athlete Spotlight – Coach Audrey Taylor

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April 30, 2025

Protecting My Peace & Choosing What Pours In

There’s a moment—every coach, every human—comes to it. That place where two worlds collide, and you’re forced to choose. The,...

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A Note to Fellow & Future Hoopers 🏀💙

Lexi Carnegie; 5-9 Guard Class of 2026 Teaneck High School Jersey Gemz, Nike EYBL

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Athlete Spotlight: Lexi Carnegie

Her Story. Her Edge. Her Journey.

- Coaching, Journal
- April 30, 2025
Protecting My Peace & Choosing What Pours In

There’s a moment—every coach, every human—comes to it. That place where two worlds collide, and you’re forced to choose. The duality of life and basketball doesn’t ask for permission. It shows up, sometimes without warning, and you have to figure out how to be present in both spaces without falling apart in either.
- Journal
- March 21, 2023
Court Angles, Life Lessons: Mastering the Pivot Points of Success

It was just another day at the gym, nothing special. But as I shot hoops, a familiar frustration lingered from my last game. That’s when Coach Nickleberry strolled onto the court, chatting me up as he snagged rebounds. “Nice moves, but what’s your plan when they shut you down? Ever thought about your angles?” His question caught me off guard. Angles and basketball? That was a new one. I tried brushing it off with an overconfident response, then quickly laughed it off. Truth was, I’d never really considered the importance of court angles in my game. That’s when Coach took me through a game-changing revelation. He guided me to the right wing and asked, “What do you see?” Of course, I said “the basket.” Coach nodded. “Exactly. Our aim is to reach that basket in the smartest way possible.” He then broke down three different attacking angles depending on the defense. Retreat, re-evaluate, attack from another angle if needed. “But how do I know which angle to go for first?” I asked. “Trust your instincts, your first read,” he said. “Learn from every decision because you won’t always nail it on the first try. Oh, and there are five key,...
- Coaching, Journal
- August 21, 2023
The Lady Behind the Photo

I have a story to share with you—a story about a young Black woman on a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and unapologetic Black excellence. So, allow me to recount a part of the journey that forever changed the way I viewed myself. Picture this: it’s game day. The gym is alive with energy, the squeak of sneakers on the court, and the roar of fans in the stands. For me, this is home—a place where I am in my element, commanding the sidelines with purpose and passion, guiding a group of determined young women to greatness.