THE MISSION
At our academy, we believe in instilling confidence through the mantra that "Shooters Shoot," emphasizing the importance of resilience and perseverance.
From beginners taking their first shots to seasoned players refining their techniques, our goal is to transform each individual into an elite-level sniper, equipped with the precision to light up any arena.
But we're more than just a training facility; we're a community dedicated to nurturing not only great shooters but also great individuals. Our mission here is to develop confidence in youth, both on and off the court through community engagement and promoting a positive message advocating for a healthy mindset and active lifestyle.
THE VISION
Daniel “Booby” Gibson is a professional basketball player who was chosen by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2nd Rd of the 2006 Draft. He played his college basketball for the University of Texas @ Austin where he earned freshman of the year honors.
During his NBA career Gibson was known for his clutch three-point shooting ability & played a key role in the Cavs 1st ever trip to the NBA Finals his rookie season. He still holds the Rookie-Sophmore game record for 3 pointers made with 11 & is top 5 all time is Cavaliers 3pt. %.
The inception of Shooters U occurred when Daniel contemplated his role in his basketball journey and his desire to give back to the youth and foster a community that could benefit from his ability to promote a positive message advocating for a healthy mindset and active lifestyle. He envisioned leveraging basketball to engage with and empower the youth, thereby promoting both physical activity and mental well-being.
SUPPORT
Andy Garcia’s Elite Basketball Training program develops the fundamentals for young players in a personalized setting. The hour-long training sessions are dedicated to 100% skill development and cover shooting, ball handling, passing, athleticism, defense, and other important basketball skills.
Andy Garcia elite Training is a partner of the ShootersU Academy that contributes for the ball handling piece of becoming a great shooter, working alongside the organization to serve its mission and vision.
“We're more than just a training facility; we're a community dedicated to nurturing not only great shooters but also great individuals.”