created an Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) based, online learning platform, while using Virtual Reality (VR) to achieve new levels of human performance with cognitive training to train the mind. At the facility, they offer 5 x dedicated Oculus VR headsets to complement their in-person and online mental training programs, improving focus, reaction time, decision making, hand-eye coordination, and field of vision. Current NBA player from the Minnesota Timberwolves, Jordan McLaughlin serves as the global ambassador of the Fight ON! Mentality. Click here to learn more about the Fight ON! Mentality curriculum and VR brain training programs.
New Virtual Reality (VR) Metaverse
The metaverse is defined as a simulated digital environment that uses Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and blockchain, along with concepts from social media, to create spaces for rich user interaction mimicking the real world. We've created our own fully immersive, engaging, and interactive metaverse for our players, parents, and coaches to interact. It's like a digital online playground where we can chat, have meetings, exercise, workout, and just hang out.
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New Bounce House Parties
Looking for a cool and fun place to host your birthday party? Use our new facility to have a party with all of your friends and family members. We've partnered with Femme Lune Designs to provide all of the party planning and delivery services, including but not limited to tables and chairs, full decorations, party themes, games and entertainment, and food and drinks. We also have the best bounce house to provide hours and hours of entertainment for the kids. We have different party packages to fit your budget and time requirements. Click here to book a day/time for your birthday.
New Girls Teams
SoCal Hoops has had several girls compete on our boys teams, but never had a dedicated girls team. We are extremely blessed to officially start our 12U girls team. We've already had several practices and they are going to be a tough group of girls with lots of skill, athleticism, strength, power, and basketball IQ. Along with other players, the girls team currently practices out of the Thousand Oaks Community Center in located at 2525 N Moorpark Rd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91360. We also provide private training for girls as young as 7 yrs old. Check out the videos below. If you know of any girls who are interested in joining our team, please refer them to Coach Randy at 310-804-3279.
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New Coaching Staff
We continue to expand our coaching staff, attracting the best coaches in the Valley to train and develop our players. Here is a brief summary of the new coaches, along with their roles and experiences:
- Coach Shawn Hackett (Head of Basketball Programs/Assistant Coach) - Coach Shawn has been a coach with SoCal Hoops since day 1. He has over 20 years of high school head coaching experience and has played at the collegiate level. He focuses on private and small group training and works with all of our teams.
- Coach Don Loperena (Head of Planning and Operations/Assistant Coach) - Coach Don is the current Associate Head Coach at John F. Kennedy High School in Granada Hills. He has over 20 years of boys high school varsity head coaching experience. His primary role at SoCal Hoops is to define, manage, and execute the near and long term game strategies for individual and team development. He also works closely with our high school level teams and coaches in local, regional, and national tournaments.
- Coach Tyler Valentine (Associate Head Coach) - Coach Tyler has been a coach with SoCal Hoops since day 1. He has both player and coaching experience at the high school level. He works with all of our teams and age groups.
- Coach Nathan Roman (Mental Strength Coach/Assistant Coach) - Coach Nathan is not only an assistant coach but also serves as our lead mental strength coach. He works with all of our players and teams.
- Coach Franz Quiambao (Assistant Coach) - Coach Franz has been a coach with SoCal Hoops for nearly 2 years now, primarily helping with the younger teams.
- Coach Brandon Montgomery (Assistant Coach) - Coach Brandon has been a coach with SoCal Hoops for nearly 2 years now, primarily helping with the younger teams.
- Coach Reid Narciso (Assistant Coach) - Coach Reid is a new coach who brings the perspective as a high school player. He currently plays on the Notre Dame high school boys varsity team. Coach Reid is a great motivator for the younger players as he shares his high school experiences with the kids.
New Team Gear
As we enter the 2022 AAU season, we are proud to offer players a new set of uniforms (boys and girls) for the season. Your entire family represents SoCal Hoops both on and off the court. Wear your gear and represent SoCal Hoops! The uniform set includes both home and away colors in 100% custom sublimation print, dry-fit material. Each player will receive 1 x (gold) home set, 1 x (black) away set, 1 x black shooting shirt, and 1 x cinch bag. We also offer fan gear, allowing our friends and family members to support our team. Let's GO!
Updated Training and Practice Schedule
Here is our current practice schedule:
Tuesdays:
Wednesdays:
Thursdays
Saturdays/Sundays (depends on game days - no practices on game days)
We charge a standard monthly rate for the program, which does not include game fees ($25/game), tourney fees ($90/tourney), and team gear ($150). If you are interested in joining our team, please attend one of the above practices or contact Coach Randy at 310-804-3279.
Tuesdays:
- 5:15-6:15pm: 8U/2nd Grade - 17U/HS @ Thousand Oaks Community Center located at 2525 N Moorpark Rd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Wednesdays:
- 6-7pm: 8U/2nd Grade - 13U/7th Grade @ Chatsworth HS located at 10027 Lurline Ave., Chatsworth, CA 91311
- 7-8pm: 14U/8th Grade - 17U/HS @ Chatsworth HS located at 10027 Lurline Ave., Chatsworth, CA 91311
Thursdays
- 7-8pm: 8U/2nd Grade - 13U/7th Grade @ The Hidden GEM Sports Center located at 5916 E. Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley, CA 93063
- 8-9pm: 14U/8th Grade - 17U/HS @The Hidden GEM Sports Center located at 5916 E. Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley, CA 93063
Saturdays/Sundays (depends on game days - no practices on game days)
- 7:30-9:00am: 14U/8th Grade - 17U/HS @ Northridge Futsal 19851 Nordhoff Pl #6611, Chatsworth, CA 91311
- 9:00-10:00am: 8U/2nd Grade - 13U/7th Grade @ Northridge Futsal 19851 Nordhoff Pl #6611, Chatsworth, CA 91311
- Note: When we play games/tourneys on the weekends, there won’t be practices.
We charge a standard monthly rate for the program, which does not include game fees ($25/game), tourney fees ($90/tourney), and team gear ($150). If you are interested in joining our team, please attend one of the above practices or contact Coach Randy at 310-804-3279.
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Why our program is different
Full Game FilmEvery game is recorded and broken down into individual player highlights. We even have a dedicated videographer to create special player highlights to send to college coaches.
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Full Game StatisticsWe track all in game statistics so players know how they are performing on the court and coaches know what areas need improvement. We track Player Efficiency Ratings (PERs).
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Certified CoachesWe have certified skills trainers, mental coaches, and performance trainers to develop the complete athlete. Our coaching staff has both playing and coaching experience at all levels.
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Strategic PartnershipsFor the 2022 AAU season, we're excited to announce some new strategic partnerships that will help our players develop and gain more exposure. We are setting our players up for success!
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Training ResourcesWe will train out of local HS and private gyms in the area and have dedicated training resources and facilities for unlimited training opportunities. We have proven training programs for our athletes.
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Pillars of our program
Skills Development
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Performance Training
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Mental Mindset
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