TRUCE Basketball Academy
Truth + Grace on and off the court
TRUCE = Truth + Grace
TRUCE Basketball Academy is a 501c3 nonprofit that focuses on developing leaders and impacting generations through the game of basketball. We provide opportunities in inner city/urban communities for girls to grow on and off the basektball court. Our three values, Family, Leadership, and Opportunities drive everything we do on and off the court.
The Numbers
TRUCE Basketball Academy is needed! Compared to boys, girls have limited sport opportunities, and high cost make youth sports “financialy prohibitive to many families”.
“Between the ages of 8 and 14, girls’ confidence levels fall by 30 percent.”
The New York Times – “The Confidence Gap for Girls: 5 Tips for Parents of Tween and Teen Girls”
“Club sports can cost anywhere from $1,000 to $10,000 a year, making them financially prohibitive to many families”
LA Times – “Kids are losing interest in organized sports. Why that matters.”
“Children aged 6-18 from low-income families are six times more likely to quit sports at the recreational, club and high school levels for financial reasons than children from higher-income families.”
Tucson Weekly – “On the rise: Expensive youth sports clubs have deepened the economic divid”
“Annually, boys get 1.13 million more sport opportunities than girls.”
Women Sports Foundation
“Annual market revenue from team registrations, travel, apparel, equipment and other expenses grew to $28 billion in 2021 from $3.5 billion in 2010.”
The New York Times – “The Income Gap Is Becoming a Physical-Activity Divide”
“59% of parents whose children play fall sports say the cost is a financial strain for their family.”
Women & Health – “Nearly 60% of families say youth sports are a ‘financial strain’– 3 ways to budget for them”
Our Mission
We partner with families to provide opportunities in inner city/urban communities for girls to grow as holistic leaders on and off the court.
Our Why
Quality, competitive basketball provides children opportunities to grow both on and off the court. At TRUCE we realize that quality and competition cost! TRUCE Basketball is for girls (and their families) that want to be a part of a high caliber girls basketball organization but may not have the resources to do so. TRUCE Basketball develops holistic leaders, on and off the court, without bringing financial stresses and worries to families. No girl, or family, should have to say no to quality, competitive basketball because of a lack of resources!
Truth + Grace On and Off the Court
At TRUCE Basketball Academy we will compete and strive for greatness, and at the same time we care more about people than wins on the court. With our culture of truth and grace we develop leaders by providing teaching and correcting in a way that empowers players. As we care and develop basketball players we do the same for the human being that will one day move on from the game.
Our Services
TRUCE Basketball Academy provides opportunities for girls to grow as holistic leaders on and off the court. We focus on developing complete basketball players while also focusing on developing holistic leaders. Please see below to learn more about the services we provide and for links to register.
Skills Clinics - Fall 2023
Skills clinics provide opportunities for girls to develop into confident basketball players by working on the fundamentals of the game in an intimate setting. Clinics are provided on a weekly and/or monthly basis.
Club Teams - Coming Soon
Club teams provide opportunities for girls, and their families, to make a long-term commitment to TRUCE. Through year-round practices, tournament play and leadership development, girls will be developed on and off the court.
Annual Camps - Coming 2024
Camps provide opportunities for girls to focus on the fundamentals of the game and enhance their holistic leadership skills while also growing in community with girls their age and coaches/trainers.
Our Reviews
“Since joining TRUCE, my daughter’s confidence has improved both on and off the court. It’s clear to see that the celebration of small successes and support given to each girl directly improves her ability to work as part of a team and builds individual confidence. I am so grateful that TRUCE exists in the Valley!” – Mother of 8th grade TRUCE girl
“Coach Gabby somehow manages to provide both top tier basketball skills training AND social and emotional development and support to the girls she trains. Coach Gabby is the coach every girl wishes she had. My girls always leave training happier and inspired.” – Mother of 3rd & 6th grade TRUCE girl
“TRUCE does an excellent job of teaching basketball fundamentals as well as investing in the overall social and emotional growth of my child.” – Father of 5th grade TRUCE girl