From Asphalt Green Basketball — welcome to our new AG Basketball newsletter!

Summer’s in the rearview, and hoops season is tipping off. Whether your player is learning the game for the first time, looking to fine-tune their skills, or trying out for one of our national teams this fall, Asphalt Green Basketball has exactly what you're looking for!

In this monthly newsletter, you’ll find program updates, highlights and key dates so you can plan, register, and get game-ready. Expect us in your inbox on the first Friday of every month.

ANNOUNCEMENTS, HIGHLIGHTS, & LOOKING AHEAD

• The competitive program was thriving last year with a record 26 teams!
• The program sent nine teams to nationals in Massachusetts this past June, another program record!
• We'll be looking to build off of this momentum at tryouts next week, starting on September 8. 
• Our AAU program will be introducing a new model this year with National & Regional teams. 
• We're thrilled to announce that we will be back at St. Lukes this year, ensuring that our competitive athletes receive as much on-court development as possible! 
• Led by our great Community Programs Basketball Manager, David Rohn, Asphalt Green was able to serve 400 kids throughout NYC with free basketball programming last year. We will continue to make sure every young person in NYC has the opportunity to play this upcoming year with programming at The Post BK, Roberto Clemente State Park, and the Cooke School — all free of charge. 
• Our recreational program will also roll out a new and exciting model this year. All leagues will feature a skills segment, 3v3 games, and a 5v5 component.
• Every Asphalt Green basketball coach across the program will be USA gold certified. 
• Registration for recreational programming is still open, and spots are filling quickly. Register today to secure your child's spot!
• This fall, give your child a place to choose their activity, pursue their goals, and shine at their own pace. Inclusive Programs at Asphalt Green are back, and registration is now open for a full lineup of sensory-friendly classes with personalized support, including Everyone Plays: Basketball!

PLAYER AND COACH HIGHLIGHTS

Coach Ed Lui

Coach Ed is entering his fifth year and ninth season with the program. Coach Ed began coaching because it gave him an opportunity to impact the lives of athletes beyond the court. Basketball was a huge part of his growth and coaching has allowed him to pass on the lessons he's learned during his basketball journey. A few of coach Ed's non-negotiables are..

• Effort and Energy
• Being coachable: open to feedback and constructive criticism
• Having a team first mentality 

Coach Cristian (Cris) Europe 

Coach Cris is entering his fourth year and seventh season with Asphalt Green. Coach believes something that separates Asphalt Green from other programs is the attention to detail and commitment to community. His ideal player is smart, tough, dependable and continues to compete, regardless of the scoreboard. Cris has a few non-negotiables as well!

• TALK, TALK, TALK
• High Fives/ High Energy
• Be a great teammate, no finger pointing, take accountability. 

UPCOMING DATES & EVENTS

• September 6 // Big Kick Event! RSVP Free.
• September 6 // The start to our recreational program year. Register to secure a spot!
• September 7 // The start of our Inclusive Programs' Everyone Plays: Basketball! Register.
• September 8-14 // Tryouts for our AAU teams at the Battery Park City campus.
• September 8-13 // Asphalt Green Club Volleyball Tryouts. Register today!
• Saturday, September 27 // Program workout at our Upper East Side campus courts (weather permitting). Additional details to follow.

QUESTIONS?

For more details, visit our website or reach out to Chris Cassels, Director of Basketball Operations, at ccassels@asphaltgreen.org.

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