Panther Hoops International Basketball Academy and Panther Hoops Basketball Society’s mission is to impact our players, families and community both on and off the basketball court through faith based programming, events and coaching. We strive to provide elite level programming and training experiences for athletes both locally and globally. Our programming will work to be unmatched in Canada, competitive with the best programs around the world, that will serve individual players, families and our community. Whether the player is ‘Grassroots’ or ‘Elite International Prep’ all players will experience an elite basketball experience through positive coaching and an encouraging team environment while they learn to Play Hard, Play Together and Play for Him.
Panther Hoops Basketball started 13 years ago with one team, that has now grown to a program that has over 100 players annually enrolled. Panther Hoops Basketball can boast having over 20 of its alumni moving on to compete competitively at the post-secondary level.
The foundation of Panther Hoops Basketball is to be a program where players can grow as individuals and athletes with well-rounded athletic instruction and guidance. Whether the player is grassroots or elite, the foundation is built on faith, hard work and teamwork. Players are getting instruction on skill development, basketball concepts, fitness, team play and game understanding.
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There must be a solid foundation on which to build any house that will stand a long period of time. Understanding that your purpose is determined and facilitated by a creator is paramount in understanding that life will have many ups and downs. Overcoming adversity first and foremost takes faith and understanding.
Doing what is right may not build your popularity, however it inspires respect, confidence and support from others around you. Being a trusted player is integral when building a team or a young person’s character.
We are all called to “put our hand to the plough” to develop the necessary skills, character and confidence to fulfil our potential. Hard work promotes surety in all that you do. You may not always get what you want, but you can be assured that there was nothing else that could’ve been done to reach your goals.
Unity is an extremely important factor in building a strong team. A team with a strong sense of unity builds feelings of community between it’s players, coaches and supporters. This bond will be able to pull a team through even the most adverse conditions.
Loyalty is a key ingredient in any organisation’s success through hardship. In today’s world loyalty, commitment and trust are difficult qualities to come across and for a program, group or team to embody these character traits will set them and the people around them up for long term success.
Be the player, parent or supporter that others want to have by their side when things are difficult. Be the person who can be counted on and called on when there is a need. Do everything in your power to assist those around you. Take responsibility for all of your difficulties, as well as your success.
Success is not measured by achievements, awards or monetary gain. It is measured by how many lives are bettered by your presence. Make it your purpose to put others before yourself. We aspire for excellence in everything we do. Failure is inevitable during the road to our ambitions, but when we focus on excellence, we glorify those who have placed us in our current position.
Elite level coaches with youth through college experience provide training for all levels and abilities.
Specialized skill development to improve every players performance and ensure their best game.
Whether a club or elite player, being a part of a Panther Hoops team brings players together.
Players have opportunities to advance their skills and play top-teams from across BC, Canada, and the US.
Our grassroots, elite travel, and prep academy players have opportunities to play year-round.
We work with each player to identify their individual strengths and improve their overall game.
We are deeply saddened with the passing of our leader, fellow coach and friend Coach Rich Goulet. Coach Goulet was an integral part of the birth, implementation and growth of Panther Hoops International Basketball Academy. Having coached with Rich Goulet on 3 BC Provincial Teams and many development groups for players in BC over the last 25 years I can honestly say that his impact on the community and game in BC and Canada will never be forgotten. He has truly left a legacy that will impact players globally. We are thankful and blessed by the fact that he was part of this program and we will do our best to continue to share his teachings and insights with all players that are blessed to be a part of this program that he helped to form.
Rich…. You will always be loved and missed here at Panther Hoops and we will forever be thankful for your contributions to this program and its players!
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