Our Approach
For over a decade, The BASE has used the power of sports to engage urban young people and prepare them for life success. We provide each student-athlete with an exceptional experience that fosters the development of the skills and mindsets needed to achieve their full potential. Our work is grounded in a strengths-based approach and a culture of excellence, love, and belief, creating a community in which young people thrive.
We provide urban student-athletes access to exceptional year-round athletic training, conditioning and competition in Baseball, Basketball, and Softball. Our teams compete at high levels, and have achieved tremendous success in regional and national tournaments.
Yet, we know the power and impact of sports is so much bigger than what happens on the field or court. Through sports, young people develop confidence, resilience, humility, and critical skills and mindsets grounded in practice, learning, and collaboration. This is the power of Youth Sports.
BASE programs go much further than sports, and, ultimately, our work goes much deeper than the delivery of programs. Our staff develop trusting, caring relationships that let young people know they are valued and loved. Our teams end the huddle with all hands in and the chant 1-2-3-BASE-4-5-6-FAMILY! Because that’s what The BASE approach is all about – Family.
I am with The BASE because The BASE was always there for me. They never judged me, even at my lowest point. When I was lost and struggling, they welcomed me in and saw my potential. I’ll never forget what The BASE has done for me, they literally changed my life.