Welcome to HoopEssence Academy
At HoopEssence Academy, we are dedicated to fostering a nurturing space for youth, where mentoring, tutoring, and basketball training converge to empower the next generation of leaders.
Kiara Eubanks, a distinguished collegiate basketball player, graduated from Wilmington University in 2022 with a Bachelor's degree in Health Sciences. A year later, she completed her Master's in Business Administration with a concentration in Leadership from Post University. Post-collegiate basketball, Eubanks is currently dedicating her time to coaching collegiate women's basketball, with a mission to continuously push players to excel both on and off the court.
Eubanks also aspires to give back to the youth through the sport that played a pivotal role in her life. Her basketball journey began in PG County, Maryland, at the age of eight. One day, she peeked through the gym window at her private school and saw an after-school basketball program. Despite wearing her uniform dress and dress shoes, she joined in, and from that moment, her love for basketball was ignited.
Just as mentors guided her through her basketball journey, Eubanks aims to do the same for young women and children. She wants to be a driving force in their lives, just as others were for her. Basketball has always been her haven, offering solace during times of sadness, anger, and confusion. It kept her out of trouble and motivated her to excel academically and athletically.
Now, Eubanks is focused on giving back to the sport that has been so instrumental in her life. She is committed to being a guiding force for young women and children, helping them discover the same sense of purpose and passion that basketball provided for her.
Founder of HoopEssence Academy
Empowering youth through Basketball lessons
HOOP ESSENCE BASKETBALL TRAINING
Beginner
Beginner training at HoopEssence Academy teaches basketball fundamentals: dribbling, shooting, passing, and footwork. Players learn ball handling and shooting techniques, along with conditioning exercises to improve fitness. The aim is to establish a solid foundation in basketball and foster a love for the game in a supportive environment.Intermediate
Intermediate training at HoopEssence enhances fundamentals by focusing on advanced offensive skills and strategies. Players refine shooting techniques, improve ball-handling under pressure, and develop stronger footwork and agility. Training includes complex moves, shooting off the dribble, and finishing at the rim. Emphasis on game-like situations enhances decision-making, shot selection, and offensive tactics, preparing players for higher competition levels.Advanced
HoopEssence's advanced training elevates experienced players' game through complex skills like advanced dribbling, perimeter shooting, and pressure scoring. Participants enhance their basketball IQ, learn to read defenses, and apply advanced strategies in a competitive, high-intensity environment.Individual
HoopEssence's individual training provides tailored one-on-one sessions that focus on a player's specific needs and skills. Concentrating on areas like shooting, ball-handling, and footwork to help players rapidly progress by addressing their unique strengths and weaknesses.Contact us.
Join us at HoopEssence, where the game of basketball is more than a sport—it's a pathway to excellence and a brighter future.