About Us

The Gil Basketball Academy (GBA) was started in 2010 by Jose Gil, Founder and Executive Director of the Gil Basketball Academy. GBA is designed to teach athletes the proper fundamentals of basketball along with teaching them sportsmanship, team play, positive work ethics, and at the same time acquire new and lasting friendships.

The Gil Basketball Academy was formed to promote the sport of basketball in East Salinas, as well as the overall development of local student-athletes desiring to compete at the highest athletic levels of competition. GBA offers, camps, clinics, and individual sessions teaching athletes the skills and techniques of shooting, passing, dribbling, rebounding, and defense. The athletes will be coached by Jose Gil and other qualified and experienced coaches. GBA is about teaching not only basketball, but this academy will build confidence and character in all GBA members while having fun.

Here at GBA we help aspiring athletes to reach their full potential by offering a variety of services such as:

• Practice Sessions
• Clinics & Camps
• GBA League
• Private Instruction
• Group Training
• Basketball Tournaments
• Motivational Speakers
• Video Analysis
• Recruiting Services

Not only will the Academy teach you to become a better player, but we also teach youth to become better sons, daughters, students and citizens. It's not enough to be a good athlete; you must also be an outstanding person in your community. Gil Basketball Academy staffers will take time before, during and after each practice to teach and instill in our youth the principles of being quality citizens! They will all be expected to work in the community throughout the year.

Our Mission Statement

GBA’s goal is to help the youth in our community "Shoot for, and Reach their goals" by participating in an organized basketball skills academy for boys and girls ages 4 to 17. GBA offers instruction in every facet of the game of basketball from basic fundamentals, to conditioning, speed and agility training, and learning to play the game the right way with respect and honor.

Players will also get the opportunity to use what they've learned. Each year the GBA portion of AAU basketball, Bu Yah Ballers, will play in competitive amateur tournaments during the spring and summer, allowing them to face talent from all over the country, and often time getting exposure in front of college scouts. This is an extra added bonus that GBA will host. Not all GBA members will be expected to compete in the Bu Yah Ballers Program.

Finally, each May, the Gil Basketball Academy hopes to have the funding to award one of its graduating members from High School with scholarship money to help them attend the college of their choice and aid in the transition process.

ABOUT COACH GIL

My name is Jose Gil, Executive Director and Founder of the Gil Basketball Academy. It has been my dream for years to start a basketball academy that is unique. Our focus is to teach young members of our society into becoming not only good basketball players, but also great citizens in our community. We want to hook kids at a young age to commit to our academy and be life long members that will one day return to their individual communities and make a positive difference. Through basketball, we can make a difference. This is my 13th year coaching and the following season will be my 9th year coaching the Varsity team at Alisal High School, I have successfully led Alisal to 8 consecutive C.C.S. playoff appearances and have been fortunate enough to be selected as a 4 time Senior All-Star Basketball Coach. I have high profile Basketball Camp Coaching Experience; L.A. Lakers Basketball Camp, Michael Jordan Flight School Camp, Lebron James Kings Academy, and Kobe Bryant Basketball Academy. GBA will change the perception that people currently have of East Salinas and serve as a positive alternative to keep kids away from violence and gangs. My dream has finally come true through my GBA.

1997- Present	Alisal High School, Varsity Boys’ Basketball Coach. In the year 2000 I was not only the president I also spearhead the entire boys’ program. Monterey Bay League Coach of the Year. The Salinas Californian Coach of the Year. The Monterey Herald Coach of the Year. Monterey County Senior All-Star Game coach 5 times. M.B.L. League Champions 2001-2002. CCS Playoffs qualifier for 9 consecutive years and shooting for 10 this season.
2007-Present	Kobe Bryant Academy Camp. Coach at Kobe Bryant’s summer camp every summer held at LMU. I was one of his original coaches the first year the camp was offered. Fulfilled all duties to the best of my ability. Dorm supervision was our responsibility after hours for the overnight campers. I understand the importance of safety and make that my #1 priority when working the camp.
2004-Present	Michael Jordan Flight School Basketball Camp. Coach at Michael Jordan’s summer camp held in Santa Barbara, CA. The greatest basketball player EVER! Have coached at a variety of divisions while at camp. Supervised kids at night in the dorms.
2009-Present	Lebron James Kings Academy. Coached at Lebron James’ summer camp held in San Diego, CA. Coached kids from different countries and was successful in teaching and implementing fundamentals.
2001-2006	Los Angeles Lakers Summer Camp Coach. Summer 2000-2004. Original coach- 2000. Promoted to Associate Commissioner in the N.I.T. division in the summer of 2004.
1996-97	Peter Burnett Academy, 8th grade Boys Basketball Coach.
2005-Present	Volunteer Coach- City Of Salinas. Coached kinder through third grade basketball teams.
2005-2008	Athletic Director at Alisal High School. Implemented programs and directed all sports for 3 years.
Training
Spring 1999	NIKE Basketball Coaching Clinic- Las Vegas
Fall 2000	C.S.U.M.B. Big Man Camp Clinic- Coach Bill McClintock
Summer 2002	Los Angeles Lakers- Triangle Offense Clinic- Coach Tex Winters
Summer 2002	U.S.C. Tournament Training Protocol- Coach Henry Bibby
1999-2005	Coach Frank Carbajal- Private tutoring and mentorship.
Summer 2006	U.S.C. / Bob Cantu Camp- U.S.C. Assistant Coach- Bob Cantu
Summer 2006	Coaches Clinic- Pete Newell, John Wooden and Steve Lavin
Summer 2007	SJSU Coaches Clinic- Coach George Nessman
Spring 2009	NIKE Basketball Coaching Clinic- Las Vegas

ABOUT BU YAH BALLERS

Bu Yah Ballers is a portion of GBA that will be offered to the members that are serious about competing at a more intense level. Bu Yah Ballers will be unlike any traveling team experience your kids have ever seen. We believe in family oriented, organized, affordable, yet not time consuming AAU basketball for your son and daughter.

GBA plans on sending Bu Yah Ballers teams to tournaments from March through June and possibly throughout the summer. We will be considerate of the travel expenses and destinations of the tournaments. Once again, this option of GBA is not mandatory and will be offered to the GBA members who would like to compete in a more competitive setting.

The Bu Yah Ballers registration fee for the 2010 season will be announced at a later date. This an extra cost that NOT PART of the yearly GBA membership. Traveling team fee will cover the cost of gym rentals, tournament entry fees, league memberships, referees, and uniforms. The fee WILL NOT include food, travel expenses, or other miscellaneous items needed for the AAU tournaments we will attend.

GBA is very aware of financial concerns, especially with the cost of fuel, food and hotels. We want our parents to be able to take their families on our away trips, and not make it a financial burden. We will be asking for your support in trying to raise money to cover some of the costs.

PRACTICE AND TRYOUT LIMITATIONS FOR MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL PLAYERS: There are no practice or play limitations for the 9U/3rd grade through the 12U/6th grade divisions of AAU Boys' Basketball. No Club, Team or Organization participating in AAU Basketball shall hold tryouts, practice, team workouts or competition in division 13 & Under 7th grade and 14 & Under 8th grade older for middle school basketball players between November 1 and February 1 of any year. ***Further no player who is a member of a high school basketball team shall be permitted by an AAU club, team, or organization to try out, practice, or play for that organization, until such time as the school team for which the player participates has ended its playing season!

BU YAH BALLERS ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION- To be announced.

If you have a question about the Gil Basketball Academy, or one of our programs, please contact coach gil.

Registration

Gil Basketball Academy will consist of 90-minute fundamental-based practices to quickly improve your child’s skills, self-confidence, and most importantly their overall game. GBA is here to help you better play the game of basketball while having fun!

Registration dates are to be determined. Cost to join the academy is just $100.00 a year! Great price for the amount of instruction and learning that your kid will receive. Once again, our GBA goal is to recruit as many dedicated kids that want to be part of a good organization that will enhance their athletic and social lives on a year round basis. We will require our GBA gear to be worn at every practice. Reversible jerseys, shorts, t-shirts etc. will be available for members and parents to purchase at every practice.

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Lil’ Dribblers: 4-5 Years Old

Lil’ Dribblers section of GBA is designed to be an introduction to basketball. It focuses on building gross motor skills, like balance and coordination, basic movement, body control, rules, and beginning fundamental basketball skills. In addition it helps to develop listening skills and cooperation. This class is for the ultimate beginner and is set in a fun, energetic and mistake friendly environment. They will LOVE IT! As will we. Practices will include drills that focus on dribbling, footwork, pivoting and passing.

Junior Ballers: 6-7 Years Old

Junior Ballers section of GBA is designed to be fun and fast paced! A step up from Lil’ Dribblers. This division focuses on, beginning/intermediate movement with and without the basketball, body control, rules and beginning/intermediate fundamental basketball skills. In addition it helps develop listening skills and cooperation. We shall begin to incorporate basketball games and drills that they will continue to develop as they move on to the Bee Ballers level. Practices will include drills that focus on dribbling (stationary and on the move), shooting, defensive principals, footwork, pivoting, movement without the ball and passing.

Bee Ballers: 8-9 Years Old

Bee Ballers section of GBA is designed to be fun and fast paced as well! A step up from Junior Ballers. This division starts to focus on more rapid improvement. Primary focal points, beginning shooting technique, multiple hand dribbling and finishing to the hoop and intermediate fundamental basketball skills. We will incorporate competitive basketball games and drills that they will continue to develop as they move on to the Mini Hoopsters level. This division will be taught the basic principles of man to man defense. A couple of sets and motion offenses will also be implemented at the offensive end. Practices will include drills that focus on dribbling, stationary and on the move, shooting, finishing at the basket, footwork, pivoting, movement without the ball and passing and competitive game strategies that can be applied in game situations.

Mini Hoopsters: 10-12 Years Old

Mini Hoopsters section of GBA is designed to be fun and semi-intense. A step up from Bee Ballers. This division starts to focus on more rapid improvement, advanced skill work, and the increased intensity. Primary focal points: shooting on the move, multiple ball and hand dribbling, open court moves, moves out of the Triple Threat, and finishing to the hoop with either hand. Competitive drills and games will be emphasized that they will continue to develop as they move on to our High Hoops level. This section is for intermediate to semi-advanced players and is set in a fun, energetic and mistake friendly environment. This is the transition stage to high competitive situations. We will include drills that focus on dribbling with 2 balls, stationary and on the move, shooting on the move, finishing at the basket with both hands, conditioning, jab step footwork, movement without the ball and passing. This division will be taught the principles of man to man defense and will be expected to guard an opposing player individually. Offensively, motion offenses will also be taught and defensive strategies implemented.

High Hoops: 13-17 Years Old

High Hoops section of GBA is designed for those serious about the game of basketball and looking to take their game to another level. Intense, aggressive, rapid, pro-style skill work and while incorporating a fun aspect to it. Our High Hoops division will challenge the players and will touch on all aspects of the game necessary to play at the next level. GBA is offering this division for intermediate to advanced players looking for serious improvement and is geared towards developing above average high school players that can compete at their respective schools and excel. Guards and Post players will be taught advanced moves offensively and will be introduced to a variety of defensive strategies and plays that will improve their all around game. If you like competition, and are willing to put forward the work to improve at both ends of the floor, then High Hoops is for you. GBA members who have been with the academy for at least a couple of years and will graduate from high school, will be eligible for a scholarship through GBA.

Testimonials

Gil Basketball Academy's reputation is extraordinary...The secret is out! GBA has developed a reputation as being Monterey Bay’s premier youth basketball academy. It combines professional teaching, fundamentals, clean safe gyms, all in a positive atmosphere at an affordable rate. We consistently receive feedback from our event participants and parents about their positive experiences at our events and we invite you to experience our quality program first hand. Contact us now for further information about GBA!

Over the years, Jose has been an excellent coach, role model and care giver to young men through the game of basketball. His insights, experience and passion for helping people is immeasurable. I have no doubt that he will change lives as create an immediate and significant impact in the Salinas area with the implementation of the Gil Basketball Academy.

Damon L. Haley
CEO- UMCA Sports | Champions of the Urban Arena | www.umcasports.com

Coach Gil, I know that GBA will take off in the Monterey County for years to come under your leadership. As an NCAA Division 1 coach, I have witnessed many academies throughout my years of service in many states, but you have taken basketball academies to another level. GBA looks like a first class learning academy! I have personally seen you in action coaching at my camps in the summer, and have no doubt that young kids in your community will benefit from your knowledge and strengths. You will leave your legacy in the Salinas Valley for years to come, Gil Basketball Academy is exactly what the City of Salinas needs in this time of turmoil.

Bob Cantu
USC Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach

I’d like to offer the following recommendation for Jose Gil. Jose worked for me this past summer at the LeBron James Kings Academy in San Diego, California. I found Jose to be a very thoughtful and energetic worker who had a heart for the kids that went well beyond basketball. He showed a care and concern that made me feel secure with him and his mentorship of the young lives which we entrusted him. He was on time, creative in our drill sessions, and worked hard to instill basic basketball fundamentals in his team. He will have a job with the LeBron James Kings Academy as long as I’m the Director.

Dru Joyce
Director
LeBron James Kings Academy

Jose Gil is giving back to his community. He deserves any help any one can give. He has been a tireless worker in helping youth and doing what has to done to change the thinking and the fear in his community.

Frank Carbajal
Legendary Basketball Coach

Over the past fifteen years, Jose Gil as demonstrated he is an excellent teacher, coach, role model and mentor for young people in his school and community. The Gil Basketball Academy supports the current concept of the prevention field. To mobilize a network of school and community people who will identify and attempt to change the conditions that lead to violence and gang membership among youth in East Salinas neighborhoods. Jose’s experience working with youth in many school and community activities learned that families alone, the police alone, violence and gang prevention organizations alone. Nor can business groups, counselors, the media or youth themselves turn the problem around on their own. Through his involvement in the development of the Gil Basketball Academy, other school and community activities that the only way it can happen is for the whole community to do it together. The Gil Basketball Academy is one small part of the “bigger” pictures of a total prevention effort by the community. The Gil Basketball Academy understands that one of the most important factors in child development is the family. It also understands the importance of “bonding”. Bonding is conditioned by the amount of quality time spent with a child, quantity of care, the unconditioned love, challenge and support. Jose Gil’s proven leadership, integrity and commitment to youth will make a difference in reducing violence and gang activity in his community. The prevention of violence and gang activity is similar to a two-sided coin: One side = preventing problem behavior The other side = development. The two cannot be separated. The prevention coin buys a lot for its money and effort. The real payoff of the Academy is prevention! It’s benefits go far beyond just reducing the problem of violence an gang activity It helps kids to thrive……not just to survive.

Elgie Bellizio, CAA
Retired Commissioner of TCAL, MTAL and MBL
Retired founder and Director of Sunrise House

I had the pleasure of meeting Jose Gil at Camp Lakers and know him to be extremely professional and passionate about the game of basketball. I personally support and respect everything he's doing for the community of Salinas by way of his basketball academy and hope, one day soon, to speak with the community on behalf of the Los Angeles Lakers. Basketball is a beautiful game and a fun and competitive outlet for people of all ages. I sincerely hope that by way of the Gil Basketball Academy, members of the community of Salinas will support Mr. Gil and can use the game as a positive and exciting activity for all! Great job Mr. Gil and I wish the Gil Academy the best of luck and success in all of it's future endeavors!

Sincerely,
Irving Thomas
Scout-Los Angeles Lakers, Inc.

Dear Coach Gil: Coach Wooden appreciates your email and sends greetings. He is recuperating from a recent hospital stay and is feeling better each day. He hopes you will understand because of his current health situation he must politely decline your invitation. He does want to wish you good luck in your work in Salinas. It is a great opportunity for the youngsters -- and for you. Best wishes, from Coach, for this New Year in which he hopes you will strive to "Make Each Day Your Masterpiece".

Sincerely,
JOHN WOODEN (Team Wooden)

Community

Dribble Days (Taking Over OUR Community)

We are going to designate a couple of days each month to dribble through the streets in our surrounding neighborhood. Each GBA member will be asked to bring their own basketball along with one adult chaperone and together, we will dribble down the sidewalks. We will follow a safe routine and expose our academy to the entire community.

Individual Workout (1 - 4 players)

GBA's "Individual Workouts" are for those who really want to improve their basketball skills. It is an intense workout on all aspects of the game including conditioning, attitude, advanced techniques, and understanding the game within the game. We really push the athlete hard, so come ready to give 100%!

Team/Group Workout (5 - 12 players)

Team or Group Workouts focus on improving fundamentals, and the offensive and defensive skills as a team. This is great for those wanting to improve team chemistry and game strategy, and lasts up to 2 hours. Specific offenses and defenses can be taught.

Shooting / Jump Shot Clinic

This is specifically designed for Junior High School and High School players who want to improve the accuracy and consistency of their jump shot, and provide added strength to shooting motion needed to avoid "late-game" breakdowns. Player will also learn how to create shot under intense man to man defensive pressure. This is a very intense 45 minute, college-type workout.

Fees for Special Clinics or Workouts

Private lesson - Members 1-4 players	$25	1 hour session
Private lesson - Non members 1-4 players	$35	1 hour session
Group 5-9 players	$10	per player (1hour)
Teams 10-20 players	$10	per player (2 hours)
GBA Traveling clinic 20 player minimum	$175	3 hours

Sponsors

CORPORATE AND BUSINESS DONATIONS ACCEPTED

G.B.A. Founder and Executive Director, Jose Gil is on a mission to keep it affordable for participants of the Gil Basketball Academy. In order to take the academy to a level of expertise, we need the support of the community. If you know of any businesses, civic organizations or individuals that may be able to help, please call Coach Gil at 831-710-1499. Thanks for your support!

Find out below how you can be a Gil Basketball Academy sponsor!

LEVELS OF SPONSORSHIP:

Platinum Sponsor - $5,000 +

This will be an official GBA sponsor. Company logo on website banner displayed at league games, advertising, brochures, and GBA t-shirts. T-shirts will read "Gil Basketball Academy" sponsored by your company here.

Gold Sponsor - $2,500

Company logo on website, advertising of banner at GBA league games and logo on t-shirts.

Silver Sponsor - $1,000

Company logo on website and logo on t-shirts.

Bronze Sponsor- $500

Company logo on website.

GBA Scholarship Sponsor - $100

Company logo on website.

Friends of the Academy - $25 - $99

Name listed on website.

The Gil Basketball Academy appreciates any support your business or organization can provide. Our mission is to further the overall development of local student-athletes desiring to compete at the highest athletic levels. To be a competitive program, we require equipment, scholarship money, uniform purchases, equipment and need to cover operating expenses. Additionally, we may have kids who will need monetary assistance to participate in BU YAH BALLERS (traveling team).

What a perfect time to join the excitement of the Gil basketball Academy. GBA offers year-round teaching, coaching and exposure.

Please contact coach gil for more on possible sponsorship/partnership opportunities with the Gil Basketball Academy.

Contact GBA

The Gil Basketball Academy is located in Salinas, CA.
For more information contact us at:

coach@gilbasketballacademy.com

831-710-1499