HHB/BBI is in need of current and/or former HHB/BBI student-athletes and/or Alumni to assist with the support of our 3rd annual basketball tournament which begins Friday, January 2, 2015.
This is a one day event which begins at 9:00am and will likely conclude at 1:00pm. Our hope is that you are able to work a minimum 2 hour shift.
Areas to Serve:
-Preparation of Event
-Concession Stand
-Referee Games
-Maintenance
-Clean-Up
-Time Clock Worker (s)
-Score Keepers
If interested in serving, please send an email to: hoophunter@hoophunter.com letting us know what hours you're able to work and we will contact you with further details.
Saturday, December 27, 2014
Hoop Hunter 3rd Annual 3 on 3 Tournament, Friday, January 2nd, 2015
4 Divisions:
5th&6th grade Girls / 5th&6th grade Boys
7th&8th grade Girls / 7th&8th grade Boys
Form your teams of 3 to 4 players and come out to the Hoop Hunter Gym for a day of competition.
Gym location: 10600 Dunham Rd. Roanoke, TX
Games will begin at 9:00am. Bracket schedule will be emailed to registered teams by Jan 1st (new date)
3 games guaranteed for each team.
All Teams must register by December Dec. 30th *Extended
Cost: $170.00 per team (due by Dec. 30th) *Extended
Medals will be awarded to the first & second place teams in each division. The third place team in each division will receive a ribbon.
Concessions will be available for purchase. Spectators are encouraged to came and cheer on their favorite teams.
To register:
Email us (hoophunter@hoophunter.com) the following information:
1.) Division you plan on entering
2.) Team name
3.) Each player's name including an email address for each player (please designate the captain for the team)
Each player's parent or guardian must fill out our registration/medical release
for your team to compete. (This is not necessary if a player is already register with Hoop Hunter basketball.)
For more details on rules go to www.hoophunter.com
5th&6th grade Girls / 5th&6th grade Boys
7th&8th grade Girls / 7th&8th grade Boys
Form your teams of 3 to 4 players and come out to the Hoop Hunter Gym for a day of competition.
Gym location: 10600 Dunham Rd. Roanoke, TX
Games will begin at 9:00am. Bracket schedule will be emailed to registered teams by Jan 1st (new date)
3 games guaranteed for each team.
All Teams must register by December Dec. 30th *Extended
Cost: $170.00 per team (due by Dec. 30th) *Extended
Medals will be awarded to the first & second place teams in each division. The third place team in each division will receive a ribbon.
Concessions will be available for purchase. Spectators are encouraged to came and cheer on their favorite teams.
To register:
Email us (hoophunter@hoophunter.com) the following information:
1.) Division you plan on entering
2.) Team name
3.) Each player's name including an email address for each player (please designate the captain for the team)
Each player's parent or guardian must fill out our registration/medical release
for your team to compete. (This is not necessary if a player is already register with Hoop Hunter basketball.)
For more details on rules go to www.hoophunter.com
New Years Eve with Deon Hunter, A (Free) Workout Sponsored by Building Believers Inc.
Deon & HHB team members will be hosting a free workout to the public New Years Eve for boys & girls
-3rd-4th Grade; 8:00am-9:00am (Co-ed)
-5th-6th Grade; 9:00am-10:30am (Co-ed)
7th-12th Grade; 10:30am-12:30pm (Co-ed)
During this open gym type setting, Deon will take players through a well-rounded motivating group workout that is sure to encourage each player to give to give their best and never give up.
Benefits:
-Motivating
-Encouraging
-Refocus
-Self-Confidence Building
-Inspiring & Uplifting
To register, email us at hoophunter@hoophunter.com letting us know that you’ll be in attendance. If you are bringing someone who’s new to hoop hunter for the first time, they will need to go online to (www.hoophunter.com) and fill out a registration form & medical release form and bring it with them prior to participating in this event.
*Players need to bring a basketball. Please note that there will be no physical contact of any sorts in any of the drills and exercises during this entire event.
-3rd-4th Grade; 8:00am-9:00am (Co-ed)
-5th-6th Grade; 9:00am-10:30am (Co-ed)
7th-12th Grade; 10:30am-12:30pm (Co-ed)
During this open gym type setting, Deon will take players through a well-rounded motivating group workout that is sure to encourage each player to give to give their best and never give up.
Benefits:
-Motivating
-Encouraging
-Refocus
-Self-Confidence Building
-Inspiring & Uplifting
To register, email us at hoophunter@hoophunter.com letting us know that you’ll be in attendance. If you are bringing someone who’s new to hoop hunter for the first time, they will need to go online to (www.hoophunter.com) and fill out a registration form & medical release form and bring it with them prior to participating in this event.
*Players need to bring a basketball. Please note that there will be no physical contact of any sorts in any of the drills and exercises during this entire event.
2015 HHB & BBI Has Lots of Wonderful Blessings Coming Your Way
Proverbs 3:5 say's, "Trust in the lord with all your heart, mind and soul and lean not unto your own understanding and in all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your paths straight."
And with that said, I want to personally thank each of you for (23 years) helping to pioneer such wonderful, spirit filled Christian youth sports organizations.
And because of your loyalty, commitment and God's faithfulness, He's inspired me to do some wonderful things (through faith) to bless children, youth, families and communities.
God has placed it on my heart to make basketball training and opportunities for kids (in all areas) more affordable (for everyone) as well as, He's placed it on my heart to go out into the world and adopt communities with children, who have greater needs than the norm and build hope, dreams, mentorship and spread the Gospel.
Therefore, beginning in 2015, you can expect to see several changes that I hope will bless you and your family and thousands of those who are considered the least of them.
Please pray with me as I take on this faithful challenge to continue to impact the world through the wonderful game of basketball, which, if taught well, can teach life skills and have a positive impact on children, families and communities throughout the world.
If you're in a position to volunteer, give or if you work for a company and have the means to sow into our Building Believers (not-for profit) organization, we would love to have you partner with our mission.
To donate to BBI go to; www.buildingbelievers.org, together, we can impact the world.
Respectfully,
Deon Hunter
And with that said, I want to personally thank each of you for (23 years) helping to pioneer such wonderful, spirit filled Christian youth sports organizations.
And because of your loyalty, commitment and God's faithfulness, He's inspired me to do some wonderful things (through faith) to bless children, youth, families and communities.
God has placed it on my heart to make basketball training and opportunities for kids (in all areas) more affordable (for everyone) as well as, He's placed it on my heart to go out into the world and adopt communities with children, who have greater needs than the norm and build hope, dreams, mentorship and spread the Gospel.
Therefore, beginning in 2015, you can expect to see several changes that I hope will bless you and your family and thousands of those who are considered the least of them.
Please pray with me as I take on this faithful challenge to continue to impact the world through the wonderful game of basketball, which, if taught well, can teach life skills and have a positive impact on children, families and communities throughout the world.
If you're in a position to volunteer, give or if you work for a company and have the means to sow into our Building Believers (not-for profit) organization, we would love to have you partner with our mission.
To donate to BBI go to; www.buildingbelievers.org, together, we can impact the world.
Respectfully,
Deon Hunter
Friday, December 26, 2014
Things I treasure the most
1. My personal & intimate relationship with Jesus Christ.
2. Praying & believing in the word of God.
3. My favorite bible verse, Proverbs 3:5.
4. My family & family of believers.
5. The duty and purpose in which I've been called to serve ( out of obedience).
6. My close, loyal & trustworthy friends.
7. Helping those who are in need.
8. My trials, tribulations & mistakes that led me to want to live a Christ-centered life.
9. Wisdom that I received from my grand mother, mother & father.
10. HHB/BBI Youth Sports Org & everyone who has ever been a part of our mission.
4. My family & family of believers.
5. The duty and purpose in which I've been called to serve ( out of obedience).
6. My close, loyal & trustworthy friends.
7. Helping those who are in need.
8. My trials, tribulations & mistakes that led me to want to live a Christ-centered life.
9. Wisdom that I received from my grand mother, mother & father.
10. HHB/BBI Youth Sports Org & everyone who has ever been a part of our mission.
Bonus:
~Motivating & inspiring others to believe in themselves.
~Motivating & inspiring others to believe in themselves.
Tuesday, December 23, 2014
Christmas Eve (Free) Workout with Deon Hunter
Sponsored by
Building Believers Inc.
10:00am-12:00pm
Deon will be hosting a free workout to the
public tomorrow for boys & girls grades 6th-12th.
During this open gym type setting, Deon will
take players through a well-rounded motivation group workout that is sure to
encourage each player to give their best and never give up.
Benefits:
-Motivating
-Encouraging
-Refocus
-Self-Confidence Building Believers Inc.
-A Great 2 Hour Workout
To register, email us at hoophunter@hoophunter.com letting
us know that you’ll be in attendance. If you are brining someone who’s new to
hoop hunter for the first time, they will need to go online to (www.hoophunter.com) and fill out a
registration form and medical release form and bring it with them prior to
participating in this event.
* Players need to bring a basketball. Please
note that there will be no physical contact of any sorts in any of the drills
and exercises during this entire event.
Monday, December 22, 2014
"The Mental Game" Is Most Important
One of the most important but forgotten elements of the game that impacts how a talented, gifted, skilled, smart & athletic player fails to overcome throughout the season is the "Mental" part of the game.
Although young talented players are capable of having success, too often because of a weak "Mental" thought process, they are limited in their ability to overcome obstacles necessary to having sustained success.
"The Mental Game," like other important elements, must be taught, developed and nurtured. In many cases, the lack of having a strong Mental game is the life & death of successful performances.
There's a price you have to pay to be successful. Making one shot during a game has nothing to do with it! It's how to handle and deal with obstacles and hurdles.
Although young talented players are capable of having success, too often because of a weak "Mental" thought process, they are limited in their ability to overcome obstacles necessary to having sustained success.
"The Mental Game," like other important elements, must be taught, developed and nurtured. In many cases, the lack of having a strong Mental game is the life & death of successful performances.
There's a price you have to pay to be successful. Making one shot during a game has nothing to do with it! It's how to handle and deal with obstacles and hurdles.
Friday, December 19, 2014
Parents & Fans, Season Your Temper During Basketball Games, Don't Be An Embarrassment!
To all high school parents & fans:
In the next couple of weeks your favorite teams and player (s) will play lots of basketball during high school tournaments. And throughout the course of each game, things are not going to always go the way that you would like for them too. And as you already know, it's very easy to get emotionally involved in the play of your child, other peoples children as well as the play of the team.
May I offer a little advice?
Whatsoever you personally decide to do during the course of your frustration while watching a game, remember that your actions, be it good or bad, will be highly scrutinized by your peer group, administrators, other high school coaches, college coaches, your kids peer group and the public.
And also remember that as you walk up to others during or after games, that it's not a healthy idea to bash the team, the coaches and other players who you're not happy with behind their backs simply because your view of how things are going don't line up with reality. Not everyone on the face of earth agrees with you.
"As for me, if you see me at a game and we speak, keep it positive and I'll listen, go negative and watch me go the other way."
That's my 2 cents for today.
Good Luck!
In the next couple of weeks your favorite teams and player (s) will play lots of basketball during high school tournaments. And throughout the course of each game, things are not going to always go the way that you would like for them too. And as you already know, it's very easy to get emotionally involved in the play of your child, other peoples children as well as the play of the team.
May I offer a little advice?
Whatsoever you personally decide to do during the course of your frustration while watching a game, remember that your actions, be it good or bad, will be highly scrutinized by your peer group, administrators, other high school coaches, college coaches, your kids peer group and the public.
And also remember that as you walk up to others during or after games, that it's not a healthy idea to bash the team, the coaches and other players who you're not happy with behind their backs simply because your view of how things are going don't line up with reality. Not everyone on the face of earth agrees with you.
"As for me, if you see me at a game and we speak, keep it positive and I'll listen, go negative and watch me go the other way."
That's my 2 cents for today.
Good Luck!
Thursday, December 18, 2014
During The Holidays, Don't Worry Be Happy!
Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. 7 Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4: 6-7
Philippians 4: 6-7
This Holiday Season 3 Nice Spices To Share with Others: Encouragement, Hope & God's Faithfulness
This holiday season remember to be an encouragement to others by bringing them hope and sharing God's faithfulness. For He promises to be with us throughout all of our day to day endeavors.
Therefore, lets continue to put our full and faithful trust in Him. And all it takes is a simple moment of reflection for all of us to realize that He's brought us from a mighty long way. So, hold on, don't quit, because He's with you.
Happy Holidays!
Therefore, lets continue to put our full and faithful trust in Him. And all it takes is a simple moment of reflection for all of us to realize that He's brought us from a mighty long way. So, hold on, don't quit, because He's with you.
Happy Holidays!
Wednesday, December 17, 2014
Coach vs Player
It Takes A Collaborative Working Effort:
It takes a collaborative working effort on behalf of the coach as well as the player before either can begin moving forward towards a meaningful and successful coach vs player relationship.
The player & coach must respect each other; and the coach should never exasperate the player.
I believe that before a player can get what they hope to gain from a coach, they must first respect and respond to the coaches authority, especially when asked to play a specific role.
However, I also believe that coaches bare the responsibility to help each player improve in areas of need, build confidence, be honest and look out for the players best life long interest (educationally, morally & athletically) without prejudice.
It takes a collaborative working effort on behalf of the coach as well as the player before either can begin moving forward towards a meaningful and successful coach vs player relationship.
The player & coach must respect each other; and the coach should never exasperate the player.
I believe that before a player can get what they hope to gain from a coach, they must first respect and respond to the coaches authority, especially when asked to play a specific role.
However, I also believe that coaches bare the responsibility to help each player improve in areas of need, build confidence, be honest and look out for the players best life long interest (educationally, morally & athletically) without prejudice.
Why A Growing Number of Player Can't Perform 4 Their High School Coaches?
One of the things that I continue to recognize about young talented high school players is the fact that most have this idea that they can only perform on the court when they're being coached by their AAU or club team coaches (during the summer).
Perhaps this is true for them but the reality is this, if you can produce for your AAU & club team coaches and not your high school coaches (given you're getting a chance to play) this can have a negative impact on your team, career and ultimately colleges recruiting you.
As life goes on, what will you tell your employer?
To me, if you've been given a fair chance to prove yourself, you should be able to produce for your coaches and team. If a fair chance to prove yourself hasn't been given, I fully understand.
But regardless, keep working, you never know when your # will be called. The question is, when your # is called, will you be ready?
Perhaps this is true for them but the reality is this, if you can produce for your AAU & club team coaches and not your high school coaches (given you're getting a chance to play) this can have a negative impact on your team, career and ultimately colleges recruiting you.
As life goes on, what will you tell your employer?
To me, if you've been given a fair chance to prove yourself, you should be able to produce for your coaches and team. If a fair chance to prove yourself hasn't been given, I fully understand.
But regardless, keep working, you never know when your # will be called. The question is, when your # is called, will you be ready?
Shooting without the Dribble
"One of the most important things that a player must be able to do to play on the offensive end of the court is to be able to shoot the basketball without putting it on the floor."
Steps to practice to help you accomplish this:
#1 Back spin the ball to yourself to simulate receiving a pass.
#2 Catch the ball firmly.
#3 Pivot and square up to the basket.
#4 Feet apart, rear-end down, head up.
#5 Shoot quickly, concentrate on good form.
#6 Be sure to cover all areas of the floor that are game shots for your position.
*Do this over and over and over and over and over until you get the muscle memory down.
Steps to practice to help you accomplish this:
#1 Back spin the ball to yourself to simulate receiving a pass.
#2 Catch the ball firmly.
#3 Pivot and square up to the basket.
#4 Feet apart, rear-end down, head up.
#5 Shoot quickly, concentrate on good form.
#6 Be sure to cover all areas of the floor that are game shots for your position.
*Do this over and over and over and over and over until you get the muscle memory down.
Recommended Individual Basketball Workout
Shooting without the dribble (make 20 to 25 shots/ 2 to 3 minutes)
Free Throws (make 10)
Shooting off the dribble (make 20 to 25 shots)
Free Throws (make 10)
Banks Shots (make 20 to 25 shots)
Free Throws (make 10)
Two Ball Dribbling (1 to 2 minutes)
Dribble with Controlled Speed (free throw & back, half court & back, free throw & back & baseline & back)
Free Throws (make 10)
Creative Shooting (make 20 to 25 shots)
Free Throws (make 10)
Move without the Ball Catch & Shoot ( 2 to 3 minutes game speed)
Free Throws (make 10)
Dummy Defensive Full Court Shell Drill ( 2 minutes)
Free Throws (make 10)
Some of the material was recommended by Steve Alford
Free Throws (make 10)
Shooting off the dribble (make 20 to 25 shots)
Free Throws (make 10)
Banks Shots (make 20 to 25 shots)
Free Throws (make 10)
Two Ball Dribbling (1 to 2 minutes)
Dribble with Controlled Speed (free throw & back, half court & back, free throw & back & baseline & back)
Free Throws (make 10)
Creative Shooting (make 20 to 25 shots)
Free Throws (make 10)
Move without the Ball Catch & Shoot ( 2 to 3 minutes game speed)
Free Throws (make 10)
Dummy Defensive Full Court Shell Drill ( 2 minutes)
Free Throws (make 10)
Some of the material was recommended by Steve Alford
Tuesday, December 16, 2014
To Whom We Belong
The life that we live is not ours. We belong to the creator, God Almighty.
Therefore we should make ourselves available to him 24/7. He made us for His pleasure. Everything else is meaningless.
Plant A Good Seed
This holiday season, take a moment wherever you go to plant a good seed in the hearts of others.
Holiday Good Seed Ideas:
1. Remain positive when having a conversation with others.
2. Show kindness to others.
3. Smile everywhere you go on purpose.
4. Stir those who like to gossip in a different direction.
5. Find something nice to say about everyone.
1. Remain positive when having a conversation with others.
2. Show kindness to others.
3. Smile everywhere you go on purpose.
4. Stir those who like to gossip in a different direction.
5. Find something nice to say about everyone.
*Exhaust yourself in loving others!
But I Will:
But I will stand, trust & depend on your holy word to get me through all of life's trials & tribulations; although it's not the most popular thing to do.
Because I truly believe!
Friday, December 12, 2014
Hold On, Don't Quit!
When you've done all that you know to do meanwhile trusting God and being as obedient as you can, remember that God's grace is upon you and will make up the difference.
Don't quit and never give up because all of those unwanted trials you are experiencing is developing you for something greater.
"Learn to trust God through your storms and draw nearer to Him, it's only a test"
Don't quit and never give up because all of those unwanted trials you are experiencing is developing you for something greater.
"Learn to trust God through your storms and draw nearer to Him, it's only a test"
Thursday, December 11, 2014
5 important things in my life
1. Trusting In the Lord for everything
2. Sharing the Gospel of Christ with others
3. Loving my family & family of believers
4. Teaching, motivating & inspiring others to believe in themselves
5. Praying & being an encouragement to others
*No shame in my game as an athlete and/or a Christ centered family man.
This Christmas Holiday Season
This Christmas Holiday Season, I have decided to make myself available to children of all age groups, therefore I will be conducting the majority of camps and clinics with the hopes of giving back and sharing the wonderful gifts that God has bestowed upon me.
This holiday season I would like to see as many of you as I can. If you have children who needs to be introduced to the game, I want them too.
Bring your friends, neighbors, teammates and anyone who enjoys the game of basketball.
Your success in life (on & off the court) means the world to me.
Check out our many holiday basketball events at: www.hoophunter.com
Top Spiritual Gifts To Share with Others During Christmas
1. Time (visit & spend time with family & those who are lonely)
2. Laughter (tell jokes, look at old pictures but laugh)
3. Listening Ear
4. Singing & Playing Music
5. Patience (make a decision to be more tolerant with others)
6. Encourage Others
7. Helper (be a handy man to someone in need)
8. Give (donate to worthy causes)
9. Kindness (be kind to others even if they don't deserve it)
10. Positive Energy (erase negative energy by keeping conversations positive)
2. Laughter (tell jokes, look at old pictures but laugh)
3. Listening Ear
4. Singing & Playing Music
5. Patience (make a decision to be more tolerant with others)
6. Encourage Others
7. Helper (be a handy man to someone in need)
8. Give (donate to worthy causes)
9. Kindness (be kind to others even if they don't deserve it)
10. Positive Energy (erase negative energy by keeping conversations positive)
*Bonus: If you're a great cook, think about making a dish or two or pastries to share with your neighbors.
The Mirror, A Mere Reflection
Looking in the mirror only gives us a reflection, image and/or picture of what we look like on the outside.
Never use it to measure what's on the inside.
The beauty of what's on the inside of us should be measured by what's on the inside of our heart, mind and soul.
Jesus Christ
Never use it to measure what's on the inside.
The beauty of what's on the inside of us should be measured by what's on the inside of our heart, mind and soul.
Jesus Christ
The Enemy Is After Our Expectations
The devil wants us to accept a wedding without wine, a life without joy, a house without a home and a marriage without love.
The devil is a liar, don't let him steal our expectations.
Pastor T.D. Jakes
Christmas Break Holiday Events
Hoop Hunter BB will be hosting an array of special holiday fun and exciting basketball events & activities throughout the Christmas break (special discounts). Make plans to join us for this joyous holiday season.
1. Small Group Clinics
2. Mini-Camps
3. Hot Shot Competition
4. Quick Series
5. 3 on 3 Tournament
6. Open Gym
7. Private & Group Training
2. Mini-Camps
3. Hot Shot Competition
4. Quick Series
5. 3 on 3 Tournament
6. Open Gym
7. Private & Group Training
Register online at www.hoophunter.com
Thursday, December 4, 2014
Basketball Advice
A former college MVP once said that, "during the season, the best never rest."
If you want to maximize your full potential, you must continue to invest in yourself. Remember, at the end of every game the coaches look at stats & film, and neither lie.
Although basketball is a team game, it's made up of individual performances. And in many cases when your performance isn't good enough, you have to sit the bench.
Do what you have to do to keep your game sharp or else the bench awaits!
If you want to maximize your full potential, you must continue to invest in yourself. Remember, at the end of every game the coaches look at stats & film, and neither lie.
Although basketball is a team game, it's made up of individual performances. And in many cases when your performance isn't good enough, you have to sit the bench.
Do what you have to do to keep your game sharp or else the bench awaits!
Q: What to do when you're having coach-player problems?
A: Pray about it but respect the authority of the coach.
B. Rise above it to the best of your ability.
C. Raise your production on the court.
*Also know that sometimes in life, the only person you can change is yourself and how you deal with things you can't control.
B. Rise above it to the best of your ability.
C. Raise your production on the court.
*Also know that sometimes in life, the only person you can change is yourself and how you deal with things you can't control.
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