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Choose Love: The Theory, The Journey, The Commitment

Love has been my safe place, my teacher, my strength.

- Athlete Spotlight
- February 5, 2025
A Note to Fellow & Future Hoopers 🏀💙

I know this game means everything to you. The long hours in the gym, the extra reps, the sacrifices—you do it all because you love it. But what happens when things don’t go as planned? What happens when injury, doubt, or setbacks try to shake your confidence? I’ve been there. Trust me, I know how hard it is to sit on the sidelines when all you want to do is play. After winning a 15U Nike National Championship, I was on top of my game—until a knee injury changed everything. I won’t lie—it was tough. But here’s what I learned, and what I want you to remember: ✨ Trust the process. The work you put in matters. Even when you can’t see progress right away, every small step counts. Believe that you’re moving forward, even on the tough days. “In order to prepare myself to be back on the court, it was extremely important for me to recognize all of the work I put in within physical therapy and in the gym. I needed to trust the process, and myself, to know that going into the season, I was not a step behind. This also allowed me to realize that,...
- 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.

Athlete Spotlight: Lexi Carnegie

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Choose Love: The Theory, The Journey, The Commitment

A Note to Fellow & Future Hoopers 🏀💙

Court Angles, Life Lessons: Mastering the Pivot Points of Success

The Lady Behind the Photo