We are just a group of hoopers from the South Side of San Jose, CA. Preparing ourselves for the world with every dribble.

Basketball brought us together.  We owe it to the pioneers before us.  Through trial, error and the contributions they have left us with an incredible sport.  So immersing ourselves in the culture of the game makes so much sense.  Some essentials are the knowledge, language, beliefs and customs that we must learn at the same time try to move it forward with our contribution.

+ / – is a sports statistic used to measure a player’s impact on the game.  How did the team do while that player was on the court?  We want to take it a step further and measure our plus minus off the court.  How much positivity did you put out into the community, team vs any negativity that might have helped steered your decisions?  Obviously we are really trying to stay in the positive.  If everyone of our players can say that today their pluses out numbered their minuses.  We are good.

Assist + Her + Hood is our way of showing support.  Some days we may or may not “have It”.  A huge benefit of being part of a team is that you don’t always have to “have it”.  Our teammates can pick up the slack for us.  Who knows how long it will last?  Just being around your squad, feeding off their energy can get you out of a rut.

A give and go or pass and cut in basketball is when a player passes the ball to a teammate, then cuts to the basket or gets open.  We would like our players to give back . .  give to your family, teammates and community but don’t forget to give to yourself.  When graduation is upon them and it is time to “go” they are gonna “go” and be the best version of themselves and continue to grow.  If it is within basketball or not we are here for them when they decide to come back and visit.