LAKER Family

We were blessed to have 5 teams this summer competing: 2030 Elite & Select; 2029 Elite & Select; 2026 Elite

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Coaching Staff (Not Pictured: Coach Darrel Lyons)

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Thank You Pastor Troy for your support!

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2030 Elite - Super South Showcase Champions

The team dominated the tournament going undefeated in the National Super South Showcase in Murfreesboro, TN

2026 Elite Team and Coaching Staff (3 players not pictured)

We appreciate the excellent staff leading these young men,

2029 Select Team

Not Pictured: Christian Martin, Nicholas Violano, Korie Smith Jr.

2029 Elite Team

AAU World Championships in Orlando, Florida

HPD "Men In Blue" Mentoring Program

We are grateful for the partnership with NuGeneration and the Huntsville Police Department "Men In Blue" Mentoring Program.

2029 ALL - ALABAMA (Team O'Neal)

Great group of guys, competed in the US Games and finished in the ELITE 8...

ABOUT US

North Alabama “LAKERS” Basketball Academy is a 501 (c)3, non-profit organization. NALBA is premier Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Level 3 program which focuses on position-specific instruction, a competitive schedule, year-round training and development, and frequent communication and evaluations for student-athletes and their families. NALBA inaugural 2021-2022 season features a 10U talented team. It is our goal to ensure each student-athlete has an enriching experience while competing against teams that will further develop their potential.

With as much of an emphasis placed on academics and leadership development, our student-athletes will have access to a support team inclusive of retired teachers, advisors, and community leaders to ensure that they’re pursing their passions both on and off the court. NALBA has an extensive network which provides the student-athletes with exposure unlike anywhere else.

During pre-season, student-athletes undergo an intense, collegiate style regiment to determine their current level as well as their needs of development. NALBA places a significant emphasis on strength and conditioning during this time before progressing towards game preparation and team strategies during the season. Throughout the year, coaches place an emphasis on individual skill development, small group training, and team workouts and instruction. Once the season concludes, student-athletes can take advantage of leadership development opportunities to further prepare for the upcoming season.

BASKETBALL IQ (89%)
CONDITIONING (97%)
BALL HANDLING (85%)
REBOUNDING (82%)
PASSING (72%)
FREE THROWS (69%)
SHOOTING (58%)

Our Services

North Alabama LAKERS provide additional services for our players and families. It is our goal to develop the players into high academic scholars and productive leaders.

ACADEMICS

Academics are the #1 priority for the North Alabama "LAKERS" Basketball Academy. All players are required to submit report cards every nine weeks for staff evaluation. We provide tutorial services

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LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

NALBA incorporates Steve R. Covey's Best Selling Book "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" into our own proprietary techniques to develop leaders with better communication skills, conversational skills, accountability,

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LIFE SKILLS

All of our players will learn basic life skills which can be applied outside of the classroom. These skills will help to prepare them for leadership opportunities and networking. We

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